Sara Hodge

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Henderson, TN *****

731-***-**** adpxau@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: AANP Certified Nurse Practitioner, licensed Registered Nurse with a Master’s Degree in Nursing specializing in Family medicine; more than 10 years of experience in the nursing field. I have over 700 hours of hands on nurse practitioner clinical training; 160 hours in women’s health, 120 hours in pediatrics, and 500 hours in adult health. I have a comprehensive knowledge of patient care, diagnosis, treatment of chronic, acute and long-term health issues. I am confident that my experience, knowledge, decision-making and leadership skills are important strengths that will contribute to my success as a healthcare provider.

Professional Strengths:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent time management skills

Provides quality care to patients and maintains patient safety

Certifications: AANP, DEA license, American Heart Association ACLS, BLS

Professional Experience:

Seaton Family Practice August 2021-current

Nurse Practitioner

Responsible for management of acute and chronic disease processes in the clinic setting

Assess, diagnose, and develop an appropriate treatment plan

Order and interpret lab results

Physicians Surgery Center August 2018- April 2019

PACU

Recover patients that have undergone surgery, or a procedure requiring sedation

Manage post-operative pain and surgical sites

Perform post-operative detailed observation utilizing cardiac/respiratory monitors

Regional Hospital of Jackson May 2017- August 2018

PACU

Recover patients that have undergone surgery, or a procedure requiring sedation

Manage post-operative pain and surgical sites

Perform post-operative detailed observation utilizing cardiac/respiratory monitors

Regional One Health March 2015-May 2017

Orthopedic Trauma Research Coordinator

Oversight of prospective/retroactive trauma studies working independently, and in conjunction with the Department of Defense.

Data collection, study enrollment, informed consent

Collaborates with trauma surgeons to follow IRB guidelines

CPNB Consulting November 2013- May 2018

Nursing Program Coordinator

Assist with the implementation of peripheral nerve block programs in hospitals, and surgery centers

Provide education to nursing staff regarding proper patient care of patients with a nerve block

Assist anesthesiologist with ultrasound-guided nerve block insertion

Educate patients on the signs and symptoms of toxicity, and the importance of reporting these

Regional Hospital of Jackson October 2010-February 2015

Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse on orthopedic/med-surg unit

Responsible for care of medical and orthopedic patients

Administration of prescribed medication and treatments

Collaborates with physicians to maintain patient care

West TN OBGYN October 2009- October 2010

Licensed Practical Nurse

Worked in a clinic setting to assist physicians with patient care.

Assisted surgeons in hospital setting with cesarean section delivery, and other gynecological surgeries.

Responsible for assessments of patients during follow up care.

Education:

University of Memphis, Master’s of Science in Nursing, December 2020

University of Memphis, Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing, December 2018

Jackson State Community College, Associates Degree of Science in Nursing, May 2012

Tennessee Technology Center of Humboldt TN, Practical Nursing, August 2009

Chester County High School, May 2004

Organizations:

Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing 2018-current

Publications:

Weinlein JC, Mashru RP, Perez EA, Johnson SE. Lateral Compression-1 Pelvic Ring Injury: Not Benign to the Developing Fetus. Journal of Orthopedic Trauma February 1, 2018 32(2):100-103

References:

Belinda Fleming, Ph.D. 901-***-**** Professor/Director University of Memphis

Chasity Criswell, RN 731-***-**** Team Builder, West-TN Healthcare

Jerry Jones MD 731-***-**** Anesthesiologist, Regional One Health

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