Sarah Villarreal
Harlingen,Texas
Summary
Registered Nurse with 17 years of experience in hospital and outpatient settings, providing care for diverse patient populations. Expertise in dialysis and chronic kidney disease management developed over the last 14 years. Proven ability to deliver high-quality patient care and improve health outcomes through effective treatment plans. Strong communication and collaboration skills enhance multidisciplinary team effectiveness.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Palms Behavioral Health
11.2025 - Current
- Administer medications and treatments per physician protocols and nursing standards.
- Monitor patient vital signs, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare team.
- Educate patients and families on health management, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Home Infusions RN
Atulo
03.2024 - Current
- Achieved optimal patient outcomes by administering intravenous medications and fluids in home environments. Enhanced patient safety through diligent assessment of conditions and monitoring of vital signs during infusion therapy. Empowered patients and families with knowledge on medication administration and side effects. Maintained precise documentation of all infusion therapy services. Coordinated with pharmacy to streamline medication supply and administration processes.
Charge Nurse
US Renal Care
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Achieved seamless patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, enhancing operational efficiency. Improved documentation accuracy of patient care activities pre and post dialysis, leading to better patient tracking. Enhanced medication administration processes, ensuring timely delivery of care. Delegated tasks effectively to nursing staff, improving team productivity. Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings, fostering a collaborative care environment. Supervised and coordinated patient care activities on the unit, resulting in improved patient satisfaction. Collaborated with healthcare team members to deliver optimal patient care, positively impacting health outcomes. Provided mentorship and support to team members, enhancing their professional development. Assessed patient care needs and developed tailored care plans, improving patient engagement. Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring high standards of care. Managed medication review and electronic medical records efficiently, streamlining processes. Oversaw 8-10 staff members, promoting teamwork and accountability.
Home Therapy RN
Fresenius Medical Care
02.2015 - 12.2023
- Conducted annual home visits and additional visits as required. Assisted with admission, transfer, and discharge processes for CKD patients. Performed ICD-10 coding for patient diagnoses. Reviewed and managed monthly medication for electronic patient charts. Prepared and shipped phlebotomy lab specimens. Coordinated medical appointments, referrals, and lab scheduling. Scheduled and executed monthly MD visits with interdisciplinary teams. Followed infection control protocols and safety standards. Managed inventory of supplies and equipment for home therapy patients. Educated patients, caregivers, and families on peritoneal dialysis, APD, CAPD, and home hemodialysis using NxStage. Monitored and assessed patients' health status on home dialysis therapy. Collaborated with healthcare teams to create individualized care plans. Documented patient progress and treatment outcomes accurately.
Nurse Navigator
Fresenius Medical Care
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Welcomed patients to chronic special needs insurance plan. Conducted outbound health risk assessment calls annually or as needed. Performed medication review post hospitalization to address patient needs. Coordinated in-network medical visits for members. Assisted with grievances as a grievance nurse. Evaluated member needs and created individualized care plans. Supported patient care plans and facilitated healthcare journey.
Charge Nurse
Driscoll Children’s Hospital
02.2014 - 01.2015
- Assisted in opening pediatric dialysis facility within 120-mile radius of Driscoll Children’s Hospital. Supported admission process for pediatric CKD patients. Administered medications and conducted medication reviews. Performed pre and post assessments of HD treatment. Monitored crit-line. Managed inventory for stock room and coordinated with pharmacy to maintain adequate medication supply for Pyxis. Followed hospital policies and procedures. Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings. Aided in coordinating patient care activities on the unit. Observed 3-5 staff members.
Team Lead RN/Charge Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
07.2011 - 02.2014
- Monitored patient care before and after hemodialysis. Assisted with medication administration. Supported dialysis technicians in daily operations. Conducted annual assessments for patients. Oversaw monthly foot assessments for diabetic and peripheral vascular disease patients. Reviewed and managed medications in patient electronic medical records monthly. Collaborated with healthcare team members to enhance patient care. Provided guidance and support to team members. Assessed patient care needs and contributed to care plan development. Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements.
Staff Nurse
Rio Grande Regional Hospital
01.2008 - 07.2011
- Facilitated patient admission to outpatient services for same-day surgery and radiologic procedures. Assisted in chemotherapy administration and blood product infusion. Supported outpatient antibiotic therapy and wound care. Monitored patients during gastrointestinal procedures, including EGD, colonoscopy, and ERCP, under conscious sedation. Observed patient conditions and executed necessary nursing interventions. Recorded and tracked patient vital signs and treatment responses. Complied with infection control and safety protocols. Administered medications and treatments as directed by physicians.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
University of Texas Pan American
12.2007
Skills
HIPAA compliance
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Palms Behavioral Health
11.2025 - Current
Charge Nurse
US Renal Care
04.2024 - 07.2025
Home Infusions RN
Atulo
03.2024 - Current
Nurse Navigator
Fresenius Medical Care
05.2016 - 08.2017
Home Therapy RN
Fresenius Medical Care
02.2015 - 12.2023
Charge Nurse
Driscoll Children’s Hospital
02.2014 - 01.2015
Team Lead RN/Charge Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
07.2011 - 02.2014
Staff Nurse
Rio Grande Regional Hospital
01.2008 - 07.2011
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
University of Texas Pan American