Sarah Wilcoxon, BSN, RN

• Gave suggestions to Coordinators on how to bring our team together
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials
• Monitored fluid intake and output levels
• Provided skilled emergency response in critical situations
• Educated patients about the use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters
• Educated and worked with patients to help them navigate the healthcare system and adhere to their care plan
• Performed lab tests and communicated results
• Assisted the physician with patient procedures, including Art Lines, Foley catheters, IV placement
• Followed infection control procedures
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams
• Made appropriate interventions by reading and interpreting fetal heart monitors
• Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens
• Advocated for patients by communicating their care preferences to practitioners, ensuring interventions met their goals for treatment and identifying insurance coverage
• Delegated staff nurse duties
• Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab
• Ensured HIPPA compliance
• Cared for patients both prior to surgery and during surgery
• Prepared rooms according to specific endoscopic procedures
• Documented concerns for physicians to review in advance
• Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing
• Administered medication to patients according to facility protocols
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
• Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom re-occurrence
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma
• Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plan.
• Weekend charge nurse, ran the schedule and supervised up to 15 personnel.
• Implemented effective strategies and care plans to improve patient outcomes and meet recovery objectives.
• Tracked patients' status and emergent cases, taking calls from hospitals when patients' acuity changes.
• Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
• Maintained accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with regulatory standards.
• Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
• Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
• Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
• Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
• Maintained patient confidentiality by protecting unauthorized access to personal information.
• Handled patient transfers, following safety protocols to prevent injuries.
• Provided wound care to promote healing and prevent infection.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.

• Created unobstructed operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment
• Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures
• Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens
• Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds
• Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment
• Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures
• Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure
• Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count
• Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons’ preferences or instructions
• Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures
• Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs
• Ensured proper care for victims of domestic violence who presented to urgent care clinic
• Ensured HIPAA compliance
• Reviewed documentation for compliance with requirements and accuracy of information
• Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records
• Monitored fluid intake and output levels
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams
• Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages
• Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability
• Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs
• Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, trauma, cardiovascular and plastic surgery procedures
• Maintained high infection control standards
• Worked closely with new staff members to provide training on operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies
• Developed training initiatives on new equipment and procedures to promote highest patient care standards

Created unobstructed operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment. •Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures. •Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens. •Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds. •Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment. •Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures. •Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure. •Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count. •Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons’ preferences or instruction. •Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons’ preferences or instruction. •Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons’ preferences or instruction. •Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures. •Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs. •Ensured proper care for victims of domestic violence who presented to urgent care clinic. •Ensured HIPAA compliance. •Reviewed documentation for compliance with requirements and accuracy of information. •Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records. •Monitored fluid intake and output levels. •Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams. •Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages. •Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability. •Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs. Act in timely manner to set up sterile field and assist in emergency Traumas that came in.

• Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, trauma, and plastic surgery procedures
• Quickly and accurately set up equipment and counts, following surgical protocols and surgeon preferences
• Maintained high infection control standards
• Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools, including re-tractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigation equipment
• Worked with RN to maintain daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases
• Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment
• Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons
• Kept accurate counts of needle, instrument and sponge inventories
• Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction
• Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools
• Decontaminated instruments and equipment and properly disposed of contaminated materials
• Worked with RN to maintain daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases
• Setup operating and surgery rooms for patients, including preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures
• Prepared instruments for sterilization
• Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines
• Completed needle, instrument and sponge counts and recorded inventories
• Conducted initial and terminal sponge, instrument and needle counts
• Maintained specialty equipment, implant and instrumentation inventories
• Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, trauma and plastic surgery procedures
• Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens
• Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure
• Sterilized instruments and equipment based on daily needs and specific procedures
• Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools, including retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigation equipment
• Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment
• Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures
• Provided guidance and leadership to new surgical technologist employees and students

I worked in the Physician Billing department. I obtained authorization for surgeries, precertification's, collected money, billed insurance company for services rendered, filed correspondence to insurance company. I checked patients in and out for same day sugery and appointments, took vital signs and called patients to remind them of upcoming appointments.

• Handled account payments and provided information regarding outstanding balances
• Collected data to complete detailed financial reports for stakeholders and management
• Resolved billing and claims problems, improved operations and provided exceptional client support
• Monitored outstanding invoices and performed collections duties
• Accepted payments for services rendered and discussed remaining balances with customers to take accounts to zero
• Reviewed patient records, identified medical codes and created invoices for billing purposes
• Communicated with insurance providers to resolve denied claims and resubmitted
• Posted surgical charges for all practice providers
• Translated and interpreted medical billing codes with strong accuracy to enable swift payment from insurance agencies
• Analyzed complex Explanation of Benefits forms to verify correct billing of insurance carriers

Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs. •Ensured proper care for victims of domestic violence who presented to urgent care clinic. •Ensured HIPAA compliance. •Reviewed documentation for compliance with requirements and accuracy of information. •Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records. •Monitored fluid intake and output levels. •Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams. •Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability. •Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.

• Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor
• Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
• Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs

• Brought LA petite Academy into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations including fire and disaster preparedness, FL Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines
• Tracked key business metrics and made recommendations for proactive adjustments to policies and procedures
• Lead teams of professionals in special projects and daily operations
• Designed monthly activity schedules
• Hired and trained number of staff
• Continually kept abreast of toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings
• Administered medications and kept appropriate records
• Communicated with children in developmentally appropriate way
• Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children’s development levels
• Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental concerns in children and brought them to parents' or guardians' attention
• Engaged with children on an individual basis in a pleasant manner
• Operated LA petite Academy in accordance with company and state licensing standards. including fire and disaster preparedness, FL Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines
• Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication
• Recruited, selected and retained quality administrators, teachers and support staff
• Dressed infants and toddlers and changed their diapers
• Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication
• Maintained accurate accounting of tuition and operating reports
• Conducted trainings and mentored staff, consistently improving performance
• Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new program
• Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others
• Maintained a safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization
• Implemented curriculum
• Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and using the toilet
• Instructed children on proper health and personal habits
• Encouraged good behaviors using the positive reinforcement method
• Communicated with owners, board members and support team concerning personnel matters
• Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time
• Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment
• Consistently enforced disciplinary limits for a structured environment conducive to learning
• Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover
• Monitored each student’s educational progress with individualized charts and files
• Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management
• Managed, observed and evaluated 10 lead teachers, and 2 kitchen staff
• Offered well-balanced and nutritious menu options
• Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles
• Maintained accurate and detailed records, including staff and child files on enrollments, attendance, health and safety, emergency contact information and incident reports
• Operated Lapetite Academy in accordance with company and state licensing standards
• 3 years daycare supervisory experience
• Supervised 10 to 12 employees at a time
• Kept accounts receivable books accurate
• Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations
• Maintained tight production timetables and quality standards to give audiences exceptional offerings
• Led team of 13 preschool teaching professionals in special projects and daily operations