Sarah Hughes
Victoria,BC
Summary
Adaptable medical professional demonstrating expertise and knowledge through 18 years in healthcare roles. Committed to leading highly effective teams to delivering exceptional patient care. Eager to fulfill challenging new role in Surgical Services Access Coordinator capacity to apply team collaboration and time management.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Aesthetic Registered Nurse
Beam Beauty and Wellness Centre
04.2024 - Current
- Built strong patient relationships through empathetic communication, active listening, and addressing individual needs.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans for patients with various skin concerns.
- Reduced risk of complications by conducting thorough pre-treatment assessments and obtaining informed consent from patients.
- Maximized efficiency in the clinic by managing inventory levels of skincare products, equipment, and consumable supplies.
- Expanded clinic offerings by researching new aesthetic procedures and presenting findings to management for consideration in expanding services.
- Assisted in training new staff on aesthetic procedures, ensuring consistent quality of care across the team.
- Facilitated positive patient outcomes with meticulous documentation of medical histories, treatment progress, and post-procedure care instructions.
- Enhanced clinic reputation for quality care by performing various aesthetic procedures, including chemical peels, laser treatments, and injectables.
Aesthetic Registered Nurse
Deco De Mode MediSpa
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans for patients with various skin concerns.
- Maximized efficiency in the clinic by managing inventory levels of skincare products, equipment, and consumable supplies.
- Implemented patient education initiatives, such as informational brochures or workshops, to foster a comprehensive understanding of available treatment options.
- Ensured safe and effective treatment administration by adhering to strict clinical protocols and maintaining up-to-date knowledge on industry advancements.
- Assisted in training new staff on aesthetic procedures, ensuring consistent quality of care across the team.
Registered Nurse
Dr. Tatiana Hamilton
03.2018 - 06.2022
- Facilitated positive patient outcomes with meticulous documentation of medical histories, treatment progress, and post-procedure care instructions.
- Enhanced clinic reputation for quality care by performing various aesthetic procedures, including chemical peels, laser treatments, and injectables.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans for patients with various skin concerns.
- Reduced risk of complications by conducting thorough pre-treatment assessments and obtaining informed consent from patients.
- Maximized efficiency in the clinic by managing inventory levels of skincare products, equipment, and consumable supplies.
- Expanded clinic offerings by researching new aesthetic procedures and presenting findings to management for consideration in expanding services.
- Supported overall clinic success by collaborating closely with physicians to optimize patient care strategies.
- Assisted in training new staff on aesthetic procedures, ensuring consistent quality of care across the team.
- Promoted a comfortable environment for patients during appointments by displaying professionalism, compassion, and understanding of their needs and concerns.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of treatments and procedures.
- Assisted with bedside procedures such as punch biopsies and elliptical excisions by ensuring proper equipment set-up and maintaining aseptic technique.
Registered Nurse
PerCuro Clinical Research Ltd
05.2013 - 06.2018
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines through rigorous maintenance of essential documents and timely submissions to regulatory authorities.
- Enhanced overall patient experience during study participation by addressing concerns promptly and providing ongoing support throughout the trial process.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously monitoring clinical trial participants and promptly reporting adverse events.
- Coordinated regular investigator meetings, providing valuable updates on study progress and addressing any concerns or queries from participating sites.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and contributing to a positive team environment.
- Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
- Ensured strict adherence to protocols for medication administration and documentation, reducing errors and enhancing overall quality of patient care.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
- Administered IV fluids, and medications through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support patients with autoimmune diseases.
- Advanced knowledge base through regular attendance at continuing education seminars related to infusion nursing practice standards and emerging treatment options.
- Streamlined infusion procedures by maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment area.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and their caregivers by providing empathetic support, education on self-care strategies, and addressing concerns throughout the course of treatment.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Island Health
11.2011 - 05.2012
- Planned, executed, directed and evaluated nursing care given to surgical patient through perioperative experience to promote highest quality and patient safety.
- Supported surgical teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining composed demeanor, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information by maintaining health records in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maximized resource utilization by appropriately managing inventory levels of medical supplies in the perioperative area.
- Streamlined pre-and post-operative processes through effective collaboration with anesthesia providers for timely administration of anesthesia services during surgeries.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to new technologies and equipment within the operating room, enhancing efficiency and accuracy during surgeries.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and streamline the surgical process.
- Facilitated successful surgeries by setting up equipment properly, positioning patients correctly, and performing necessary counts of instruments and supplies before each procedure.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by anticipating surgeon''s needs during procedures and promptly providing required instruments or supplies.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Capital Health
05.2006 - 01.2011
- Planned, executed, directed and evaluated nursing care given to surgical patient through perioperative experience to promote highest quality and patient safety.
- Supported surgical teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining composed demeanor, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information by maintaining electronic health records in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maximized resource utilization by appropriately managing inventory levels of medical supplies in the perioperative area.
- Streamlined pre-and post-operative processes through effective collaboration with anesthesia providers for timely administration of anesthesia services during surgeries.
- Contributed to a positive work environment within the perioperative department through active participation in staff meetings.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to new technologies and equipment within the operating room, enhancing efficiency and accuracy during surgeries.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and streamline the surgical process.
- Facilitated successful surgeries by setting up equipment properly, positioning patients correctly, and performing necessary counts of instruments and supplies before each procedure.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by anticipating surgeon''s needs during procedures and promptly providing required instruments or supplies.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough preoperative assessments and effectively communicating with the surgical team.
- Mentored new nurses on best practices, clinical skills development, and hospital policies, enhancing overall team performance levels.
- Managed staff scheduling efficiently to ensure adequate nurse coverage during shifts without compromising quality of care provided.
- Contributed to a positive working environment by promoting open communication, teamwork, and professional growth among nursing staff members.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alberta
Edmonton, None06-2006
Skills
- Collaborative team player
- Continuing education commitment
- Advanced injection techniques
- Strong communication
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Time management
Timeline
Aesthetic Registered Nurse
Beam Beauty and Wellness Centre
04.2024 - Current
Aesthetic Registered Nurse
Deco De Mode MediSpa
07.2022 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
Dr. Tatiana Hamilton
03.2018 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
PerCuro Clinical Research Ltd
05.2013 - 06.2018
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Island Health
11.2011 - 05.2012
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Capital Health
05.2006 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alberta
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