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Sarah Ramos

Corpus Christi

Summary


Patient-oriented Nurse with 27 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

School Nurse

Calallen ISD
12.2017 - Current
  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
  • Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
  • Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
  • Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
  • Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
  • Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
  • Facilitated early detection of health issues by conducting routine screenings for vision, hearing, scoliosis, among others.

Driscoll Pulmonology Children's Clinic

Driscoll Children's Hospital
07.2016 - 12.2017
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Administered vaccinations as ordered by Physician
  • Worked with Respiratory Therapist to provided care for medically fragile children.
  • Floated to other medical clinics if necessary.



Assisted Living Director

Life Care Centers of America
04.2011 - 04.2013
  • Conducted regular assessments of residents'' physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being to adjust care plans accordingly.
  • Streamlined operations by developing and implementing effective policies, procedures, and protocols for the assisted living community.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions for new residents by coordinating move-in processes and providing ongoing support during their adjustment period.
  • Fostered strong relationships with local healthcare providers to ensure coordination of resident care services.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by conducting thorough internal audits and addressing identified issues promptly.
  • Implemented safety protocols to mitigate risks and ensure a secure living environment for all residents.
  • Managed budget effectively by monitoring expenses, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop plans that addressed individual resident needs comprehensively.
  • Hired and trained staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.

LVN Urology Floor Nurse

Hendricks Medical Center
03.2008 - 04.2011
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Floated to various floors of the hospital.
  • Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.



LVN

CSL Plasma
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Responsible for evaluating donor suitability for automated pheresis procedures.
  • Interviewed donors and performs medical history reviews to obtain necessary information to determine suitability to donate plasma.
  • Notified and counseled donors regarding reactive test results; refers donors to community facilities for follow-up and counseling

LVN Orthopedic Floor Nurse

Spohn Shoreline
06.2003 - 11.2006
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by assessing symptoms quickly and prioritizing appropriate interventions accordingly.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed IV therapy treatments safely and accurately, administering fluids and medications as ordered by physicians.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, and discharges.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Received and managed post-operative patients.
  • Floated to various hospital floors


LVN Charge Nurse

River Ridge Nursing Home
12.1998 - 10.2002
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
  • Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.

Education

Nursing

Bee County College
Beeville, TX
05-1998

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Critical thinking
  • Acute illness recognition

Timeline

School Nurse

Calallen ISD
12.2017 - Current

Driscoll Pulmonology Children's Clinic

Driscoll Children's Hospital
07.2016 - 12.2017

Assisted Living Director

Life Care Centers of America
04.2011 - 04.2013

LVN Urology Floor Nurse

Hendricks Medical Center
03.2008 - 04.2011

LVN

CSL Plasma
01.2007 - 01.2008

LVN Orthopedic Floor Nurse

Spohn Shoreline
06.2003 - 11.2006

LVN Charge Nurse

River Ridge Nursing Home
12.1998 - 10.2002

Nursing

Bee County College

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