Sarah Wright
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse dedicated to providing high quality patient care. Diligent in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Responsible, detail-oriented professional who demonstrates critical thinking and effective communication.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
IU Health Methodist Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
01.2025 - Current
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical conditions, ensuring timely interventions.
- Evaluated patient conditions and prioritized treatments based on urgency of needs.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers during high-stress situations.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individuals needs.
- Monitored patient vital signs and performed thorough assessments.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Educated patients and family members on disease processes, treatment options, and self-care techniques.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Professional Dog Sitter/Professional Dog Walker
Self Employed
Greenwood, Indiana
09.2013 - Current
- Developed strong personal relationships with owners and pets.
- Feed, walk and care for dogs/pets during owners' absences and out-of-town trips.
- Greet pet owners and go over available services, outlined costs and determine special needs of animals care.
- Lead dogs away from hazards, obstacles and other animals to protect safety.
- Follow optimal schedules for animals as set by owners.
- Exercise and offer restroom breaks to dogs by walking multiple times per day.
- Coordinate with animal owners for scheduling services and payment processing.
- Alert owners immediately of health or behavior problems for speedy resolution and care.
- Maintained pace according to size, age and agility to offer individualized walking experience for each dog.
- Tailored walks for older dogs and dogs with variety of health concerns.
- Administer topical and oral medications for animals' specific needs.
- Organize optimal walking schedule for multiple dogs.
- Keep cages, kennels, play yards and areas, neat and clean.
- Follow specific food and water schedules for different animal species.
- Collect animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
- Follow pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Monitor animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Bathe, trim and brushed animals to keep coats healthy and clean.
- Support animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Contribute to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Monitor animals for signs of disease, illness or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Carefully clip nails and trim hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Care for sick or injured animals by seeking out veterinary care and notifying owners.
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Clinch River Home Health
Clinton, TN
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in home care settings.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Conducted regular evaluations of patient conditions, completed thorough assessments, and adjusted care strategies as necessary.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle changes.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient progress, ensuring continuity of care between visits.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and communication of patient data.
- Delivered high-quality palliative care for terminally ill patients, offering comfort and dignity during end-of-life stages.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients physical, emotional, and psychological needs, leading to appropriate interventions and referrals when necessary.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment, minimizing risks for injury among patients.
- Managed caseloads efficiently by prioritizing patient needs and organizing schedules accordingly.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
Emergency Department Technician
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
Bloomington, Indiana
05.2021 - 06.2023
- Assist nurses and doctors with examinations of patients by taking vital signs, EKG's, placing patients on cardiac monitors, applying splints, obtaining blood sugar levels, and drawing blood.
- Assist with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures by doing chest compressions, manually bagging patients, and placing patients on the monitor.
- Collected basic samples such as urine, Covid swabs, and blood, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Applied orthopedic devices, measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Assisted patients with limited mobility in dressing and undressing, bathing and other day-to-day needs.
- Decontaminated and sanitized all equipment, rooms, instruments and supplies after use or discharge of patients.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units.
- Assisted triage nurses by taking vital signs, placing patients in rooms, informing other staff members of the new patient.
- Used Cerner to document records of patient care.
Patient Care Technician
Community Health Network
Indianapolis, Indiana
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens such as blood, urine, stool, Covid swaps to lab.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing, bathing, and walking.
- Helped nurses assess patient wounds and skin, and helped patients maintain healthy skin by bathing bedbound individuals and giving CHG baths to all patients.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients complete activities of daily living.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to transport patients throughout the hospital.
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
- Responded to emergency situations to help with CPR by doing chest compressions.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times.
Travel Assistant
AAA
Indianapolis, Indiana
02.2019 - 08.2020
- Generated passenger itineraries with details of timetables and specific locations.
- Helped plan out accommodations and transportation for individual, couple and family clients.
- Kept customers informed about trip requirements and changing travel advisories.
- Assisted clients with obtaining information about tours and destinations.
- Maintained database of customers, planned trips and dedication information for travel staff.
- Provided high level of customer service to each person by engaging customer and using active listening and effective interpersonal skills.
- Answered incoming phone calls and developed friendly rapport with callers while answering questions, making recommendations and leading conversations to bookings.
- Prepared customer invoices, accepted payments and processed refund and cancellation requests.
- Managed booking inquiries and assisted guests and travel partners with questions throughout entire booking cycle.
- Informed clients of essential travel information, such as travel times, transportation connections, medical and visa requirements to facilitate quality service.
- Provided follow through on all calls with confirmations and dissemination of requested information.
- Suggested various packages and amenities to guests, helping each find perfect accommodations to fit personal needs.
Service Department Associate
Tom Wood Subaru
Indianapolis, Indiana
01.2016 - 06.2017
- Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
- Recommended products to customers, thoroughly explaining details.
- Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
- Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
- Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy and resolving problems swiftly.
Hostess
Outback Steakhouse
Indianapolis, Indiana
04.2012 - 01.2014
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating and menu information.
- Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
- Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
- Informed servers of newly seated parties for speedy service.
- Collected information from arriving customers to seat groups or place them on waitlist.
- Documented reservations, alerted servers and managers of large groups and prepared seating.
- Reported concerns about intoxicated guests to management to contribute to safe and welcoming environments for patrons.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Fort Wayne, Indiana05.2023
High School Diploma -
Center Grove High School
Greenwood, Indiana05.2014
Skills
- CPR Certified BLS/ACLS/PALS
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- EPIC Charting System Trained
- Cerner Charting System Trained
- CPI Certification
- Phlebotomist and IV Placement
- Medication Administration
- Vaccine Administration
- Orthopedic Splint/Cast Certification
- Microsoft Programs
VOLUNTEER
Red Cross
Disaster Relief
Best Buddies: worked with students who had intellectual and developmental disabilities
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
IU Health Methodist Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Clinch River Home Health
07.2023 - 12.2024
Emergency Department Technician
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
05.2021 - 06.2023
Patient Care Technician
Community Health Network
08.2020 - 05.2021
Travel Assistant
AAA
02.2019 - 08.2020
Service Department Associate
Tom Wood Subaru
01.2016 - 06.2017
Professional Dog Sitter/Professional Dog Walker
Self Employed
09.2013 - Current
Hostess
Outback Steakhouse
04.2012 - 01.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
High School Diploma -
Center Grove High School