Sasha Leatherwood
Northeastern Health System Tahlequah
Stilwell,OK
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Dynamic Registered Nurse specializing in Emergency Medicine and Adult CVICU care, committed to delivering exceptional acute patient management and critical interventions. Proven ability to achieve optimal patient outcomes through effective communication, clinical judgment, and collaboration in high-pressure environments. Extensive experience in post-operative recovery for high-acuity patients, including complex cardiac and neuro cases, complemented by advanced skills in airway management and hemodynamic monitoring.
Additionally, a seasoned Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic with over 16 years of experience providing life-saving critical care in demanding situations.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
7 Months- Performed rapid emergency assessments to prioritize care and stabilize high-acuity patients.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary treatment plans with physicians, respiratory therapy, and ancillary staff.
- Administered medications and IV therapies while maintaining accurate documentation in electronic health records.
- Monitored patient status changes and escalated critical concerns for immediate intervention.
EMT-Paramedic — Primary Provider
8 Years 6 Months- Provide life-saving interventions such as advanced airway management, medication administration, and cardiac monitoring in high-acuity prehospital settings.
- Handle cardiac, trauma, neurologic, and medical emergencies through autonomous clinical decision-making
- Demonstrates adaptability in the dynamic EMS environment by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining focused on patient care priorities.
- Maintains levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Registered Nurse — Adult CVICU
4 Years 5 Months- Recovered immediate post-operative patients following open heart surgery (CABG, MVR), revascularization procedures, thoracotomies, and other surgical interventions
- Managed post-anesthesia patients with critical needs, ensuring safety and readiness for discharge to appropriate care levels
- Conducted frequent focused assessments to promptly identify and address post-operative complications, enhancing patient safety and recovery outcomes
- Provided airway management and ventilator care, including assessment for extubation readiness
- Managed post-anesthesia patients requiring close monitoring but not ICU-level admission
- Collaborated with anesthesia, surgeons, PACU staff, and inpatient units to facilitate safe patient handoff and maintain continuity of care
- Administered medications, monitored responses, and followed physician orders with precision.
Education
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skills
Airway Management
Advanced airway management
Post-Anesthesia Recovery (Phase I)
Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation
Rapid Patient Assessment
Critical care management
Post-Operative Complication Management
Pain & Nausea Management
Interdisciplinary Communication
Patient & Family Education
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- NREMT Paramedic
- State of Oklahoma Paramedic License
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course
- AMLS - Advanced Medical Life Support
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Northeastern Health System Tahlequah
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse — Adult CVICU
Northeastern Health System Tahlequah
10.2021 - 03.2026Read More
EMT-Paramedic — Primary Provider
Northeastern Health System Tahlequah
04.2018 - CurrentRead More
Rogers State University
Associate of Science from Paramedicine
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Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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