Sarah Corder
Greeneville
Summary
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in Medical-Surgical nursing. Recognized for delivering high-quality patient care and excelling in team-based settings. Adaptable and reliable, known for strong clinical skills and ability to navigate changing patient needs with efficiency.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Ballad Health
03.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, assessing patient conditions and promptly reporting changes to healthcare teams.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Assisted in the coordination of patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, promoting best practices in patient care and enhancing team performance.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
Restaurant Server
Applebee's Grill + Bar
04.2017 - 03.2021
- Delivered exceptional customer service and ensured guest satisfaction through attentive and prompt service.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely food preparation and delivery during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Assisted in training new servers on restaurant policies, menu items, and service standards.
- Resolved guest complaints effectively, ensuring a positive dining experience for all patrons.
- Handled cash transactions accurately and managed point-of-sale system efficiently during shifts.
Cashier
Ingles Markets Inc
2016 - 2017
- Processed transactions accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring positive shopping experiences.
- Maintained clean and organized checkout areas, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Assisted in training new cashiers on policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
- Handled cash management tasks, including balancing drawers at shift end.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints effectively, boosting satisfaction levels.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout processes during peak hours.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN08-2023
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Greeneville, TN08-2021
GED -
Walters State Community College
Greeneville, TN01-2020
Skills
- IV therapy administration
- Surgical patient care
- Patient-centered care
- Clinical decision-making
- Medication administration
- Problem-solving skills
- Ethical decision-making in healthcare
- Patient and family advocacy
- Documentation
- Task assignment and encouragement
- Informed decision-making
- Certified in CPR and AED
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Basic first aid proficiency
Accomplishments
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded patient expectations. In result was nominated for 4 Daisy Awards on separate occasions.
- Certified in Basic Life support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and First Aid.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- First Aid
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Ballad Health
03.2021 - Current
Restaurant Server
Applebee's Grill + Bar
04.2017 - 03.2021
Cashier
Ingles Markets Inc
2016 - 2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
GED -
Walters State Community College