Sharon Kiplagat
Port Angeles,WA
Summary
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented registered nurse with several years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations. Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy. Dedicated Medical Surgical Registered Nurse offering expert clinical skills and judgment. Delivers top-notch care to patients with diverse surgical histories. Uses nursing processes to effectively assess, plan and evaluate patient care. Highly observant, diligent and dedicated patients. Compassionate Registered Nurse recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency care, and pain management. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, and ability to work effectively in team settings. Excel in providing exceptional patient care through empathy, patience, and active listening. Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
OLYMPIC CARE POST ACUTE
Port Angeles, WA
07.2025 - Current
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Nurse Technician
Olympic care view
Port Angeles, WA
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Helped prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
- Provided support in administering medications under supervision.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address their needs and concerns.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care strategies and updates.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations in accordance with established protocols.
- Answered call lights promptly to respond to patient needs in a timely manner.
- Performed vital sign measurements including pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure and respiration.
CNA
Olympic view care
Portales, WA
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide emotional support.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to deliver quality patient care.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Peninsula College
Port Angeles, WA06-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Kisii University
Kenya05-2018
High School Diploma -
St Joseph Girls
KENYA11-2013
Skills
- Patient care
- Effective communication
- Health education
- Electronic health records
- Team collaboration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Direct nursing care
- Emotional support
- Diabetes management
- Infection control measures
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Hospice care
- Stress mitigation
- Patient management
- Postpartum care
- Patient assessment
- Collecting vitals
- Flow sheet charting
- HIPAA education
- Chest pain management
- Bi-lingual in english and Kiswali, french
Certification
- BLS
- RN License
- Nurse tech license
- CNA license
Languages
English
Professional
French
Limited
Swahili
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
OLYMPIC CARE POST ACUTE
07.2025 - Current
Nurse Technician
Olympic care view
08.2024 - Current
CNA
Olympic view care
11.2023 - 07.2024
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Peninsula College
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Kisii University
High School Diploma -
St Joseph Girls