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Sarah Keller

Chattanooga,TN

Summary

TN State-licensed Cardiac Step-down Registered Nurse with 1.5 years of experience excelling in cardiac care and surgical platforms. Prepares equipment and assists physicians during examinations and treatments, focusing on comfort and well-being of patients. Administers prescribed medications and implements physician orders, playing key roles in care excellence. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Seeking and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

Erlanger Baroness Hospital
07.2022 - Current
  • Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to 3 patients concurrently with focus on quality care and time management.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

Young Life Leader

Young Life Capernaum
03.2021 - Current
  • Navigate various stressful situations with patience
  • Monitor wellbeing of multiple children with special needs at functions and camps
  • Model therapeutic communication to establish deep friendships with the children
  • Facilitate communication with parents about upcoming events, options for transportation and overall progress of their special needs child
  • Collaborate with a team of leaders weekly on ways to efficiently lead kids
  • Fostered relationships with students, and provided counseling on personal and spiritual issues.

Wellness Advisor

YogaSix Bearden
07.2020 - 10.2020
  • Help clients set and achieve health and wellness goals
  • Organize and maintain the studio before, during and after classes
  • Explain the mission of the studio to increase client awareness and desire to join community
  • Certified to assist with injuries and advise clients to seek medical attention from other healthcare providers
  • Gather and distribute educational literature with goals of gaining new clients and educating larger groups on healthy living.

Cook, Prep, Cashier, Server

Tootsie Truck Catering and Food Truck
06.2018 - 03.2020
  • Change and sanitize cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination
  • Create identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality
  • Receive increase in pay after 4th shift because of hardworking spirit
  • Answer questions about products and addressed customer concerns
  • Mentor new team members on customer service strategies, expectations, parameters of kitchen goals and daily work
  • Promote customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance
  • Set up and prepare cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
05.2022

Skills

  • Task Prioritization
  • Body Mechanics Knowledge
  • Medical Documentation
  • Interdisciplinary Teamwork
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Critical Thinking
  • Emergency Response
  • Medication Administration
  • Telemetry Monitoring
  • Cardiac Assessment
  • Discharge Planning
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Accomplishments

BLS and CPR certified through American Red Cross, Honors Nursing Program, 1794 Honors Program, Phi Eta Sigma, Dean's List 4 of 4 semesters, Elected undergraduate teacher's assistant for Anatomy course, TRIP Grant Program, Student Nurses Association, HOPE scholarship + General Merit, Volunteer Scholarship

Certification

ACLS and BLS certification through American Red Cross

Timeline

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

Erlanger Baroness Hospital
07.2022 - Current

Young Life Leader

Young Life Capernaum
03.2021 - Current

Wellness Advisor

YogaSix Bearden
07.2020 - 10.2020

Cook, Prep, Cashier, Server

Tootsie Truck Catering and Food Truck
06.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Sarah Keller