Sarah Monaghan Cunningham
South Lake Tahoe,CA
Summary
As a dedicated nursing student with hands-on experience in a high-pressure emergency department, I am eager to contribute my skills and enthusiasm to a nurse apprentice position. My employment experiences have enriched me with practical skills and a thorough understanding of meeical care dynamics, allowing me to excel in fast-paced and challenging environments. I have demonstrated strong abilities in effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare teams, ensuring clarity and compassion in all interactions. I am excited about the opportunity to leverage my knowledge and skills as a nurse apprentice, with a strong commitment to contributing to patient wellness and safety.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department Unit Coordinator
Barton Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Identified and facilitated resolution of unit operational problems independently, collaborating with manager to resolve complex problems.
- Coordinated non-clinical and ancillary services of assigned patient care units.
- Input complete and accurate patient record and identity of physician of record on computer and patient chart to facilitate appropriate routing of patient information to correct physician.
- Promoted individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory continuing education and skills competency.
- Employed effective communication with patients and families, physicians and other healthcare team members related to patient condition.
- Collaborated, communicated and engaged with family and support system to support client healing process.
Health Information Management Specialist
Barton Memorial Hospital
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Collaborated closely with physicians and nursing staff to improve quality of patient records documentation.
- Participated in committees to discuss electronic health records and methods to improve overall workflows.
- Compiled electronic patient records covering conditions, treatments and diagnoses.
- Processed patient admission and discharge documentation.
- Utilized Epic to manage and confirm patient data, such as insurance, demographic and medical history information.
- Handled high-volume data entry of demographics, disease etiology and extent and associated procedures or treatments.
Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Renown Health
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Organization of patient information and verification to ensure tests are being ran.
- Filing and keeping track of appropriate documentation of specimens and patient information.
- Reduced test turnaround time via strategic multitasking.
- Uses laboratory information system to determine test status and keep nursing personnel informed to assist in and expedite patient care.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Clinical Laboratory Assistant: Microbiology
Laboratory Sciences Of Arizona
11.2019 - 08.2020
- Performs basic technical processes as assigned, based on specific department requirements. Performs testing under direct supervision in timely manner according to established policies, meeting performance standards and knowledge level determined for that testing. Processes and prepares patient samples for aerobic, anaerobic, AFB, and mycology tests.
- Tracks and locates missing specimens. Generates work lists, as required. Performs basic maintenance checks on laboratory equipment.
- Focuses on quality by ensuring that all work performed is accurate, complete and performed within time frames defined by department.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carrington College
Reno, NV06.2025
Certificate - Nursing Assistant
Western Nevada College
Carson City, NV12.2022
Skills
- Exceptional customer service
- Adaptive problem solving skills
- Patient chart management
- Medical office administration
- Documentation and reporting
- Complaint resolution
- Proficient in Epic and LIS
- Health records review
- Medical terminology
- Knowledge of HIPAA and HITECH
Certification
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- First Aide
Timeline
Emergency Department Unit Coordinator
Barton Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Health Information Management Specialist
Barton Memorial Hospital
10.2021 - 12.2022
Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Renown Health
08.2020 - 10.2021
Clinical Laboratory Assistant: Microbiology
Laboratory Sciences Of Arizona
11.2019 - 08.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carrington College
Certificate - Nursing Assistant
Western Nevada College
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- First Aide
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