Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Sarah Wasson

Franciscan Health Indianapolis AICU
Indianapolis,IN
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience

Dynamic Registered Nurse with proven expertise at Franciscan Health Indianapolis AICU, excelling in critical care through effective medication administration and patient advocacy. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and communication skills. Committed to enhancing patient care and safety in high-pressure environments. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.

Work History

Registered Nurse

1 Year 5 Months
Franciscan Health Indianapolis AICU | 05.2025 - Current
  • Completed comprehensive patient assessments and recorded condition changes for critical care plans.
  • Administered medications and IV therapies while following safety protocols and physician orders.
  • Worked with physicians, respiratory therapists, and care teams to coordinate patient treatment.
  • Used critical thinking to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient acuity and individual needs.
  • Managed challenging patient situations with de-escalation, crisis intervention, and therapeutic communication.
  • Maintained accurate electronic health records and updated nursing documentation promptly.

Student Nurse Intern and Patient Care Technician

2 Years
Franciscan Health Indianapolis AICU | 05.2023 - 05.2025
  • Monitored vital signs and reported patient condition changes to registered nurses promptly.
  • Documented care activities in electronic health records with accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Prepared patient rooms and supplies while maintaining infection control standards.
  • Observed medication administration practices and reinforced nursing priorities during direct patient care.
  • Developed strong communication skills through frequent interaction with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care process.
  • Performed basic nursing skills such as inserting IVs, drawing blood samples, and monitoring vital signs accurately and efficiently.
  • Completed thorough patient assessments, contributing valuable information for treatment decisions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | 05.2025

Bachelors of Science in Nursing

Skills

Medication and IV administration
Documentation and charting
Patient assessments
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
Critical care

Certification

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIH)
  • Epic Health Systems
  • Cerner Electronic Medical Records

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Franciscan Health Indianapolis AICU
05.2025 - CurrentRead More

Student Nurse Intern and Patient Care Technician

Franciscan Health Indianapolis AICU
05.2023 - 05.2025Read More

University of Indianapolis

Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Sarah Wasson