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Sarah Rutkowski

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination as well as direct supervision in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and staff through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Manager

Gaudenzia Erie
08.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
  • Assessed staffing needs accurately during crucial times such as holidays or flu season to ensure adequate coverage without overstaffing or creating unnecessary financial burden.
  • Managed departmental budget effectively, identifying cost-saving opportunities while maintaining high-quality care delivery.
  • Enhanced staff performance through regular evaluations, feedback, and tailored coaching sessions.

Registered Nurse

Stairways Behavioral Health
03.2021 - Current
  • Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to provide additional support and guidance.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Monitored primary care needs for up to 14 patients daily to coordinate access to appropriate providers.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.

RN/Nursing Coordinator

Perseus House
12.2014 - 03.2020
  • Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
  • Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
  • Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
  • Evaluated work performance of 9 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Gaudenzia Erie
11.2013 - 12.2014
  • Performed admissions, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms related to detox.
  • Obtained patient vital signs from inpatients.
  • Observed and maintained care for approximately 6 detox clients and 40 residential clients.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Mercyhurst University
Erie, PA
03.2016

Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse

Mercyhurst University
Erie, PA
03.2007

Skills

  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Medical Records Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Staff Supervision
  • Mental Health Care
  • Addictions and Substance Abuse

Timeline

Nursing Manager

Gaudenzia Erie
08.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Stairways Behavioral Health
03.2021 - Current

RN/Nursing Coordinator

Perseus House
12.2014 - 03.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse

Gaudenzia Erie
11.2013 - 12.2014

Associate of Science - Nursing

Mercyhurst University

Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse

Mercyhurst University

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