Sarah Tojil
Cuyahoga Falls,OH
Summary
Adept at enhancing neonatal outcomes, I leveraged evidence-based practices at Akron Children's Hospital to improve patient care. Skilled in EPIC Charting and healthcare team collaboration, I significantly increased staff competency and patient care standards. My expertise in neonatal resuscitation and compassionate family support underscore my commitment to excellence in neonatal nursing.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care
Akron Children's Hospital
05.2016 - Current
- Improved neonatal patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care practices and protocols.
- Utilized advanced technology for real-time documentation of patient progress, enhancing communication among healthcare providers.
- Increased staff competency by providing ongoing education on neonatal care best practices.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Administered medications accurately, reducing potential adverse effects or complications in neonates.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment plans.
- Mentored new nursing staff in proper NICU procedures, improving overall unit performance.
- Provided emotional support to families during critical stages in the NICU, fostering trust and open communication.
- Demonstrated adaptability during high-pressure situations, effectively managing emergencies while remaining composed.
- Managed complex patient cases with attention to detail, ensuring timely interventions and treatments.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Optimized quality of care by participating in continuous improvement initiatives within the NICU unit.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
Kent, OH12.2015
Skills
- Breastfeeding support
- Nursing Documentation
- Umbilical Line Care
- Endotracheal tube care
- Central Line Care
- Family advocacy
- Parenteral Nutrition
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Premature care
- Intravenous therapy
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- EPIC Charting System
Accomplishments
- Educated Preceptor - Educated and trained staff nurses in patient care and procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Midas safety award - awarded the monthly "safe catch" award for recognizing a potential patient safety event, then correctly reported the event in the hospital's Midas system in order to track and prevent further safety events from occurring.
Certification
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care
Akron Children's Hospital
05.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
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