Sara Gullo
Wilmington
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse with a strong background in critical and acute care of pediatric and adult patient populations. Adept at developing individualized care plans and fostering collaboration within healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Vascular Access Team
Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Wilmington
04.2025 - Current
- Administered IVs, PICC lines, and other vascular access devices in accordance with established protocols.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of procedures and patient responses in electronic records to support continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on catheter care and maintenance, empowering them to manage their health effectively.
Travel Registered Nurse- Stroke Unit
Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Wilmington
04.2023 - 04.2025
- Educated patients and families on neurological conditions and treatment options, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Implemented protocols for timely stroke assessment and intervention in emergency settings.
- Informed treating team of subtle changes in cerebral hemodynamics, facilitating timely intervention and improving patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse- PICU
Grand Strand Medical Center HCA
Myrtle Beach
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs in high-acuity PICU environment.
- Provided direct care to pediatric patients with complex medical needs.
- Facilitated comfort for patients and families during challenging situations, supporting emotional well-being and enhancing recovery.
Travel Registered Nurse- PCU
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center
Atlantic City
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Administered medications according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care coordination.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records to support timely care decisions.
Travel Registered Nurse- CVICU/Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Childrens Hospital Los Angeles
Los Angeles
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Monitored patient vital signs to detect early complications in high-acuity cardiac settings.
- Assisted in advanced cardiac life support during emergencies to stabilize critical patients.
- Utilized evidence based guidelines for best practice management of cardiac arrhythmias.
Travel Registered Nurse- CVICU/Stepdown
Nemours Children's Hospital
Wilmington
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Utilized advanced monitoring equipment to track patient progress and stability.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress and plan of care modifications.
- Performed assessments and implemented nursing interventions for acute and chronic conditions.
Travel Registered Nurse- COVID ICU/Stepdown
Inspira Medical Center
Mullica Hill
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Coordinated multiple tasks while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians and nurses to ensure timely patient care.
- Ensured compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices for personal and team performance.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and upholding their rights, values, and beliefs in care decisions.
Registered Nurse- CVICU/Stepdown
Nemours Children's Hospital
Wilmington
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Led performance improvement initiatives within the department to enhance patient care processes.
- Facilitated admission, transfer, and discharge processes for patients, ensuring smooth transitions and continuity of care.
- Monitored cardiac activity, ventilators, alarms, and oxygen delivery devices to ensure optimal patient safety and response.
Travel Registered Nurse- Transplant Unit
Yale New Haven Health System
New Haven
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Educated patients and families on transplant processes and post-operative care, improving understanding and compliance.
- Monitored patient progress throughout transplant process, facilitating timely interventions and optimal recovery.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to ensure safety.
Registered Nurse- Cardiac Stepdown
Christiana Care Health System
Newark
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Performed nursing care to acutely ill adult patients with cardiac diagnoses such as myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy and arrhythmias.
- Facilitated continuity of care by effectively communicating crucial information between shifts and departments.
- Educated patients on conditions and disease processes, providing comprehensive post-discharge care instructions to enhance recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Widener University
Chester, Pennsylvania, PA05-2018
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Care coordination
- Patient advocacy
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Time management
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Vascular Access Team
Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center
04.2025 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse- Stroke Unit
Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center
04.2023 - 04.2025
Registered Nurse- PICU
Grand Strand Medical Center HCA
01.2023 - 03.2023
Travel Registered Nurse- PCU
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center
09.2022 - 12.2022
Travel Registered Nurse- CVICU/Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Childrens Hospital Los Angeles
06.2022 - 09.2022
Travel Registered Nurse- CVICU/Stepdown
Nemours Children's Hospital
09.2021 - 05.2022
Travel Registered Nurse- COVID ICU/Stepdown
Inspira Medical Center
02.2021 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse- CVICU/Stepdown
Nemours Children's Hospital
02.2020 - 02.2021
Travel Registered Nurse- Transplant Unit
Yale New Haven Health System
07.2019 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse- Cardiac Stepdown
Christiana Care Health System
05.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Widener University