Sarah Quirk, R.N, B.S.N
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Motivated and compassionate registered nurse offering fifteen years of clinical patient management experience on a medical-surgical floor. A patient and dedicated professional who remains composed in tense environments, dedicated to providing high-quality, individualized care to patients in any setting.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Temple Health Jeanes Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
01.2010 - Current
- Participate in bedside reporting and handoff at the change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Administer medications and treatments as directed, and as appropriate for the patient's medical care, in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.
- Assess and prepare patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitor and manage various treatment and care interventions.
- Update physicians on patient test results, and assist in developing care plans.
- Document nursing interventions and patient and family responses accurately, and in compliance with hospital policies.
- Maintain thorough, accurate, and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocate for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Exhibit professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Oversee patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Assist patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions, and educating them about continued care strategies.
- Prioritize nursing tasks and assignments, and accurately report patient status.
- Treat patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases, and injuries.
Independent Medical Exam Nurse
IME Partner, LLC.
Bryn Mawr, PA
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Attended independent medical exams with patients and acted as an advocate for the patient during the exam.
- Provided patients with a detailed description and explanation of what to expect during the exam.
- Prepared detailed reports of independent medical exams from the verbal to physical aspects for the prosecuting attorneys office.
- Maintained effective and open lines of communication with the office staff and physicians conducting the exams.
- Successfully attended multiple exams on the same day in a timely manner, while navigating the surrounding cities and suburbs.
- Adhered to all HIPPA guidelines.
Unit Secretary
Temple Health Jeanes Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
02.2008 - 01.2010
- Managed unit call reception and routed calls to correct department.
- Provided patient information to facilitate timely admissions and discharges.
- Maintained strong and trusting rapport with patients and all healthcare staff to build relationships.
- Answered phone calls to provide assistance, information and medical personnel access.
- Transcribed doctors' orders, including medication and lab test requests.
- Executed clerical tasks and assisted with unit duties to keep departments running smoothly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA10.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Aria Health School of Nursing
Philadelphia, PA05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Holy Family University
Philadelphia, PA05.2005
Skills
- Medical screening
- Patient monitoring
- Unit administration
- Family and patient support
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Medication and IV administration
- Culturally sensitive
- Intake and discharge
- Strong medical ethic
- Patient discharging
- Patient Care
- Patient education and counseling
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Patient care planning
- Emotional awareness
- First Aid/CPR
Awards
- 2017 Jeanes Hospital Nursing Award voted by staff.
- 2012 Jeanes Hospital Nursing Award voted by staff.
Affiliations
- Current Nursing Chair of the Evidence Based Research Practice Council at Temple Health- Jeanes Hospital
- Current member of the nursing unit council for medical-surgical floor at Temple Health- Jeanes Campus
- Provide education to patients about elective joint replacements in a multidisciplinary class at Temple Health- Jeanes Campus
- Conduct weekly discharge follow up calls to assess patients understanding of education provided at discharge at Temple Health- Jeanes Campus
Timeline
Independent Medical Exam Nurse
IME Partner, LLC.
10.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Temple Health Jeanes Hospital
01.2010 - Current
Unit Secretary
Temple Health Jeanes Hospital
02.2008 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Aria Health School of Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Holy Family University