Sarah Whitford
Port Huron,MI
Summary
I am a dedicated to providing individuals struggling with mental illness and addiction with compassionate, empathetic care to overcome life challenges. It is my goal to be a valuable asset within our community, advocate for those in need, and empower individuals by connecting them to available resources for wellness.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Walgreens
04.2020 - Current
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Home Health Aide
Comfort Keepers
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
Private Caregiver
Private
01.2011 - 07.2017
- Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Promoted client independence through encouragement and assistance in self-care tasks when appropriate.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Huron Valley Correctional Facility
08.2008 - 04.2010
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, emergent wound care, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse (RN)
University of Michigan Hospital
06.2005 - 01.2008
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Managed patients recovering from medical and surgical procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Capella University (CACREP Accredited)
Minneapolis, MN03-2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Michigan-Flint
Flint, MI04.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI06.2004
Skills
- Patient assessments and direct patient care
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Care plan development
- Patient evaluation
- Team coordination
- Complex Problem-solving
- HIPAA education
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Successfully provided quality care to patients in hospital, mental health facility, and correctional environments.
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), 08/01/04, 11/30/10, Registered Nurse in orthopedic and psychiatric care setting for 6 years.
- Registered Nurse (RN), 04/01/04, 08/31/10, Registered Nurse License from Board of Nursing, active 2004-2010.
Additional Information
I recognize that patients and families deserve complete health care and education delivered with compassion and knowledge of each individual situation.
Assessments
- Clinical judgment, Proficient, 03/01/20, Assessing a patient's condition and implementing the appropriate medical intervention.
- Home health aide skills, Proficient, 03/01/20, Providing care to patients in a home setting.
- Project timeline management, Proficient, 03/01/20, Prioritizing and allocating time to effectively achieve project deliverables.
Willingtorelocate
- Marysville, MI
- Saint Clair, MI
- Lexington, MI
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Affiliations
- American Counseling Association
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Analyzing diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches for various psychopathologies
- Investigating biopsychosocial factors influencing psychopathology, addiction, and attachment disorders
- Exploring impact of trauma on mental health and well-being
Timeline
Sales Associate
Walgreens
04.2020 - Current
Home Health Aide
Comfort Keepers
08.2017 - 03.2020
Private Caregiver
Private
01.2011 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse (RN)
Huron Valley Correctional Facility
08.2008 - 04.2010
Registered Nurse (RN)
University of Michigan Hospital
06.2005 - 01.2008
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Capella University (CACREP Accredited)
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Michigan-Flint
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Schoolcraft College
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