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Sarah Battista

Orlando,FL

Summary

Registered Nurse skilled in direct patient care, managing complex cases, and collaborating effectively within a team. Strong written and verbal communication abilities, coupled with exceptional interpersonal skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Neuro/Surgical Critical Care Nurse

Advent Health Celebration
Celebration, FL
08.2023 - Current
  • Provided specialized nursing care to critically ill patients with life-threatening neurological conditions, including traumatic brain injuries, strokes, and neurosurgical interventions.
  • Managed care of up to three critically ill patients at once involving ongoing neurological or surgical emergencies, such as ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, status epilepticus, bowel perforations, and exploratory laparotomies.
  • Responsible for managing rapidly-evolving clinical situations and implementing appropriate treatment measures in constant collaboration with multidisciplinary providers.
  • Monitored and managed patients on mechanical ventilation, continuous EEG, and invasive monitoring systems.
  • Maintained strict records of intake and output, from feeding tubes, drains, wound vacs, catheters, and other devices.
  • Coordinated preoperative and postoperative care for individuals undergoing complex neurological and surgical procedures.
  • Conducted comprehensive neurological assessments on both conscious and unconscious patients, using systems like the NIHSS, GCS, RASS, and Rankin scores to evaluate patients' condition.

Pre-Op Registered Nurse

Touchton Surgery Center
Jacksonville, FL
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Communicated professionally and efficiently with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and additional OR staff to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Coordinated care for orthopedics, spine, hand, obstetric, pain, and plastic surgery cases.
  • Assisted anesthesiologists with peripheral nerve blocks to ensure analgesic control during and after surgery.
  • Developed and executed daily goals for up to 30 surgical patients per day.
  • Evaluated patients to detect contraindications before anesthesia or scheduled surgery and provided pre-op instructions over the phone.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions to facilitate safety and healing post-op.

Progressive Care Registered Nurse

University Of Florida Health Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Organized and managed complex care of up to 5 patients undergoing various medical therapies and surgical procedures.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing situations.
  • Inserted IVs, administered medications, and closely monitored side effects.
  • Managed care of both parenteral and enteral nutrition and medication management.
  • Remained calm under pressure and skillfully handled difficult patients and high-stress situations.
  • Advised patients and caregivers on proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.

Flex/Float Nursing Assistant

Baptist Health Medical Center
Jacksonville, FL
05.2021 - 06.2022
  • Adapted care in immediate wake of Covid-19 and floated to 20+ units in various specialties.
  • Monitored patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, oxygen saturations, and blood sugar levels.
  • Supported needs of up to 40 residents under both acute and long term care.

Education

Bachelor Of Science - Nursing

Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL
05.2022

Certification

  • ACLS - September 2022 to present
  • BLS - August 2019 to present

Timeline

Neuro/Surgical Critical Care Nurse

Advent Health Celebration
08.2023 - Current

Pre-Op Registered Nurse

Touchton Surgery Center
04.2023 - 06.2023

Progressive Care Registered Nurse

University Of Florida Health Jacksonville
06.2022 - 05.2023

Flex/Float Nursing Assistant

Baptist Health Medical Center
05.2021 - 06.2022

Bachelor Of Science - Nursing

Jacksonville University

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