Savanna Farrington
South Hutchinson
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong focus on direct patient care and safety. Known for a professional bedside manner and attention to detail, successfully reducing complications and improving patient satisfaction in high-stress environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Stafford County Hospital
Stafford, KS
10.2017 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans and ensure optimal outcomes.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes in condition and responding promptly to emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication usage, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Managed patient triage and prioritized care based on severity of conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Utilized electronic health records for accurate documentation and communication of patient information.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Pratt Regional Medical Center
Pratt, KS
02.2021 - Current
- Administered comprehensive prenatal and postpartum care for patients in labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed maternal and fetal health status during labor to ensure safety and comfort.
- Educated patients on childbirth options, breastfeeding techniques, and newborn care to promote health literacy.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes in labor management and post-delivery recovery.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring vital signs and identifying early-warning signs of potential issues.
- Assisted physicians with various medical procedures including cesarean sections, epidural administrations, forceps deliveries, vacuum extractions, and circumcisions.
Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care
Leisure Homestead Association
Stafford, KS
05.2007 - 01.2022
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician protocols and hospital standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, recognizing changes and responding promptly to patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment plans.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Barton Community College
Great Bend, KS05-2019
LPN - Nursing
Barton Community College
Great Bend, KS05-2007
High School Diploma -
St. John High School
St. John, KS05-2005
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Strong clinical judgment
- Chronic disease management
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Fetal Heart Monitoring
- NIHS Stroke Certification
- TNCC
- Wound Care Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Pratt Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Stafford County Hospital
10.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care
Leisure Homestead Association
05.2007 - 01.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Barton Community College
LPN - Nursing
Barton Community College
High School Diploma -
St. John High School