Sarah Thomforde
Lakeville,MN
Summary
Registered Nurse, Minnesota Board of Nursing, 2187167, 06/30/25
Public Health Nurse, Minnesota Board of Nursing, 25207
Public School Nurse, Minnesota Department of Education, 06/30/28
Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 12/2025
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed School Nurse
District 196
08.2021 - Current
- Successfully performed extensive public health mitigation strategies and data collection during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Emphasized and fostered a community of wellness for staff and students through health training sessions, staff check-ins, delegation, and visual and written educational materials.
- Utilized adaptive communication strategies to deliver more accurate and thorough healthcare modalities to students and families of diverse abilities and cultural backgrounds.
- Displayed strong leadership skills with an emphasis on active teamwork during medical emergencies.
- Advocated for community resources with vision screenings in order to strengthen health systems and promote equity.
Licensed School Nurse
Minneapolis Public Schools
08.2017 - 12.2020
- Provided first aid, episodic care, medication administration and management, health screenings, health promotion and developmental education strategies for 1,200 students in a K-8 school setting.
- Created, implemented, and managed Individual and Emergency Health Plans for students with chronic health conditions.
- Practical experience with diabetic pens and pumps, epinephrine, nebulization, diazepam, and gastronomy tube feedings.
- Communicated and collaborated with staff, families, providers, and community resources to promote and maintain student health.
Registered Nurse, Adolescent Mental Health
United Hospital
03.2017 - 08.2017
- Performed health assessments, wound care, medication administration, admission and discharge, and behavioral education to 13-17 year old patients in a mental health hospital setting.
- Implemented safety protocols, daily schedules, and behavioral plans to maintain a stable patient milieu and improve health outcomes.
- Trained in de-escalation, therapeutic communication, trauma-informed care, and crisis management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Mankato, MN12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - English And Sociology
University Of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI06.2004
Skills
- 6 years as Licensed School Nurse
- Diabetes, seizures, allergies, asthma knowledge
- ADHD, mental health, special education support
- Emergency response leadership
- G-tubes, catheterization, nebulization experience
- 40 GPA BSN program
Timeline
Licensed School Nurse
District 196
08.2021 - Current
Licensed School Nurse
Minneapolis Public Schools
08.2017 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse, Adolescent Mental Health
United Hospital
03.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Bachelor of Arts - English And Sociology
University Of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
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