Sadie Mendenhall
Lexington
Summary
Disciplined and personable Registered Nurse with CNOR certification and 5 years of experience. Highly educated in asepsis standards and procedures. Known for excellent bedside manner and efficient communication with colleagues. Praised for approaching patient care with a holistic, patient-centered approach, taking every aspect of the patient into consideration when determining plan.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Lexington Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
- Coordinated patient care during surgical procedures to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Monitored vital signs and responded swiftly to changes in patient conditions.
- Assisted with the preparation and maintenance of sterile environments for operations.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to enhance workflow and communication effectiveness.
REGISTERED NURSE NNICU
MUSC
02.2022 - 07.2022
- As a registered nurse on both the neurology unit and in the NNICU, my job was to provide patient and family centered care. Patient advocacy was of the utmost importance caring for populations that are not always able to speak for and advocate for themselves. I combined my clinical knowledge with a wholistic approach to gain a better picture of a patient's condition.
REGISTERED NURSE NEUROLOGY/NEUROSURGERY UNIT
MUSC
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and communicating effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans, contributing to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, enhancing understanding of conditions and treatments.
PCT
MUSC
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety during treatments.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Walden University
08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical University of South Carolina
12-2020
B.S. - Biological Sciences
Clemson University
01-2014
Skills
- Strong work ethic with an attention to detail
- Health promotion
- Acute care management
- Quality improvement
- Patient care planning
- Family education
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE AND LEADERSHIP
SIC Card MUSC Quality Improvement Project - 2020
- I was a part of a quality improvement project in nursing school whose aim was to standardize lab values within the college of nursing to minimize confusion and streamline studying efforts of students. The end product was a card to go on students badge clips with common lab values and their accepted ranges.
Unit Based Practice Committee
- For the last two years I have served as the president of my department's unit based committee whose aim is to elevate patient care standards, improve workplace culture and implement evidence-based practices.
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Lexington Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE NNICU
MUSC
02.2022 - 07.2022
REGISTERED NURSE NEUROLOGY/NEUROSURGERY UNIT
MUSC
01.2021 - 02.2022
PCT
MUSC
09.2020 - 12.2020
B.S. - Biological Sciences
Clemson University
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical University of South Carolina