Sarah Ross

Dedicated nursing student pursuing a Master’s degree and Adult-Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) certification at Walden University, actively seeking a practicum site to enhance clinical experience and education. Proven expertise in patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication, with a strong ability to utilize medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Committed to delivering compassionate care while adhering to healthcare protocols, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and well-being. Eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

• Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
• Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions, and charting abnormalities.
• Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
• Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets, and physician instructions to patients.
• Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
• Supervision - Headed the onboarding process for new nursing staff.
• Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
• Prerequisites for WOCN

• Vice President of the Student Nurses Association (LMU Chapter) – 2005-2007
• Member of the Tennessee Nurse’s Association - 2007- 2010
• Member of the Student Government Association – 2006
• CPC Vice President and representative for Med/Surg Unit at IU Health West Hospital- 2011-2013
• IU Health Certified to train students during their Bachelorette Degree schooling
• IU Health wound “champion” for my unit. Participating in wound care audits and education to my peers.
• Hendricks Regional Health wound care representative and educator for ICU staff nurses and techs.
• ANA (Current)
• AANP (Current)
• AGS (Current)

• Registered Nurse
• State of Tennessee (multistate)
• Expiration Date – 08/31/2011
• License Number – RN0000159948
• State of Indiana (multistate)
• Expiration Date – 10/31/2023
• License Number – 28189398A
• State of Arizona
• Expiration Date – 04/01/2028

ASN

• NURS-125 00 Physiological
• NURS-126 00 Psychosocial
• NURS-115 00 Foundations of Nursing
• NURS-246 00 Prom Adapt Childbearing Fam
• NURS-241 00 Prom Adapt Adults I
• NURS-290 00 Nursing Seminar
• NURS-245 00 Prom Adapt Children
• NURS-242 00 Adults II

BSN

• NURS-300 00 OL: Transitions to Prof Nurs
• NURS-440 00 Prom Adapt Groups, Comm, Soc
• NURS-390 00 Promotion Adaptation Elderly
• NURS-430 00 Nursing Research
• NURS-4302 00 Sr. Writing Req
• NURS-315 00 OL: Pharmacology to Prom Adapt
• NURS-350 00 Pathophys In effect Human Resp
• NURS-330 00 Health Assessment

MSN

• Advanced Pathophysiology
• Essentials of Evidence based practice
• Grad study for adv practice
• Policy and advocacy for pop health
• Transforming nursing and HC
• Advanced pharmacology

• ACLS certified
• CPR certified
• Cardiac Dysrhythmia Interpretation
• Cardiac meds and drip management with continuing education
• Trained to precept within Mountain States Health Alliance (first position)
• Certified and trained in utilizing aquaphoresis technology, along with educating new nurses in the process and importance of aquaphoresis in the CHF patient.
• Certified through IU Health to precept and train new graduates and students at a BSN level
• Certified wound care nurse, with current WTA certification. Practiced within IU Health, Franciscan Health Alliance, and Hendricks Regional Health
• Wound care, unit representative and educator for Hendricks Regional Health, ICU

• Vice President of Student Nurses Association (LMU Chapter)
• Member of Student Government Association