Sarrel Isherwood
West Park,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
In Patient Unit
Hudson Valley Hospice
Hyde Park, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Delivered acute symptom management to end-of-life patients in inpatient setting.
- Contributed innovative solutions to enhance team performance and patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individual care plans for patients.
- Trained new staff on best practices for hospice care procedures and protocols.
Emergency Room RN
MidHudson Regional Hospital
Poughkeepsie, NY
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Night shift RN for level 2 trauma center, including psychiatric ER and Pediatric ER care
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in critical care settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices.
Student Health Services RN
The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park , NY
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Performed essential duties of Registered Nurse: provided nursing care, treatment, and medical assistance for students, documented information in Electronic Medical Record, administered medications, immunizations, and conducted health screenings.
Periop RN
Baptist Hospital - Pensacola, Fl
Pensacola, FL
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Administered and performed pre-operative evaluations for patients within 30-bed perioperative unit for various surgical interventions from catheterization to open heart and urgent operations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
Cath Lab RN
Thomas Hospital - Fairhope, Al
Fairhope, AL
11.2014 - 05.2016
- Supporting MD in cath lab procedures through medication administration, patient monitoring, and thorough recording of patient assessments, procedures, and outcomes.
- Prepared and maintained sterile environments for catheterization procedures.
- Educated patients and families about pre-procedure instructions and post procedure guidelines.
Emergency Room RN
Thomas Hospital - Fairhope, Al
Fairhope, AL
06.2013 - 11.2014
- Provided nursing care in 28-bed Level II ER and 8-bed rapid treatment unit during night shifts.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices.
- Executed triage responsibilities to prioritize patient care effectively.
- Participated in code team efforts to ensure rapid response to emergencies.
- Assisted IV start team with intravenous therapy administration.
Med Surg RN
Thomas Hospital - Fairhope, Al
Fairhope , AL
03.2012 - 06.2013
- Administered care for patients in 32-bed med-surg unit during night shifts.
Managed admissions from post-surgical procedures and emergency room.
Performed wound care, site monitoring, and drain removal efficiently.
Executed lab draws, NG tube placements, and IV starts accurately.
Administered medications while ensuring compliance with protocols.
Monitored intake and output to track patient progress effectively.
Served as charge nurse, overseeing unit operations and team coordination.
Education
Associates in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY09.2019
Associate in Science Nursing -
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL05.2012
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Care planning
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
- Compassionate care
- Quality improvement
- Verbal communication
- Organizational skills
- Problem resolution
- Computer skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Staff training
- Regulatory compliance
Certification
- Registered Nurse: New York State Board of Nursing, License #802093
- BLS American Heart Association
- ACLS, American Heart Association
- PALS, American Heart Association
- TNCC, Emergency Nurses Association
Timeline
In Patient Unit
Hudson Valley Hospice
01.2024 - Current
Emergency Room RN
MidHudson Regional Hospital
08.2021 - 08.2023
Student Health Services RN
The Culinary Institute of America
10.2020 - 08.2021
Periop RN
Baptist Hospital - Pensacola, Fl
01.2017 - 06.2017
Cath Lab RN
Thomas Hospital - Fairhope, Al
11.2014 - 05.2016
Emergency Room RN
Thomas Hospital - Fairhope, Al
06.2013 - 11.2014
Med Surg RN
Thomas Hospital - Fairhope, Al
03.2012 - 06.2013
Associates in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
The Culinary Institute of America
Associate in Science Nursing -
Pensacola State College