Sarah Testa
Orland Park,IL
Summary
Dedicated Telemetry Registered Nurse skilled in high-acuity patient management and multidisciplinary collaboration. Recognized for mentoring new staff, maintaining unit morale, and delivering quality patient care through strong communication and clinical decision-making.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital
New Lenox, IL
03.2022 - Current
- Has served as charge nurse on both day and night shifts, overseeing unit operations, appropriate staffing assignments, patient flow, and staff support
- Precept and train new RN's and staff, contributing to onboarding and skill development (one of the most utilized preceptors on the unit)
- Demonstrate strong leadership and delegation skills in a high-volume, fast-paced telemetry environment
- Experienced in conflict resolution, staff support, and maintaining unit cohesion
- Collaborate well with physicians, multidisciplinary teams, and leadership to ensure safe, efficient patient care
- Recognized for excellent communication and ability to maintain positive working relationships and environment
- Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and camaraderie, contributing to strong staff morale
- Act as a resource nurse, assisting team members with clinical decision-making and problem-solving
- Maintain organization and prioritization under pressure, ensuring quality care is provided and workflow is efficient
Student Nurse Assistant
Silver Cross Hospital
New Lenox, IL
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Floated across multiple units (e.g., med-surg, telemetry, ICU, ED, and specialty areas), gaining a broad exposure to diverse patients and clinical workflows
- Adapted quickly to varying unit workflows and team dynamics, contributing effectively in a fast-paced, high demand environment
- Observed and supported a variety of clinical practices, skills, and care models
- Recognized for reliability and flexibility in supporting staffing needs across multiple departments
Central Transporter
Silver Cross Hospital
New Lenox, IL
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Safely transported patients throughout the hospital ensuring patient comfort and safety at all times
- Coordinated with nursing staff and multiple departments to support efficient patient flow and timely transport
- Maintained clear and professional communication with patients and healthcare teams during transport
- Developed familiarity with hospital layout, departments, and workflows, contributing to overall operational efficiency
Manager
Aurelios
New Lenox, IL
07.2016 - 01.2020
- Led and supported a team of employees, fostering teamwork, accountability, and positive morale
- Handled customer concerns and conflict resolution professionally, ensuring customer satisfaction
- Managed high-volume workflows while maintaining efficiency, organization, and quality control
- Delegated tasks effectively and adjusted workflows in real time to meet demand
- Maintained inventory, oversaw supply levels, and ensured smooth operational flow
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Tinley Park, IL01-2022
High School Diploma -
Lincoln-Way Central
New Lenox, IL05-2018
Skills
- Early Recognition of patient deterioration and rapid intervention
- High-acuity patient management in fast-paced environments
- Adaptability to workflow and changing unit demands
- Cardiac rhythm interpretation and continuous telemetry monitoring
- Charge nurse leadership and unit coordination
- Staff training, precepting, and mentorship
- Clinical decision making and critical thinking under pressure
- Strong communication with patients, families, and staff
- Quality assurance by participation in unit audits
- Conflict resolution and team support
Timeline
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Silver Cross Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Student Nurse Assistant
Silver Cross Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2022
Central Transporter
Silver Cross Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2021
Manager
Aurelios
07.2016 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Lincoln-Way Central