WORK HISTORY

SARAH WILCOXON, BSN, RN

MILTON, FL 32570 912-***-**** ad0ekx@r.postjobfree.com

DECEMBER 2015-SEPTEMBER 2023

Open Heart Clinical Specialty Coord/ Charge Nurse Ascension St. Vincent's/ Sacred Heart Sacred Heart Pensacola

Gave suggestions to Coordinators on how to bring our team together

Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials Monitored fluid intake and output levels

Provided skilled emergency response in critical situations Educated patients about the use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters

Educated and worked with patients to help them navigate the healthcare system and adhere to their care plan

Performed lab tests and communicated results

Assisted the physician with patient procedures, including Art Lines, Foley catheters, IV placement

Followed infection control procedures

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams

Made appropriate interventions by reading and interpreting fetal heart monitors

Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens

Advocated for patients by communicating their care preferences to practitioners, ensuring interventions met their goals for treatment and identifying insurance coverage

Delegated staff nurse duties

Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab

Ensured HIPPA compliance

Cared for patients both prior to surgery and during surgery Prepared rooms according to specific endoscopic procedures Documented concerns for physicians to review in advance Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing

Administered medication to patients according to facility protocols

Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols

Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom re-occurrence

Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma

Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy

Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plan.

Weekend charge nurse, ran the schedule and supervised up to 15 personnel.

Implemented effective strategies and care plans to improve patient outcomes and meet recovery objectives.

Tracked patients' status and emergent cases, taking calls from hospitals when patients' acuity changes.

Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .

Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans.

Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.

Maintained accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with regulatory standards.

Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.

Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.

Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.

Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine. Maintained patient confidentiality by protecting unauthorized access to personal information.

Handled patient transfers, following safety protocols to prevent injuries.

Provided wound care to promote healing and prevent infection. Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches. Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.

Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.

Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.

Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.

Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.

JULY 2005-CURRENT

Surgical Technologist St. Vincent Health System

Created unobstructed operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment

Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures

Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures

Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure

Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count

Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instructions Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures

Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs

Ensured proper care for victims of domestic violence who presented to urgent care clinic

Ensured HIPAA compliance

Reviewed documentation for compliance with requirements and accuracy of information

Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records

Monitored fluid intake and output levels

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams

Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability

Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs

Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, trauma, cardiovascular and plastic surgery procedures

Maintained high infection control standards

Worked closely with new staff members to provide training on operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies

Developed training initiatives on new equipment and procedures to promote highest patient care standards

FEBRUARY 2003-JUNE 2005

Surgical Technologist Sacred Heart Health System Created unobstructed operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment. •Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures. •Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens. •Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds. •Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.

•Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures. •Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure. •Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count. •Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction. •Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction. •Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.

•Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures. •Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs. •Ensured proper care for victims of domestic violence who presented to urgent care clinic. •Ensured HIPAA compliance. •Reviewed documentation for compliance with requirements and accuracy of information.

•Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records. •Monitored fluid intake and output levels.

•Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams. •Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.

•Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability. •Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs. Act in timely manner to set up sterile field and assist in emergency Traumas that came in.

Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, trauma, and plastic surgery procedures

Quickly and accurately set up equipment and counts, following surgical protocols and surgeon preferences

Maintained high infection control standards

Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools, including re-tractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigation equipment

Worked with RN to maintain daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases

Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment

Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons

Kept accurate counts of needle, instrument and sponge inventories

Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools

Decontaminated instruments and equipment and properly disposed of contaminated materials

Worked with RN to maintain daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases

Setup operating and surgery rooms for patients, including preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures Prepared instruments for sterilization

Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines

Completed needle, instrument and sponge counts and recorded inventories

Conducted initial and terminal sponge, instrument and needle counts

Maintained specialty equipment, implant and instrumentation inventories

Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, trauma and plastic surgery procedures

Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure

Sterilized instruments and equipment based on daily needs and specific procedures

Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools, including retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigation equipment

Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment

Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures

Provided guidance and leadership to new surgical technologist employees and students

FEBRUARY 1995-SEPTEMBER 1998

Physician Billing Specialist Dr. Martin & Plunkett (Urology) I worked in the Physician Billing department. I obtained authorization for surgeries, precertification's, collected money, billed insurance company for services rendered, filed correspondence to insurance company. I checked patients in and out for same day sugery and appointments, took vital signs and called patients to remind them of upcoming appointments.

Handled account payments and provided information regarding outstanding balances

Collected data to complete detailed financial reports for stakeholders and management

Resolved billing and claims problems, improved operations and provided exceptional client support

Monitored outstanding invoices and performed collections duties Accepted payments for services rendered and discussed remaining balances with customers to take accounts to zero Reviewed patient records, identified medical codes and created invoices for billing purposes

Communicated with insurance providers to resolve denied claims and resubmitted

Posted surgical charges for all practice providers Translated and interpreted medical billing codes with strong accuracy to enable swift payment from insurance agencies Analyzed complex Explanation of Benefits forms to verify correct billing of insurance carriers

MARCH 2002-JULY 2004

CNA Orthopedic Rehab Baptist Health System

Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs. •Ensured proper care for victims of domestic violence who presented to urgent care clinic. •Ensured HIPAA compliance. •Reviewed documentation for compliance with requirements and accuracy of information. •Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records.

