Sarah Van Ingen
Celina,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) 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, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
PCU RN, Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Medical City
12.2023 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
PCU RN Floor Nurse, Float Pool
Medical City
12.2022 - 12.2023
RN, School Nurse
Little Elm Independent School District
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted vision and hearing screenings
- Recorded details regarding interactions to keep student charts updated.
- Provided education on health and diseases processes to students, family, and faculty
- Administered prescribed medication
ICU RN
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the ICU by adhering to established protocols, reporting potential hazards, and participating in regular safety drills.
PCU RN, Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Medical City
10.2019 - 07.2022
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Mentored and supervised nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development.
- Coordinated departmental operations according to administrative, legal and medical guidelines.
- Interacted effectively with department managers to promptly correct problems and improve services.
Registered Dental Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
08.2009 - 01.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared digital X-rays for dentist review, enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXAssociate of Science - Nursing
North Central Texas College
Gainesville, TX05.2019
Certificate - Real Estate
Champions School of Real Estate
Coppell, TX10.2006
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Precepting
- Staff Supervision
- Nursing staff leadership
Timeline
PCU RN, Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Medical City
12.2023 - Current
PCU RN Floor Nurse, Float Pool
Medical City
12.2022 - 12.2023
RN, School Nurse
Little Elm Independent School District
12.2022 - 05.2023
ICU RN
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
07.2022 - 12.2022
PCU RN, Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Medical City
10.2019 - 07.2022
Registered Dental Assistant
Pacific Dental Services
08.2009 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Central Texas College
Certificate - Real Estate
Champions School of Real Estate
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