SANDERLYNN S. IVEY

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Greenville, FL.

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

As a very young RN, my first endeavor was Oncology nursing. I learned that priority tasking was important but not without the delicate balance of compassion. I learned early on the importance of reflective role-modeling both receiving it and giving it. I was honored to have been a Hospice Nurse which was undeniably my toughest journey in my career; it was then I learned the symbiotic relationship of having hope and letting go . I enjoyed my work traveling with Regional Health Dept as a Adult Health Clinic nurse; focusing on education in Hypertension, stroke and diabetes in rural Georgia circa 1987-90. Home Health Nursing taught me autonomy, time management, excellent wound management skills. I have an extensive Cardiac Nursing background to include Cardiac Progress Care, post cardiac procedures unit and Cardiac Vascular ICU/ OPEN HEART. Most recent career exploration was in a Charge Nurse role in a busy rural hospital in Northern California: Responsibilities include conducting the safe and efficient flow of patients from triage to admission, oversaw transfer of critical patients and discharges. Assisted physicians in obtaining accurate medical histories and a clinical review based on patient assessments .Assist Director in clinical reviews. Coordinated patient placement with Hospitalist. Review patient charts for errors . Mentored and precepted Relieve charge nurse applicants. Instructed staff on JCAHO standards and prep.. Inducted as a strong patient advocate and resource for the ED team.

WORK HISTORY

06/2011 to 10/2018 Charge Nurse/ Staff Nurse, Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital – Grass Valley, California.

I initially came to this facility as an Agency nurse and within 18 months, was working as relieve charge then awarded Charge Nurse position through a competitive interview.

I enjoy many aspects of Emergency Room nursing ; it is an ideal atmosphere to learn about a variety of patients; it's challenging ; increased my ability to collaborate with physicians . I learned to use resources wisely based on geographical area. As a staff nurse:

Attained pristine assessment skills for all age groups Mastered triage ESI skills.Assisted Mid-levels and physicians in treatments and procedures including central and arterial line placements, OB deliveries, intubation, procedural sedation, trauma care. Sharpened skill level with pediatric drug dosing and IV techniques. Achieved autonomy with setting up hemodynamic monitoring for CVP / ART lines, External pacing, cardioversion, chest tube drainage systems, ventilated patients. Skilled in ortho splints and various wound treatments. Advanced nursing skills in head injury, post MCI, OD patients, sexual assault victims, CVA, MI.

Charge Nurse Role: Prioritizing safe and efficient care of patients.Teaching staff on Cerner applications. Organize shift huddles, rounding with ED physician. Engaged in discharge follow-up calls. Reported to Clinical Director for safety and patient issues Assist Hospitalist with admits. Initiated and oversaw transport for Code 3 and air flights Oversaw all Clinical staff and ER technicians activities.

11/2010 to 02/2011 Agency Nurse/RN,Capital Regional Medical Center – Tallahassee, FL Emergency Room Level 3 Trauma Center. Scope of care in relationship to all ages and Levels of care in a busy metropolitan city. Proficient in sexual assault cases and precise documentation. Aided in several child abuse cases. Assisted Neurology in placement of VP shunt for intracranial bleed. Managed high levels of DKA, stroke and Stemi. Assisted with many interventions : Pediatric IV and sepsis, geriatric sepsis, MVA, isolation patients, CVA, Acute MI and precath.

02/2011 to 06/2011 Agency Nurse/RN,Florida Hospital, Waterman – Tavares, FL Integrated ICU of Medical, Surgical and Cardiac. Advanced critical skills in assessment, hemodynamic monitoring, intubation/ventilated patients Advanced skill in IV sedation, pain management, post extubation care, blood product infusions Advanced training in IV meds, dosing and pharmacology Advanced training in care of immobile patient and wound prevention techniques, speciality beds, wound treatments Proficient in chart reviewing and shift sign off, physician updates, charge nurse report .

03/2010 to 11/2011 Staff Nurse, Emergency Room

Bay Medical Center Level II – Panama City, Fl

. Obtained Trauma Nurse Certification Delivered care

for trauma cases ; GSW, stabbings, MVA,

Advanced MI modalities to include emergent heart cath

, one of the few ER nurses that could effectively set up

hemodynamic monitoring and report results to

physician. Advanced assessment of OD, trauma, CVA

patients.

