Hi, I’m
Sarah Redden
Hanover,PA
Summary
Proven Clinical Nurse with a track record of fostering patient satisfaction and exceeding core measure performance indicators at York Hospital. Skilled in medication administration and infection control, demonstrating critical thinking and professionalism. Enhanced team efficiency and patient safety through quality improvement initiatives and effective team supervision. Committed professional well-versed in collecting and analyzing data to evaluate interventions and programs. Skilled in creating and maintaining accurate patient records and medical documentation. Creates positive, collaborative working environment with colleagues and other healthcare providers to support delivery of optimal patient care Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level clinical nurse I position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Diligent Clinical Nurse with demonstrated success in emergency care. Responsive and agile to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge and sound clinical judgment. Adaptable professional registered nurse specializing in telemetry nursing. Experienced across variety of functions in fast-paced medical settings. Proven history of effectively implementing nursing procedures and training to promote safe, patient-centered care.
Overview
31
years of professional experience
Work History
SpiriTrust Lutheran
Clinial Nurse
01.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through consistent delivery of compassionate and culturally competent care.
- Handled patient transfers, following safety protocols to prevent injuries.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of complex medical conditions, facilitating timely interventions to prevent complications.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
- Provided specialized care for critically ill patients requiring advanced monitoring and interventions.
- Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
- Exceeded national benchmarks for core measure performance indicators through diligent attention to detail during chart reviews and data collection activities.
- Handled patient discharge planning, arranging for follow-up care after leaving healthcare facility.
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
- Promoted a culture of safety by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards.
- Provided wound care to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Monitored patients, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at reducing medication errors and improving patient safety practices.
- Coordinated seamless transitions between levels of care by effectively communicating with multidisciplinary team members throughout the process.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving overall efficiency within the unit.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by protecting unauthorized access to personal information.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
- Implemented individualized nursing care plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient population served.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up support to patients.
- Documented patient progress and care interventions in medical records.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Facilitated patient and family education and counseling.
- Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with healthcare providers.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care.
- Identified clinical risks and took appropriate preventative actions.
- Provided clinical oversight and support to health care teams.
- Assisted in development and implementation of new clinical programs.
- Assessed effectiveness of clinical nursing interventions and programs.
- Developed, implemented and monitored clinical protocols and standards of care.
- Served as a clinical resource to staff, patients and families.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
Susquehanna Rehabilitation And Nursing Home
Supervisor
03.2018 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization by promoting best practices for processes, tools, or technologies.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Built performance-oriented culture with satisfied, hardworking employees by clearly highlighting employee success and developing leaders from within.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient shift scheduling and task delegation.
York Hospital
Clinical Nurse II
05.1998 - 09.2009
Job overview
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
- Handled patient transfers, following safety protocols to prevent injuries.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through consistent delivery of compassionate and culturally competent care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of complex medical conditions, facilitating timely interventions to prevent complications.
- Provided specialized care for critically ill patients requiring advanced monitoring and interventions.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Handled patient discharge planning, arranging for follow-up care after leaving healthcare facility.
- Exceeded national benchmarks for core measure performance indicators through diligent attention to detail during chart reviews and data collection activities.
- Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
- Provided wound care to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Promoted a culture of safety by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Monitored patients, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at reducing medication errors and improving patient safety practices.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving overall efficiency within the unit.
- Assisted in developing continuing education programs, enhancing staff knowledge and skills in clinical practice areas.
- Coordinated seamless transitions between levels of care by effectively communicating with multidisciplinary team members throughout the process.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with regulatory standards.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
- Implemented individualized nursing care plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient population served.
- Documented patient progress and care interventions in medical records.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up support to patients.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
- Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with healthcare providers.
- Facilitated patient and family education and counseling.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care.
- Provided clinical oversight and support to health care teams.
- Identified clinical risks and took appropriate preventative actions.
- Assisted in development and implementation of new clinical programs.
- Assessed effectiveness of clinical nursing interventions and programs.
- Developed, implemented and monitored clinical protocols and standards of care.
- Served as a clinical resource to staff, patients and families.
- Facilitated and attended interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient care.
- Conducted research and developed evidence-based clinical guidelines.
- Monitored and maintained clinical supplies, materials and inventory.
- Implemented and monitored infection control protocols.
- Evaluated patient progress, assessed outcomes and provided follow-up care.
- Monitored clinical staff performance and provided feedback.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
- Reviewed patient health status and developed individualized care plans.
- Created educational materials for staff and patients.
Hanover Hospital
Phlebotomist
06.1991 - 05.1998
Job overview
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
Education
Chamberlain UniversityDowners Grove, IL
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
06.2024
Harrisburg Area Community CollegeHarrisburg, PA
Associate of Arts from Nursing
05.
Skills
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Clinical judgment
- Vital Signs Documentation
- Infection Control
- Medication Administration
- Quality Improvement
- Team Supervision
- Critical Thinking
- Reliability
- Professionalism
- Cardiac monitors
Additional Information
Member of American Nurses Association
CPR certified
Timeline
Clinial Nurse
SpiriTrust Lutheran
01.2021 - 01.2022
Supervisor
Susquehanna Rehabilitation And Nursing Home
03.2018 - 03.2021
Clinical Nurse II
York Hospital
05.1998 - 09.2009
Phlebotomist
Hanover Hospital
06.1991 - 05.1998
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
Associate of Arts from Nursing