Beth Alyne Sarazine
Cook
Summary
Dynamic Facility Manager at Carefree Living with a proven track record in patient care planning and medication management. Expert in healthcare collaboration and team coordination, ensuring optimal resident safety and well-being. Passionate about training staff and enhancing care protocols, delivering exceptional support to both residents and healthcare teams. History of medical/oncology experience of 3.5 years, Detox and Treatment experience of 1.5 years and Emergency Room experience of 9.5 years, this makes for a well rounded nurse
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facility Manager
Carefree Living
Cook
06.2019 - 07.2020
- Managed assisted living and memory care units. Collaborated with healthcare providers and insurance companies to develop safe and appropriate care plans. Performed head to toe assessments and also assessed needs for higher level of care if warranted. Oversaw Resident Aides and kept RA training up to date. Managed patient medications and any specialty needs, i.e., oxygen, wound care, assistive devices, etc.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Intermountain Healthcare
Ogden
05.2004 - 07.2015
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided patient care according to established standards and protocols.
- Facilitated seamless transfer of patients to other units or facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Supported physicians during trauma resuscitations in the Emergency Department.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with a wide range of acute conditions in a high-volume emergency department.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies and medications, ensuring availability for emergency situations.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Participated in educational activities such as seminars or classes related to emergency nursing practices.
- Conducted regular rounds throughout the department ensuring a safe environment for staff and patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Documented all patient interactions, assessments, and interventions in electronic health records with accuracy.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical situations.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Detox Nurse
Ogden Regional Medical Center
Ogden
05.2011 - 11.2011
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician to reduce withdrawal symptoms or cravings during detoxification period.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Facilitated communication between family members regarding their loved one's addiction treatment plan.
- Performed physical assessments on patients to determine level of intoxication or drug overdose.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Provided emotional support to help patients cope with anxiety and depression associated with detoxification.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care including assessments, treatments, medications administered, progress notes.
- Provided education about the dangers of substance abuse and ways to avoid it.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Counseled individuals on recognizing triggers that could lead to relapse in order to prevent future substance abuse.
- Developed discharge plans in coordination with multidisciplinary team members that included follow-up appointments and community resources available for continued care after leaving facility.
Medical Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare
Ogden
08.2000 - 05.2004
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Educated patients about health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and document observations.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided nursing care to patients in a hospital setting, such as wound dressing and catheter insertion.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Home Health Nurse
Homecare RN
Las Vegas
02.1999 - 05.2000
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Led patient care conferences with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Conducted risk assessments in home environments to ensure patient safety.
- Developed personalized care plans for patients based on individual needs.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
IHC
Ogden
07.1997 - 09.1998
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for pediatric patients.
- Monitored vital signs and symptoms, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Trained new home health nurses, sharing best practices and clinical expertise.
- Coordinated communication between family members regarding updates on the patient's health status.
- Conducted risk assessments in home environments to ensure patient safety.
- Coordinated with physicians and healthcare teams to update patient progress and adjust care plans.
- Counseled parents on topics such as nutrition, hygiene, and discipline methods related to caring for a child at home.
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Offered guidance on medication management, ensuring adherence to therapy plans.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature, of pediatric patients.
- Developed strategies to prevent complications or deterioration of a patient's condition.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Ogden, UT05-1997
Skills
- Patient Care Planning
- Medication management
- Resident assessments
- Healthcare collaboration
- Patient safety protocols
- Customer relationship management
- Employee training
- Emergency preparedness
- Team coordination
- Problem-solving abilities
- Safety protocols
- Risk assessment
- IV placement skills
- Emergency Care
- Trauma Care Experience
- Pediatric Care Experience
- Elderly Care Experience
- Hx-BLS, ACLS, TNCC
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Affiliations
- Golf
- Hockey
- Ski Racing
- Playing Drums
- Working on the car
- Snowmobiling
- Walking my dog
- Journaling
Accomplishments
- Excellence pin from hospital administration for patient advocacy that saved a patient's legs in 2003
Certification
- Registered Nurse license
- #1424009
- Issued 1/12/1999
- Expires 4/30/2027
Timeline
Facility Manager
Carefree Living
06.2019 - 07.2020
Detox Nurse
Ogden Regional Medical Center
05.2011 - 11.2011
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Intermountain Healthcare
05.2004 - 07.2015
Medical Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare
08.2000 - 05.2004
Home Health Nurse
Homecare RN
02.1999 - 05.2000
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
IHC
07.1997 - 09.1998
Associate of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
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