Sarah LaPlante
Hermon,ME
Summary
Compassionate BSN-prepared Registered Nurse with four years of experience delivering holistic, patient-centered care, now seeking to transition into a school nurse role. Brings a strong foundation from three years on a medical-surgical unit and one year as a hospice case manager, with a focus on health education, care coordination, and supporting diverse populations. Skilled in promoting wellness, managing chronic conditions, and fostering a safe, supportive environment for patients. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, educate patients and families, and effectively oversee support staff while delivering attentive, individualized care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
Gentiva Hospice
Brewer, ME
05.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Guide family members and caregivers in understanding disease processes, delivering multiple approaches for symptom management and personalized medical skills using teach-back
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing nursing aides and therapies.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
RN -BSN
Waldo County General Hospital
Belfast, USA
05.2022 - Current
- Administered a wide range of intravenous medications, ensuring patient safety and adherence to physician orders.
- Successfully precepted and monitored student nurses and new nurses contributing to their professional development and unit competency.
- Provide comprehensive care for a multitude of disease processes, anticipating potential complications and implementing timely interventions for up to five patients.
- Possess a strong understanding of available discharge resources, facilitating effective patient education and referrals to appropriate community services.
- Leveraged strong computer skills, including EMR and Microsoft.
- Wound care
Nursing Student Extern
Pen Bay Medical Center
Rockport, USA
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Develop care plans and modified as needed.
- Team approach with fellow nursing staff, delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Credit Analyst II
Bank of America
Belfast, USA
02.2008 - 12.2019
- Evaluated credit risk and analyzed financial statements.
- Consistently exceeding goals within tight deadlines in a fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strong, professional communication skills both on the telephone and in person
- Exhibited computer skills using in-house computer programs and Microsoft products.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maine Augusta
Augusta, ME01.2022
Skills
- Home care management
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Healthcare regulations
- Clinical assessment
- Chronic disease management
- Self-directed deadline management
- Emergency Response
- Effective documentation practices
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
Additional Information - Volunteer Experience
Ames Elementary School, Shannon Robbins, RN, 01/01/15 - 12/31/17. Performed vision and hearing exams for children between 7 and 11 years while supporting their needs.
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Gentiva Hospice
05.2025 - Current
RN -BSN
Waldo County General Hospital
05.2022 - Current
Nursing Student Extern
Pen Bay Medical Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
Credit Analyst II
Bank of America
02.2008 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maine Augusta