Sarah Keehner
Meriden,CT
Summary
Dynamic RN Supervisor with extensive experience at Masonicare Behavioral Health Hospital, excelling in infection control and quality assurance. Proven track record in enhancing patient safety and implementing effective training programs. Skilled in electronic medical records and committed to delivering exceptional patient care through strong advocacy and collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Supervisor/Charge Nurse
Masonicare Behavioral Health Hospital
Wallingford, CT
10.2023 - Current
- RN charge/building supervisor
- Use multiple EMRs including PPC, Matrix, Meditech and Epic
- Wound care
- Start IV
- Med.pass including IV meds
- Behavioral healthcare settings as RN
- Collect specimens for testing
- Admission/Discharge documentation
- AandI reporting
- Giving nebulizer treatment
Early Childhood Care Nurse Per Diem (Consultant)
MERIDEN YMCA
Meriden, CT
06.2018 - Current
- Review and maintain health records for three childcare centers
- Review physician orders for medication administration
- Create a plan of care for children who require medical treatment throughout the day
- Review of childcare policies, recommendations for change if needed
- Staff training and competencies exam or medication preparation and administration
- Ensure centers are meeting state Health Department Requirements
- Assisting in the creation of corrective action plans for any facility that receives citations from DPH
GI Nurse Navigator
Yale New Haven Health
New Haven, CT
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Provided comprehensive care coordination and support to patients throughout their healthcare journey
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients, ensuring continuity of care
- Assessed patient needs and facilitated access to appropriate medical services, resources, and community support programs
- Educated patients and their families about treatment options, procedures, medications, and potential side effects
- Advocated for patients' rights and ensured they received timely and quality healthcare services
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) systems to document patient interactions accurately and maintain up-to-date records
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in the delivery of patient navigation services
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases and contribute expertise as a nurse navigator
- Served as a liaison between physicians/specialists/hospitals and patients to ensure seamless care transitions
Infection Preventionist
Yale New Haven Health
New Haven, CT
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Control the spread of infection based on the clinical needs and demographics of our patients and staff.
- The primary surveillance case definitions and methods are from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN). The plan is under the direction of the Medical Director of Infection Prevention and Infection Control Committee
- Chairing the Infection Control Committee
- Collaborating with the Medical Directors to set the direction and oversee all aspects of the system and local IP Programs
- Serves as the infection prevention liaison with the Yale School of Medicine and physician groups.
- Reviewing, analyzing and presentation of infection risk and data to the medical staff and the Medical Staff Executive Committee
- Performing daily surveillance including review of positive microbiology lab results
Quality Improvement Director
NEW ENGLAND
Hamden, CT
12.2016 - 09.2020
- Designed and implemented quality improvement activities aligned with the Department of Health and Human Services' goals.
- Achieved 48% reduction in bloodstream infections in 2017 across targeted facilities.
- Ensured adherence to the CDC Core Interventions for Infection Prevention in all dialysis facilities.
- Reduced long-term catheter usage by 2% in high-utilization facilities over three years.
- Increased NHSN reporting accuracy, ensuring 90% completion of annual Dialysis Event Surveillance Training.
- Enhanced communication between dialysis facilities and healthcare providers using the Health Information Exchange platform.
- Facilitated patient engagement initiatives to improve care plans and reduce hospital readmissions.
- Collaborated with state and federal agencies to promote safe patient care across 202 dialysis facilities.
Home Therapy Nurse / Vascular Access Coordinator / Infection Control Coordinator
DCI UCONN DIALYSIS
Farmington, CT
08.2015 - 11.2016
- Managed lab and treatment history for home therapy patients
- Coordination of medications administration and QAPI
- Managed all DME supplies
- Vascular Access Coordinator for multiple facilities
- Maintained CMS standards
- Patient specialist referrals and vascular surgery appointment
- Infection Control Coordinator for multiple facilities
- Audited to ensure proper PPE use, hand hygiene and surface disinfection
- Staff education on infection prevention and new requirements from CDC
Registered Nurse / Infection Control Coordinator / Quality Assurance Committee Member
MIDDLESEX ENDOSCOPY CENTER
Middletown, CT
03.2012 - 08.2015
- Staff quarterly infection prevention education
- Monthly audit finding review QI team and facility leadership
- Managed the daily schedule and monthly medication checks
- Pre-Op health status assessment
- Assessed patient upon arrival to PACU
- Patient education on a variety of GI disorders
Hemodialysis RN
FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE
Bristol, CT
08.2011 - 10.2014
- Charge nurse responsibility
- Pre and post-treatment patient assessments
- Patient education on dietary and medication adherence/patient advocate
- Monthly monitoring of patient's laboratory results, medication list, and care plan
Education
Master's degree - Mental Health And Psychology Nurse Practitioner
Wilkes University
Remote08.2025
Masters of Public Health - Public Health
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Remote12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
WESTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY
Danbury, CT01.2013
Associate Degree - Nursing
GOODWIN COLLEGE
East Hartford, CT01.2010
Skills
- Data analytics
- Infection control
- Electronic medical records
- Charge nurse experience
- Training and development
- Infusion therapy
- Content management systems
- Laboratory operations
- Quality assurance
- Teaching and instruction
- Catheter care expertise
- Medical record management
- Dialysis expertise
- Medication administration
- Nursing proficiency
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Infection Control Certification
- AED Certification
- BLS Certification
- RN License
Timeline
RN Supervisor/Charge Nurse
Masonicare Behavioral Health Hospital
10.2023 - Current
GI Nurse Navigator
Yale New Haven Health
01.2022 - 07.2024
Infection Preventionist
Yale New Haven Health
03.2021 - 01.2022
Early Childhood Care Nurse Per Diem (Consultant)
MERIDEN YMCA
06.2018 - Current
Quality Improvement Director
NEW ENGLAND
12.2016 - 09.2020
Home Therapy Nurse / Vascular Access Coordinator / Infection Control Coordinator
DCI UCONN DIALYSIS
08.2015 - 11.2016
Registered Nurse / Infection Control Coordinator / Quality Assurance Committee Member
MIDDLESEX ENDOSCOPY CENTER
03.2012 - 08.2015
Hemodialysis RN
FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE
08.2011 - 10.2014
Master's degree - Mental Health And Psychology Nurse Practitioner
Wilkes University
Masters of Public Health - Public Health
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
WESTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY
Associate Degree - Nursing
GOODWIN COLLEGE
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