Sandi Bowen
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with 2yrs of diverse experience in Medical-Surgical direct patient care. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Utilizes effective communication to collaborate with healthcare teams, enhancing safe patient outcomes through evaluations and timely interventions. Committed to delivering holistic care that addresses all aspects of patient well-being. Ready to use and develop skills in post-operative outpatient setting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Adventist Health Ukiah Valley
Ukiah, CA
07.2024 - Current
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Managed complex Med-Surg patients within a high acuity environment from pediatric to end of life care.
- Performed wound care, telemetry monitoring, TPN, and chest tube care.
- Successful student education preceptor.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Mendocino College
Ukiah, CA05-2024
Skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving in fast past environment
- Time management
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Admission intake and Discharge education
- Proficient in blood glucose testing and QC for medical instrument
- EHR (Electronic Health Record) Documentation Proficiency
- HIPAA knowledge and practice
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Compassionate and Nurturing
Certification
Registered Nurse, California- License #95385017
American Heart Association Basic Life Support
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support
American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support
National Institute of Health Stroke Scale
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Adventist Health Ukiah Valley
07.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Mendocino College