Sara Heine
Crystal Lake
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in nursing skills , patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sherman Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Managed pain levels post surgery.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
Nursing Assistant
Sherman Hospital
04.2017 - 03.2022
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, ILSkills
- Patient assessment
- Patient communication
- Patient education
- Pain management
- Wound care
- Drain care
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Teamwork collaboration
Licenses & Certifications
Board certified registered nurse (RN) | State of Illinois
- License #: 041543106
- Expiration: 05/31/2026
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification | American Heart Association
- Expiration: 09/30/2027
Additional Information
**References Upon Request **
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sherman Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Sherman Hospital
04.2017 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Illinois University