Sarah E. Shelton
Fishers,IN
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Department Clinical Rotation 150 Hours
Ascension St. Vincent
Carmel, IN
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control protocols.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests as directed by physicians.
- Familiarized myself with current standards of practice related to emergency medicine in order to provide quality patient care.
- Coordinated with nursing staff to ensure timely delivery of patient care services.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Assisted in the triage of patients, determining the severity of their condition.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Provided direct patient care, including vital signs monitoring, wound care, administering medications and injections, IV insertion and management, and foley catheterization insertion and management
- Provided emotional support to both patients and families during difficult times.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Student Nurse Intern | Resource/Float Team
Ascension St. Vincent
Indianapolis, IN
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Completed assigned nursing orders including assisting patients with daily living activities and obtaining vitals
- Observed patient status and responses
- Assisted with wound care management, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding the confidentiality of patient information.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Implemented infection control measures, including hand hygiene and proper disposal of sharps.
- Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care.
- Built rapport with patients' family members and support system.
Administrative Assistant
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Responsible for all calendars related to professorship and the Center for Healthy Aging and Wellness
- Project Lead for Dr Kevin J Valadares Chair of Health Administration and Professor of Health Services
- Managed and led a team of 8 undergraduate students
- Built an all-inclusive HCP database in the greater Evansville area across all public Health Systems, Private Practices, and Provider groups
- Orchestrated Media Outreach with our database to be circulated locally
Office Coordinator
American Cancer Care
Evansville, IN
09.2004 - 08.2011
- Reported directly to the lead Health Care Provider Dr. Daniel Shirey
- Responsible for all aspects of hiring and managing non-clinical administrative staff for a thriving physician-led community oncology practice
- Obtained and updated patient medical history and medications
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Guided team members to minimize delays and maintain high-quality daily production.
- Trained and mentored administrative staff members in company policies, daily task execution and industry best practices.
- Assisted in vendor relationship management
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Marian University
Indianapolis, IN12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Services
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN12-2013
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Immunization administration
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Foley Catheterization
- EKG administration
- Venipuncture and phlebotomy
- Condition monitoring
- Patient safety
- Intravenous therapy
- Airway management
- Patient-focused care
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- IV insertion
Accomplishments
Clinical Excellence Award:
Recognized for most consistently demonstrating clinical excellence in the healthcare environment. Utilizing caring behaviors to promote self-actualization of individuals, families, and the community. Employing therapeutic communication techniques with individuals, families, and the community. Operationalized the nursing process. Integrating nurse educator, researcher, advocate, collaborator, and communicator characteristics in the practitioner role. Maintaining professional growth. Incorporating liberal arts and nursing education to form a foundation for nursing practice with patients.
Dean's List: 3 semesters
Affiliations
- Peer Mentor
- Pinning Committee Member
Timeline
Emergency Department Clinical Rotation 150 Hours
Ascension St. Vincent
08.2024 - 12.2024
Student Nurse Intern | Resource/Float Team
Ascension St. Vincent
07.2023 - 07.2024
Administrative Assistant
University of Southern Indiana
08.2011 - 05.2012
Office Coordinator
American Cancer Care
09.2004 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Marian University
Bachelor of Science - Health Services
University of Southern Indiana
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