Sara Graham
Idaho Falls
Summary
Nurse with extensive experience in hospital and outpatient environments. Proficient in major EMR systems including Epic, Cerner, and Meditech. Recognized for delivering precise patient assessments and collaborating with healthcare teams to uphold high care standards. Demonstrates adaptability and strong work ethic in fast-paced settings, excelling in patient assessment, emergency response, and medical documentation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center
Idaho Falls
12.2024 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care based on severity.
- Utilized advanced medical equipment for diagnostics and treatment interventions.
- Managed triage processes to ensure timely care for incoming patients.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
REGISTERED NURSE – Contract/ Emergency Room
Mountain View Hospital
Idaho Falls
10.2023 - Current
- Delivered care to diverse patient populations in resource-limited ER environment.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives, elevating patient care standards.
REGISTERED NURSE – Staff/ House Supervisor/ Float Pool
Idaho Falls Community Hospital
Idaho Falls
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed staffing and resource allocation across multiple hospital units to optimize patient care.
- Provided guidance and support as resource nurse for nursing staff in ICU, ER, IMC, and cardiac departments.
REGISTERED NURSE – Travel Nurse/ PACU
Ascension Via Christi St Francis
Witchita
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Facilitated immediate recovery of post-operative patients at a level 1 trauma center.
- Provided care for trauma, cardiac, and pediatric patients during recovery process.
REGISTERED NURSE – Travel Nurse/ PCU/ Float Pool
Portneuf Medical Center
Pocatello
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Served as resource nurse, offering guidance and support to nursing staff in ICU, ER, IMC, and Ortho departments.
Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration by sharing best practices with nursing teams.
Trained nursing personnel on protocols and procedures to enhance patient care standards.
Assisted in resolving complex clinical issues through expert consultation and support.
REGISTERED NURSE – Travel Nurse /Corrections
Pocatello Women’s Correctional Facility
Pocatello
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Delivered ongoing medical care to over 500 patients in correctional facility.
- Monitored and managed care for pregnant and post-partum patients.
- Established a safe environment for suicidal and detoxing patients.
REGISTERED NURSE – Travel Nurse /Float Pool
Buffalo General Medical Center
Buffalo
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Provided patient care across multiple floors in 500-bed teaching hospital.
- Managed diverse patient needs effectively in fast-paced environment.
REGISTERED NURSE – Travel Nurse /ER/ PACU/ICU/Float Pool
Guam Regional Medical City
Dededo
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Delivered compassionate care to COVID-19 and chronic illness patients.
- Utilized limited island resources to ensure safe treatments across all units.
REGISTERED NURSE – Outpatient/ Clinical/ Surgical
High Valley Dermatology
Idaho Falls
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Supported physician throughout all phases of office surgical procedures.
- Administered and monitored skin graft bandages, removed sutures, and delivered advanced wound care.
- Educated patients on skin cancer screening and prevention methods.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE – Clinical/ Case management
Behavioral Health Crisis Center
Idaho Falls
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Monitored and assisted patients during drug and alcohol detoxification processes.
- Provided community resources to support patients in overcoming addiction.
- Deescalated mental health crises among patients to ensure safety and well-being.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to foster open communication and encourage participation.
Education
ADRN -
College of Eastern Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID01.2021
LPN -
Eastern Idaho Technical College
Idaho Falls, ID01.2018
Skills
- Triage management
- Quality improvement
- Care coordination
- Cross-department collaboration
- Patient management and assessment
- Treatment planning and education
- Electronic health records
- Effective communication
- Resource allocation
- Problem solving
- Time management
Certification
- RN, Idaho, Compact license #57510, 08/31/27
- SANE - RN, Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Certified
- ACLS, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 07/31/27
- PALS, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, 10/31/25
- BLS, Basic Life Support, 08/31/27
- TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course 04/30/29
References
- CHRISTINA SCHUIJT, Nurse Manager, Mountain View Hospital, 208-912-7115, chschuijt@mvhospital.net
- ALYSSA SUGGS, Charge Nurse, Portneuf Medical Center, 208-717-3452, alyssajsuggs@gmail.com
- TAYLOR CLOUSE, Charge Nurse, Buffalo General Medical Center, 612-222-6606, taylorpikkarainen@gmail.com
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE – Contract/ Emergency Room
Mountain View Hospital
10.2023 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE – Travel Nurse/ PACU
Ascension Via Christi St Francis
06.2023 - 07.2023
REGISTERED NURSE – Staff/ House Supervisor/ Float Pool
Idaho Falls Community Hospital
04.2023 - 01.2024
REGISTERED NURSE – Travel Nurse/ PCU/ Float Pool
Portneuf Medical Center
08.2022 - 02.2023
REGISTERED NURSE – Travel Nurse /Corrections
Pocatello Women’s Correctional Facility
05.2022 - 08.2022
REGISTERED NURSE – Travel Nurse /Float Pool
Buffalo General Medical Center
02.2022 - 04.2022
REGISTERED NURSE – Travel Nurse /ER/ PACU/ICU/Float Pool
Guam Regional Medical City
09.2021 - 02.2022
REGISTERED NURSE – Outpatient/ Clinical/ Surgical
High Valley Dermatology
09.2019 - 09.2021
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE – Clinical/ Case management
Behavioral Health Crisis Center
08.2018 - 08.2019
ADRN -
College of Eastern Idaho
LPN -
Eastern Idaho Technical College
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