Sarah Mazzarese, RN, BSN
Temecula,CA
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Dedicated and motivated, possessing the ability to work independently and collaboratively, using strong time-management and organizational skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Care Coordinator, Outpatient Neurosurgery
Connecticut Children's Medical Center
04.2013 - 09.2013
- Founded the role of Tethered Cord Nurse Care Coordinator, providing multidisciplinary medical care and nursing support to a challenging patient population with spinal dysraphism
- Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services for patients.
- Super user for upcoming hospital-wide Electronic medical Record, Epic, and participated in training classes for staff, demonstrating proficiency in computer software applications
Senior Nurse Care Coordinator, Pediatric Urology
Connecticut Children's Medical Center
07.2009 - 04.2013
- Achieved Certification in Urology Nursing within three years
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative teaching in the outpatient clinic and inpatient setting, including follow up algorithms for complicated reconstruction cases, as well as medical management such as clean intermittent catheterization and urinary tract infection management
- Managed office needs including coordinating RN weekly schedules, approving staff vacations and absences, responsible for interviewing and training new hires, ensuring triage phone and clinic nursing coverage
- Actively involved in detail-oriented audits for hand washing, lab tracking, and medication administration, serving as co-chair for the Quality Improvement Workforce Group
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Registered Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Yale New Haven Hospital
11.2002 - 01.2007
- Cared for severe trauma and post-op cases from the Emergency Department and Operating Room in Level I Trauma Center
- Demonstrated proficiency with specialized medical device equipment including cardiac monitors, ventilators, pulmonary artery catheters, ventriculostomies, and continuous veno-venous hemofiltration
- Performed charge nurse duties, making assignments, assisted in training of new staff, participated on the hospital-wide code team
Registered Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus
05.1999 - 01.2003
- Cared for a wide variety of patients in a busy surgical critical care unit in a Level II Trauma Center, additionally performed duties and training of new employees
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Registered Nurse, Surgical Unit
Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus
07.1997 - 05.1999
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures such as lobectomies, bowel resections, vascular and trauma surgeries
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT05.1997
Skills
- Team Player
- Conscientious
- Detail-oriented
- Hard- working
- Self motivated
- Care Coordination Support
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Communications Support
Certification
- State of California Nursing License #95027990- expires 2024
- BLS CPR Certification expires 2025
Timeline
Nurse Care Coordinator, Outpatient Neurosurgery
Connecticut Children's Medical Center
04.2013 - 09.2013
Senior Nurse Care Coordinator, Pediatric Urology
Connecticut Children's Medical Center
07.2009 - 04.2013
Registered Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Yale New Haven Hospital
11.2002 - 01.2007
Registered Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus
05.1999 - 01.2003
Registered Nurse, Surgical Unit
Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus
07.1997 - 05.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Quinnipiac University
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