SUZANNE SORRELL
North Las Vegas
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse skilled in compassionate care, advanced assessment, and ethical practice. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool Emergency Department
Valley Health Systems
Las Vegas, NV
02.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, documenting changes in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication use, and preventative care strategies.
- Assessed and triaged patients to prioritize care based on severity of conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders in fast-paced environment.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and team cohesion.
Registered Nurse Educator
Nevada State College of Nursing
Las Vegas, NV
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented nursing curriculum aligned with accreditation standards.
- Facilitated interactive workshops to enhance clinical skills among nursing students.
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments and feedback mechanisms.
- Advocated for student needs, fostering a supportive learning environment in nursing education programs.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to provide valuable service-learning opportunities for nursing students, connecting classroom theory with real-world practice.
- Advocated for the integration of culturally competent care principles into nursing education curricula, fostering awareness of diversity issues among future healthcare providers.
- Served as a mentor and role model for nursing students at various stages of their educational journey, offering guidance for academic success and professional growth.
- Consulted with stakeholders including hospital administrators, nurse managers, preceptors, and clinical educators to ensure nursing education programs were meeting the needs of local healthcare providers.
- Facilitated group discussions that encouraged critical analysis of complex case scenarios, fostering students'' ability to develop sound clinical judgments and effectively communicate their rationale for decision-making.
- Enhanced nursing education by incorporating up-to-date research findings and evidence-based practices into lesson plans.
- Coordinated clinical placements for students across multiple local healthcare facilities, ensuring optimal learning experiences while balancing staffing needs.
Travel Registered Nurse
Multiple
California, NY, Organ, Texas
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Administered patient care plans across diverse healthcare settings to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective treatment strategies for patients.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, adjusting care as necessary for improved recovery.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and medication management for enhanced understanding.
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health record systems to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Valley Health Systems
Las Vegas, NV
03.2009 - 12.2019
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols, best practices, and use of healthcare technology systems.
- Managed patient care workflows to optimize efficiency during high-demand shifts in fast-paced environments.
- Conducted quality assurance audits to improve compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Led initiatives aimed at enhancing patient satisfaction through improved communication and service delivery methods.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Provided critical care to patients in high-stress emergency situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
Registered Nurse Trauma ICU
UMC Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
03.2010 - 02.2012
- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in critical care settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Utilized advanced monitoring technologies to assess vital signs and detect early signs of deterioration.
- Educated patients and families on critical care processes, fostering understanding and compliance.
- Administered critical care interventions to stabilize patients in trauma situations.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize trauma patient management strategies.
- Streamlined the admission process for trauma ICU patients by implementing new protocols for rapid assessment and intervention.
- Managed ventilator settings, titrating oxygen levels for optimal respiratory support and minimizing the risk of complications in intubated patients.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Science FNP
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MI04-2021
Skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Ethical practice
- Health promotion
- Disease prevention
- Strong clinical judgment
- Documentation
- Cultural history
- Health literacy
- Advanced assessment
- Family-centered care
- Interprofessional collaboration
Timeline
Registered Nurse Educator
Nevada State College of Nursing
08.2024 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse, Float Pool Emergency Department
Valley Health Systems
02.2022 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Multiple
01.2020 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse Trauma ICU
UMC Hospital
03.2010 - 02.2012
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Valley Health Systems
03.2009 - 12.2019
Master of Science - Nursing Science FNP
Davenport University