Sarah Yanes BSN RN
Newark,NJ
Summary
Detail-oriented Professional Registered Nurse with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Support Specialist – Wound Care
ReNew Wound Care
05.2025 - Current
- Strengthened wound care systems across 21 LTC/subacute facilities through focused education, workflow optimization, and clinical oversight.
- Conducted wound rounds with providers, ensured accurate documentation, and reinforced timely updates to nursing staff and families.
- Completed treatment cart audits, pressure-injury prevention reviews, and compliance-focused chart audits.
- Collaborated closely with leadership from all 21 buildings which included but not limited to DONs, ADONs, and administrators to improve bedside practices and elevate quality-of-care standards.
RN Staff Nurse – Wound Care
Healogics – Mountainside Hospital
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed 20–30 outpatient wound care patients daily across intake, treatment, and case management roles.
Coordinated individualized care plans with the wound specialist and resolved barriers related to insurance, supplies, DME, and home care.
Performed advanced wound care including wound vac management, compression therapy, dressing selection, and treatment application.
Educated patients and caregivers on wound care techniques, infection prevention, and adherence strategies.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary partners and trained new clinic nurses on wound care protocols and workflow efficiency.
Registered Nurse – Subacute & Long-Term Care
Avalon Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Served as an RN Supervisor supporting a 20–30 bed subacute/LTC unit, overseeing daily operations, staffing coordination, and clinical prioritization.
Supervised 4–10 CNAs per shift, reinforcing care plan compliance, infection-control standards, and safe bedside practices.
Managed the medication cart and treatment responsibilities for 20–30 residents, ensuring accurate and timely administration of medications.
Performed diagnostic and clinical tasks including blood draws, EKGs, wound cultures, and dressing changes, supporting timely provider decision-making.
Communicated with multiple resident families each shift, providing updates on condition changes, care expectations, and discharge plans.
Collaborated closely with IDT (PT/OT, social work, case management) to maintain continuity of care and support safe transitions.
Supported the unit through periods of critical understaffing, continuing per-diem to stabilize workflow and provide consistent clinical leadership.
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Saint Joseph’s Health System
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked the 11 AM–11 PM peak-volume shift, managing the busiest hours of patient flow, trauma arrivals, and high-acuity cases.
Managed 15–30+ patients per shift in a crowded, fast-paced emergency environment requiring continuous reassessment and prioritization.
Triaged 4–6 patients per hour using evidence-based acuity scales to determine urgency and ensure timely interventions.
Performed urgent clinical procedures including IV access, EKGs, wound care, cardiac monitoring, and medication administration.
Coordinated with 10–20 interdisciplinary team members per shift to stabilize critically ill patients and expedite diagnostic testing.
Provided concise, compassionate communication to patients and families during high-stress situations, supporting safe transitions and clear understanding of care plans.
Assisted in optimizing ED throughput by facilitating room turnover, accelerating testing processes, and reducing bottlenecks during peak activity.
Licensed Practical Nurse – Rehabilitation Nursing
Lincoln Park Renaissance Rehab
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed medication administration and treatments for 20–30 subacute/LTC residents per shift, ensuring accuracy, safety, and adherence to care plans.
Performed daily wound care, dressing changes, and skin assessments for multiple high-acuity residents, escalating concerns promptly to the RN and provider team.
Supported and supervised 3–6 CNAs per shift, assisting with workflow coordination and promoting safe resident care practices.
Completed clinical tasks such as vital monitoring, glucose checks, lab draws, and incontinence management to support timely provider decision-making.
Educated residents and families on rehabilitation goals, treatment plans, and home care expectations, helping improve participation and outcomes.
Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team, including PT/OT, speech therapy, social work, and case management, to support individualized care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Berkeley College
Woodland Park, NJ01.2024
Practical Nurse Diploma - Nursing
Berkeley College
Woodland Park, NJ01.2018
Skills
- Unit & Floor Leadership
- CNA Supervision & Coaching
- Family Communication & Condition/Education Counseling
- DOH / CMS Survey Readiness
- Wound Care Oversight & Prevention
- Admission/Discharge Coordination
- Resident Care Planning & IDT Collaboration
- Incident Investigation & Follow-Up
- Infection Control & Pressure Injury Prevention
- High-Acuity Clinical Assessment
- Staff Scheduling & Workflow Optimization
- Conflict Resolution & Family Engagement
- EMR Systems: PCC, SWIFT, Cerner, Epic, Athena, eClinicalWorks, OASIS
- Staff Coaching & Performance Feedback
- Quality Assurance & Clinical Audits
- Cultural Competence & Resident Advocacy
- Time Management & Prioritization
- De-escalation & Conflict Mediation
Accomplishments
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- Documented and resolved EMR discrepancies across multiple systems (PCC, SWIFT, WoundExpert), strengthening continuity of care and ensuring accurate wound documentation.
- Introduced EMR navigation guidance for providers during wound rounds, streamlining documentation workflows and reducing avoidable delays.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams across a 21-building portfolio to standardize wound care processes and support consistent practices in both NY and NJ regions.
- Supervised and educated nursing staff and CNAs during facility-wide in-services, reinforcing best practices for wound prevention and bedside care.
- Reduced moisture-associated skin damage (MASD) by addressing improper double-diapering practices through targeted CNA training and staff coaching.
- Ensured efficient wound-round operations by completing census reconciliation, documentation support, and provider coordination with accuracy and timeliness.
- Resolved workflow issues involving PCC/SWIFT integration within CareRite facilities, leading to smoother documentation and improved communication among care teams.
- Facilitated timely access to advanced wound care products by coordinating with external vendors (e.g., Santyl), ensuring facilities had essential treatments available for residents.
- Established successful new wound-round programs across multiple facilities by coordinating provider schedules, leadership communication, and pre-round preparation.
- Served as the primary on-site resource for nursing staff and providers across all assigned buildings, resolving clinical and administrative concerns in real time.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with DONs, ADONs, Unit Managers, and providers, helping bridge communication gaps and strengthen wound care performance facility-wide.
- Standardized treatment cart audits, prevention-visit workflows, and provider support practices to maintain compliance with CMS/DOH expectations.
- Trained and guided providers on multi-system documentation requirements, reducing errors and improving the accuracy of wound assessments and plans of care.
- Resolved recurring communication and workflow issues by establishing clear processes for census updates, treatment orders, and follow-up coordination.
- Championed updated wound care practices by delivering education drawn from outpatient wound-care experience, helping multiple facilities elevate their bedside standards.
Certification
- Registered Nurse (Multistate License) – Active, Exp. 2026
- BLS – American Heart Association
- IV Therapy Certification
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- NRP Certification
- Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse (CHRN)
Languages
English & Spanish Fluent
Timeline
Clinical Support Specialist – Wound Care
ReNew Wound Care
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse – Subacute & Long-Term Care
Avalon Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
07.2024 - 01.2025
RN Staff Nurse – Wound Care
Healogics – Mountainside Hospital
05.2024 - 04.2025
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Saint Joseph’s Health System
04.2024 - 08.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse – Rehabilitation Nursing
Lincoln Park Renaissance Rehab
01.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Berkeley College
Practical Nurse Diploma - Nursing
Berkeley College
HIGHLIGHT FOR UNIT MANAGER ROLE
- Skilled in leading family discussions, addressing concerns proactively, and setting realistic expectations for residents’ conditions and level of care.
- Strong command of LTC regulations, IDT collaboration, documentation standards, and DOH/CMS guidelines.
- Experienced in managing a 30-bed unit’s workflow, supervising CNAs, and coordinating complex resident needs.
- Deep wound care expertise supporting facility-wide pressure injury prevention and regulatory compliance.
- Calm, steady leadership style that promotes teamwork, consistent performance, and a safe care environment.
- Effective at coordinating admissions, mitigating issues early, and partnering with DON/ADON leadership.