Sarah Williams
Kennebunkport
Summary
Nurse Practitioner experienced with patient care, emphasizing thorough assessments and tailored treatment plans. Utilizes advanced clinical skills to enhance patient well-being and satisfaction. Knowledge of healthcare protocols and collaborative practices, ensuring holistic and effective care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Matrix Medical
07.2024 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
Nurse Practitioner
Mesa College Student Health
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Compassionately counseled patients on lifestyle modifications necessary for optimal health outcomes.
- Interpreted patient lab results, imaging and reports with supervising physician.
- Developed treatment plans, based on scientific rationale, standards of care, and professional practice guidelines.
- Educated patients on preventive health measures such as immunizations, screenings.
- Recommended interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
- Obtained patient history and performed assessment via observation, interview and examination.
ICU, Medical-Surgical, & Telemetry Nurse-UCSD
Aya Healthcare
09.2019 - 12.2023
- Evaluated patients' vital signs and laboratory data to determine emergency intervention needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to develop individualized plans of care tailored to meet each patient's unique needs.
- Provided quality care to critically ill patients in the ICU, step-down, and medical-surgical settings, utilizing advanced assessment skills and evidence-based practice.
Traveling COVID-19 ICU Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
12.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed and implemented patient care plans to meet the needs of critically ill patients with COVID-19.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care while supporting grieving family members during their loss.
Unit Manager, ICU
U.S Navy
04.2019 - 08.2020
- Served as a liaison between upper management and frontline personnel to ensure consistent implementation of directives across teams.
- Supervised nursing staff to drive patient care outcomes.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, orientation, and training of new staff members in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Adult & Pediatric ICU Nurse, Naval Hospital Guam
U.S Navy
11.2016 - 03.2019
- Provided guidance and mentorship to new nurses in the clinical setting.
- Quickly responded to codes within the unit by assessing the situation, initiating resuscitation measures when necessary, delegating tasks appropriately and communicating effectively with other team members.
- Provided comprehensive patient care during transport operations, ensuring safe and effective transport of critically ill or injured patients.
ICU Nurse, NATO Medical Unit-Afghanistan
U.S Navy
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Provided emergency medical and intensive care treatment to adult and pediatric patients with combat-related injuries.
- Functioned effectively within a fast-paced austere environment while maintaining professional composure under pressure.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive trauma training program for nurses and medics that focused on assessing, monitoring, and managing the care of trauma patients.
ICU Nurse, Walter Reed National MMC
U.S Navy
09.2013 - 10.2016
- Utilized advanced clinical skills to assess, diagnose, and treat a variety of acute and chronic medical conditions of both adult and pediatric patients in the ICU setting.
- Assumed charge nurse responsibilities when needed; supervised staff members regarding safe delivery of patient care services.
- Successfully trained multiple new-grad nurses on proper documentation techniques, medication administration, and patient care procedures.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) - Family/Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA, US05.2023
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Standish, ME05.2013
Skills
- Patient education
- Health promotion
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Pediatric care
- Chronic disease management
- Preventive healthcare
Certification
- Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (CPNP-PC)
- Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Matrix Medical
07.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Mesa College Student Health
09.2023 - 05.2024
Traveling COVID-19 ICU Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
12.2020 - 01.2021
ICU, Medical-Surgical, & Telemetry Nurse-UCSD
Aya Healthcare
09.2019 - 12.2023
Unit Manager, ICU
U.S Navy
04.2019 - 08.2020
ICU Nurse, NATO Medical Unit-Afghanistan
U.S Navy
10.2017 - 04.2018
Adult & Pediatric ICU Nurse, Naval Hospital Guam
U.S Navy
11.2016 - 03.2019
ICU Nurse, Walter Reed National MMC
U.S Navy
09.2013 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) - Family/Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
University of San Diego