Sarah Meredith
Forest,VA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Carilion Clinic, excelling in providing skilled patient care, demonstrating critical thinking abilities, and effectively communicating with patients and colleagues. Strong focus on team collaboration for optimal patient outcomes. Known for reliability and adaptability, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke, VA
07.2023 - Current
- Specialize in Birth Response Team and Postpartum Care
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale..
Nurse Externship
Lynchburg General Hospital
Lynchburg
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Completed 8 week paid externship under a preceptor
- Direct patient care to include, medication and IV administration, central lines, catheters, NG and PEG tubes, tracheostomy care and other patient care skills
- Patient charting.
Server
Blue Mountain Barrel House
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Completed Server Training
- Responsible for menu and beverage knowledge, serving customers, opening and closing of restaurant, customer satisfaction.
Camp Counselor
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Completed counselor and First Aid and CPR Training
- Responsible for the supervision of 40 campers, their safety and well being
- Adhered to ACAC policy and procedures for all VDSS licensing requirements
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate activities
- Supervised campers at the pool and during off site activities.
Education
ADN Program - Nursing
Centra College of Nursing
Lynchburg, VA05.2023
Bachelor of Science, Human Development -
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05.2021
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Organization
- Multi-tasking
- Self-Motivation
- Direct Patient Care
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Care Planning
- Licensed RN
- Patient Discharge
Certification
BLS
NRP
STABLE
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Nurse Externship
Lynchburg General Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022
Server
Blue Mountain Barrel House
03.2021 - 08.2021
Camp Counselor
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
06.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science, Human Development -
Virginia Tech
ADN Program - Nursing
Centra College of Nursing