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Sarah Thornton

Muncie,IN

Summary

Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at American Senior Community, excelling in patient medication management and comprehensive wound care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and collaborative teamwork. Committed to delivering high-quality care while adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Community Resource - Licensed Practical Nurse

American Senior Community
01.2025 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Morrison Woods Health Campus
05.2024 - Current
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.

Patient Care Technician

IU Health Ball Memorial Health
12.2018 - 05.2024
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
  • Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.

Education

Associate of Science - ASN

Ivy Tech Community College
Muncie
05-2025

Associate of Science - LPN

Ivy Tech Community College
Muncie
12-2023

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
07-2014

Skills

  • Patient Medication Management
  • Comprehensive Patient Evaluation
  • HIPAA Regulations Adherence
  • Comprehensive Wound Management
  • Effective Family Communication
  • Collaborative Teamwork Across Fields
  • Effective communication
  • Detail-Oriented Mindset
  • Accurate clinical documentation

Certification

  • BLS (Expiration 04/2026)
  • Mental Health First Aid (Exp. 09/2027)
  • TB Validation Certificate (Exp.03/2026)
  • LPN - License # 27080854A (Exp. 10/2026)

Timeline

Community Resource - Licensed Practical Nurse

American Senior Community
01.2025 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Morrison Woods Health Campus
05.2024 - Current

Patient Care Technician

IU Health Ball Memorial Health
12.2018 - 05.2024

Associate of Science - ASN

Ivy Tech Community College

Associate of Science - LPN

Ivy Tech Community College

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development

Ball State University

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