Sarah Snook
Nisswa,MN
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Clinician
Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute
2022.03 - Current
- Observed, recorded and evaluated patient symptoms, reactions and daily progress to inform assigned physicians of concerns.
- Monitored patient charting to facilitate complete, accurate patient records using EPIC/Excellian.
- Prepared and administered prescribed medications to patients, orally, subcutaneously and through IV.
- Monitored patients' readiness for discharge and progress by focusing on overall physical and psychosocial health status.
- Taught patients and families how to manage illness and injury by explaining post-treatment care needs, diet and nutrition programs and proper medication self-administration procedures.
- Evaluated patient care needs and prioritized treatment to maintain patient flow.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Evaluated, assessed, and monitored patients during various stress tests,
Registered Nurse, ICU
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
2020.08 - 2022.07
- Managed care on 6 bed ICU from admission to discharge.
- 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
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Oversaw patient flow and delivery of care for patients throughout hospital, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Followed CRMC ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Advanced Heart Failure Nurse Coordinator
Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute
2019.02 - 2020.07
- Managed patients in outpatient setting with advanced Heart failure (without interventions such as LVAD or Transplant) – goal of care was to increase quality of life and decrease hospital admissions
- Created individualized care plans for patients and worked with medical professionals to come up with treatment and discharge options.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions specific to heart failure and disease progression.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Triaged patients and titrated medications over via phone based on symptoms, weights, blood pressures and labs.
- Collaborated with providers, patients and their families to prevent hospitalization through COVID-19 pandemic
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Allina Health Abbott Northwestern Heart Hospital
2015.10 - 2019.02
- Provide quality direct care on 36 bed unit to patient population recovering from open heart surgery in addition to traditional medical surgical patients requiring cardiac monitoring.
- Case load included 4-6 patients per shift.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored and assessed patients for adverse heart rhythms via telemetry. Provided interventions as needed for various heart rhythms in conjunction with multidisciplinary care team
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse-School Nurse
Minneapolis Public Schools
2012.08 - 2014.09
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care. Cared for students in grades K-12.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting seeing and hearing evaluations.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments as outlined by IEPs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Presentation College
Aberdeen, SD05.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Eagan12.2011
Skills
- Patient Data Management Systems and Patient Health Information Access
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Nurse Collaboration
- Airway Management
- Admissions and Discharge Processes
- Critical Care, Telemetry, and Med/Surg Nursing
- Interpreting EKGs
- Temporary Pacemakers
- Withdrawal Symptoms
- Clinic and Floor nursing during COVID-19 pandemic
Timeline
Registered Nurse Clinician
Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute
2022.03 - Current
Registered Nurse, ICU
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
2020.08 - 2022.07
Advanced Heart Failure Nurse Coordinator
Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute
2019.02 - 2020.07
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Allina Health Abbott Northwestern Heart Hospital
2015.10 - 2019.02
Licensed Practical Nurse-School Nurse
Minneapolis Public Schools
2012.08 - 2014.09
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Presentation College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
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