•Monitored fluid intake and output levels. •Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams. •Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.

•Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs. Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor

Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication

Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere

Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships

Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms

Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives

Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs

MARCH 1992-AUGUST 1995

Assistant Director/Activities Coordinator La Petite Academy of Pensacola

Brought LA petite Academy into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations including fire and disaster preparedness, FL Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines

Tracked key business metrics and made recommendations for proactive adjustments to policies and procedures

Lead teams of professionals in special projects and daily operations

Designed monthly activity schedules

Hired and trained number of staff

Continually kept abreast of toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings

Administered medications and kept appropriate records Communicated with children in developmentally appropriate way

Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels

Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental concerns in children and brought them to parents' or guardians' attention Engaged with children on an individual basis in a pleasant manner

Operated LA petite Academy in accordance with company and state licensing standards. including fire and disaster preparedness, FL Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines

Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication Recruited, selected and retained quality administrators, teachers and support staff

Dressed infants and toddlers and changed their diapers Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication

Maintained accurate accounting of tuition and operating reports Conducted trainings and mentored staff, consistently improving performance

Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new program

Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

Maintained a safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization

Implemented curriculum

Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and using the toilet

Instructed children on proper health and personal habits Encouraged good behaviors using the positive reinforcement method

Communicated with owners, board members and support team concerning personnel matters

Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time

Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment

Consistently enforced disciplinary limits for a structured environment conducive to learning

Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover

Monitored each student's educational progress with individualized charts and files

Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management

Managed, observed and evaluated 10 lead teachers, and 2 kitchen staff

Offered well-balanced and nutritious menu options

Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles

Maintained accurate and detailed records, including staff and child files on enrollments, attendance, health and safety, emergency contact information and incident reports Operated Lapetite Academy in accordance with company and state licensing standards

3 years daycare supervisory experience

Supervised 10 to 12 employees at a time

Kept accounts receivable books accurate

Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations

Maintained tight production timetables and quality standards to give audiences exceptional offerings

Led team of 13 preschool teaching professionals in special projects and daily operations

Results-focused Operating Room passionate Surgical Technician for 20 years and a RN for 8 years of clinical experience in surgical, intra- SKILLS

operative, preoperative, and post-operative environments with a total of 20 yrs of Operating Room knowledge, seeking to strengthen patient care in current facility through proven skills in daily care and problem solving. Expertise in the Charge Nurse position and running the surgery schedule for the operating room, organizing the schedule and co-workers to make the surgery schedule run on time, booking cases, charting, patient assessments, able to remain calm in emergency situations, as well as taking care of sick cardiac patients in a proficient and timely manner. Proficient in patient education,extensive team work skills, medication administration, starting IV. Meticulously detail-oriented, observant, and proactive. RN dedicated to continuous process improvement in the face of rapidly evolving and changing markets. Extremely results-oriented and proactive in addressing and resolving problems.

Well-qualified Registered Nurse with full FL credentials and extensive experience in Charge Nurse/ Leadership and critical settings. Able to proficiently circulate, assist, and scrub multiple specialty services. Passionate about delivering compassionate patient care with respect to individual patient needs. Open and clear communicator with analytical problem-solving abilities and advanced clinical expertise. Multi-talented Registered Nurse consistently rewarded for success in planning and operational improvements. Experience in policy development and staff management procedures positively impacting overall morale and productivity.

ACLS active

Registered Nurse Active in the

state of Florida 2015- present

.Surgical Assist/ Circulator in Open

Heart, Open Heart Pediatrics, PV,

Orthopedics, Urology, plastics,

General, GYN, Neuro, Pediatrics,

and Trauma

.Assessments

.HIPPA Compliance

.Service minded

.Emergency Medicine and Trauma

.Pre and Post-op care

.Charting

.administer medication IV/ IV

management

.Resourcful/ Reliable

Removing sutures

Emotional intelligence

High level of autonomy

Staff supervision

Coordination

Foley catheters

Insulin medication assistance

Medical Records

Management

Appointment Scheduling

Intravenous therapy

Health screening

Precepting

EMR / EHR

HIPAA education

Supply restocking

Family advocacy

EDUCATION

.Detail Oriented

. Management of 10 to 12

employees at a time

Emergency Procedures

Patient Assessments

Data Collection

Strong clinical judgment

Started ASN Nursing: Nursing

Skagit Valley College, Whidby Island, WA

2023

Master of Science: Family Practice Nurse Practitioner Student Chamberlain University, Downers Grove, IL

MAY 2015

Associate of Science: Nursing

Concorde Career College, Jacksonville, FL

OCTOBER 2020

Bachelor of Science: BSN

Chamberlain College of Nursing, Chicago, IL

2003

Certificate: Surgical Technologist

Pensacola Junior College, Pensacola, FL

2001

Certificate: CNA

Pensacola Junior College, Pensacola, FL

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