Sarah Warner
Fortville,IN
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through compassionate care and strong clinical judgment. Adept at educating families on health management while fostering teamwork in high-pressure environments. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neurology Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
04.2015 - 05.2025
- Assessed patient health status through comprehensive physical exams and medical history reviews.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and preventive care practices.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, maintaining compliance with legal standards.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team promptly.
- Worked with lumbar drains, Post op, Pre op, PCA's
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, Neuro checks, GCS and NIHSS, to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
Community Heart and Vascular Hospital
01.2012 - 11.2014
- Administered advanced cardiovascular life support during critical patient care situations.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families on cardiac health management and lifestyle modifications.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' cardiovascular conditions using specialized diagnostic tools.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records to ensure timely communication of vital information across medical teams.
- Prevented complications in post-operative patients through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and early intervention as needed.
- Safely administered medications while adhering to strict protocols for dosage calculation, administration techniques, and documentation requirements.
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Kindred Hospital South
06.2008 - 11.2011
- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in long-term acute care settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering skills development and adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify changes in patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions and optimal outcomes.
- Served as a clinical resource for colleagues, offering guidance on complex cases or challenging situations when needed.
- Skillfully performed tracheostomy care procedures, minimizing risks associated with airway management in critically ill patients.
- Managed ventilator-dependent patients effectively, preventing complications such as pneumonia or respiratory failure while promoting weaning success rates.
- Assessed and responded to changes in patient condition rapidly, initiating appropriate interventions as needed to prevent complications or decline.
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Select Specialty Hospital
08.2005 - 04.2008
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health record systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy of information sharing.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities regularly, staying current on best practices for delivering high-quality nursing care in the LTAC setting.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Community Hopsital North
05.2005 - 07.2005
- Administered critical care treatments and monitored patient responses in high-acuity settings.
- Utilized advanced monitoring equipment and technology to track vital signs and support decision-making processes.
- Responded efficiently to medical emergencies within the hospital setting, providing life-saving interventions as needed.
Registered Nurse Neurology
Ascension St Vincent Hospital
01.2000 - 05.2005
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient progress, documenting vital signs and responses to interventions in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive healthcare practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff, providing guidance on clinical practices and hospital policies for improved performance.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency in patient admissions, discharges, and transfers within the facility.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Methodist Hospital
07.1999 - 12.1999
- Delivered comprehensive patient assessments to establish effective care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and streamline communication.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions, ensuring adherence to safety protocols
Licensed Practical Nurse
Regency Place of Castleton
01.1998 - 05.1999
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team members.
Licensed Practical Nurse
White County Memorial Hospital
08.1996 - 12.1997
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and individualized care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting abnormalities to nursing staff.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Lafayette, IN05-1999
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Lafayette08-1996
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient management
- Professional bedside manner
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- High level of autonomy
- Emotional awareness
- Seizure management
- At-risk patient care
Certification
NIHSS
BLS
Timeline
Neurology Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
04.2015 - 05.2025
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
Community Heart and Vascular Hospital
01.2012 - 11.2014
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Kindred Hospital South
06.2008 - 11.2011
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Select Specialty Hospital
08.2005 - 04.2008
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Community Hopsital North
05.2005 - 07.2005
Registered Nurse Neurology
Ascension St Vincent Hospital
01.2000 - 05.2005
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Methodist Hospital
07.1999 - 12.1999
Licensed Practical Nurse
Regency Place of Castleton
01.1998 - 05.1999
Licensed Practical Nurse
White County Memorial Hospital
08.1996 - 12.1997
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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