Sarah Pollara
Morristown,NJ
Summary
Experienced professional nurse with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Talent4health - Morristown Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Registered Nurse, IV Therapy
RNI
06.2020 - Current
- Obtain peripheral IV access and/or port access for blood draw and medication administration
- 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.
- Monitor and document patient vital signs according to pharmacy recommended protocols
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare - RWJ New Brunswick
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses to pediatric patients age 0-21.
- 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.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare - Inspira Medical Center
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on shared goals, and promoting teamwork within the Emergency Department.
- Provided support to patients experiencing emotional distress or mental health crises, utilizing therapeutic communication techniques to create a sense of trust and safety.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic procedures by providing necessary equipment, preparing patients for exams, and ensuring accuracy of test results.
- Coordinated patient transfers to appropriate hospital departments or outside facilities while maintaining continuity of care during transition periods.
- Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in patient condition, and promptly notifying physicians when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients in the Emergency Department.
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Emergency Department
LRS Healthcare - Albany Medical Center
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Overlook Medical Center
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
- Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Registered Staff Nurse, Medical-Surgical
Overlook Medical Center
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
Registered Nurse
Summit Medical Group
09.2016 - 04.2018
- Perform office nursing responsibilities such as phone triage, documentation, refilling prescriptions, and scheduling patient appointments
- Provided education to patients starting new medications and updating patients vaccination status
- Collaboration with providers and other staff to ensure best outcome for patients during their appointments
Registered Nurse, Cosmetic Dermatology
Reflections Center For Skin & Body
08.2015 - 04.2017
- Performing all noninvasive cosmetic laser treatments including skin resurfacing and laser hair removal
- Consulted with patients to make appropriate recommendations based on their skin care needs
- Documentation of all procedures and monitor for any reactions accordingly
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
County College of Morris
Randolph Township, NJ05.2014
Skills
- EKG Interpretation
- Patient Assessments
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Medication Administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Vital signs monitoring
- Airway Management
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Critical Thinking
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Intake and discharge
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Talent4health - Morristown Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare - RWJ New Brunswick
08.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare - Inspira Medical Center
04.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Emergency Department
LRS Healthcare - Albany Medical Center
12.2022 - 04.2023
Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Overlook Medical Center
05.2021 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse, IV Therapy
RNI
06.2020 - Current
Registered Staff Nurse, Medical-Surgical
Overlook Medical Center
05.2018 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse
Summit Medical Group
09.2016 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse, Cosmetic Dermatology
Reflections Center For Skin & Body
08.2015 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
County College of Morris
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