08/2008-12/2008 Interim Manager, Bay Medical Center – Panama City, FL. Volunteered to resume manager duties after current Manager abruptly left her post. Seemingly jurassic responsibility and required “diving in”. Oversaw all activity of the CVICU to include: staffing, scheduling, patient complaints,advocacy,interviewing, hiring, firing, staff and patient safety issues, budget analysis, employee credential reviews, committee meetings, daily meeting with Director and huddles with staff.

07/2004-03/2010 Charge/ Staff Nurse. Bay Medical

Center. Oversaw 15 bed CVICU . Advanced

level training in care of open heart, Critical post MI,

Aortic Balloon pump procedures, Chest Trauma, post

Cardiac Intervention. Extremely proficient in advanced

pharmacodynamics . .Proficiently recognizes and treats

hemodynamic instabilities as per. Physician orders.

Assisted staff in critical assessments of unstable

patients.

11/1997 to 02/2004 Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse South

Georgia Medical Center – Valdosta, Ga. Cardiac

Progressive Care

Oversaw all activities of Clinical Staff

Specialized in care of post cardiac intervention, sheath

pulling, post open heart pts, active and post MI.

04/1996 to 11/1996 Staff RN Pruitt United Hospice

Valdosta, GA

Care of the dying patient at home/nursing home. Pain Management . Family Liaison. Bereavement group Leader. Spiritual Team Leader

02/1993 to 04/1996 Clinical Manager/Staff Nurse. First American Home Health – Valdosta, GA . Promoted to Clinical Manager within 15 months Over saw all activities of clinical staff and CNA staff .In charge of staff meeting and employee reviews. Participated in home visits with Field RN. Trained Staff on all new equipment and techniques .Monitored and Reviewed daily chartingl Assisted Director in monthly billing to Medicare and Medicaid.Trained new staff on office procedure and chart reviews .

04/1992-12/1992 Health Masters Home Services Case Manager, Albany, Ga - Case Manager RN Specialized in the care of homebound patients .

09/1986-06/1990 Health District 8 Georgia Department of Health- Per Diem RN for multiple clinic sites in SW Georgia. Specialized in education in adult health to include Diabetes and HTN and seeing pts during clinic.

12/1984 to 02/1992 Charge Nurse/Staff RN. Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital – Albany, GA .Specialized care in Oncology,chemotherapy. ONC Certified. Acute care.

EDUCATION

2016-2018 Masters Science, Family Nurse Practitioner, Simmons University, Boston, MA. Degree not completed. Uncompleted courses include FNP II-IV, informatics, advanced practice OB/Peds, geriatrics,family practice nurse, advanced pharmacology II, advanced assessment II.

2000 Bachelor of Science : Exercise Physiology

Valdosta State University - Valdosta, GA The attainment of my bachelor degree, was merely a bet. I wanted to increase my skill level outside the nursing arena in hopes to expand my career options . Even though the EP certification was not obtained, I have not ever regretted doing it. The courses were rigorous including clinicals, a practicum and internship . Achieved a strong concept of exercise testing and prescription in relationship to clinical and non clinical pathways. Demonstrated hands on ability to calculate and write treatment plans for diseased population to include Cardiac Rehab clients, diabetics, post MI patients and general healthy clients. Demonstrated ability to perform fitness evaluations on all ages. Course work included Stress Management, Advanced Nutrition, Exercise Physiology, Cardiac Rehab, Cardiac Meds, Fitness Club Management, Exercise testing and Prescription (clinical and nonclinical), Kinesiology, Sports Medicine and Athletic Injuries, Exercise and Diseases, Public Health, Epidemiology .Performed ability to use guidelines established by the American College of Sports Medicine.

1984 Associate of Science : Nursing Darton State College - Albany, GA. Rigorous, in depth two

year program . Tradition student path and course work to include clinicals in all areas of Acute Care, Psychiatric inpatient and outpatients clinics . OB, Labor/Delivery, Pediatrics. Medical / surgical Nursing, Critical Care, Orthopedics, OR/Pacu, Critical Care and ER

SKILLS

Technologically proficient in Cerner, Meditech, Pisces and Horizons application .Certifications: ACLS, PALS, BLS,TNCC.

Volunteer

ObjectiveZero Ambassador

Hospice of the Foothills, Grass Valley, CA

Grass Valley Women’s Shelter

Personal Achievements

First Degree Black Belt - ATA

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