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Sarah Thompson

Ketchikan,AK

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination 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 families through empathetic communication and respectful attitude.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Ketchikan Indian Community
09.2023 - Current
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
  • Worked with suppliers and vendors on provision of medical equipment, items and services.

Public Health Nurse Ⅱ

Public Health
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Performed STI screenings and provided treatments as needed.
  • Educated clients on family planning, provided resources, and administered prescribed medications.
  • Performed epidemiologic investigations on foodborne illnesses.
  • Educated clients on preventative health and on healthy practices to stop disease.
  • Participated in community outreach for emergency opioid response by providing training and resources.
  • Safely administered various adult and childhood vaccinations, providing education to clients on vaccines, dosage, indications, precautions, contraindications and potential side effects.

Primary Care Clinic Nurse

Ketchikan Indian Community
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Performed initial intake and evaluation of pediatric and adult patients.
  • Safely administered vaccines and injectable medications to pediatric and adult patients.
  • Performed triage over the phone on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Performed EKGs, PPD testing, ear and wound irrigation.
  • Coordinated care for patients by facilitating referrals and appointments.

Labor & Delivery Nurse

PeaceHealth Medical Center
02.2018 - 08.2021
  • Assessed patients in triage for preterm labor, active labor, rupture of membranes, and pregnancy complications.
  • Performed maternal and neonatal physical assessments.
  • Managed patients in labor including assistance with induction, epidurals, pain management, and delivery support.
  • Provided breastfeeding support and education.
  • Provided patient and family education on labor, postpartum period, and newborn care.
  • Performed hearing screens, 24-hour testing, and obtained lab work from newborns as needed.
  • Assisted providers with procedures such as laceration repair and newborn circumcision.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
07.2020

Associate of Applied Science in Nursing -

University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK
12.2017

Skills

  • Patient Advocacy
  • Care coordination
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Professional Bedside Manner

Certification

Basic Life Support American Heart Association, 10/2023

Timeline

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Ketchikan Indian Community
09.2023 - Current

Public Health Nurse Ⅱ

Public Health
05.2022 - 05.2023

Primary Care Clinic Nurse

Ketchikan Indian Community
09.2021 - 02.2022

Labor & Delivery Nurse

PeaceHealth Medical Center
02.2018 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Walden University

Associate of Applied Science in Nursing -

University of Alaska Anchorage

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