Sarah Fox
Pasadena
Summary
Registered Nurse and Clinical Supervisor with over 10 years of experience in high-acuity cardiovascular and telemetry settings, currently leading complex patient care on a busy Heart and Vascular Unit. Serving as a primary clinical resource for nursing staff, supporting real-time decision-making and managing emergency events while maintaining calm and operational efficiency in high-pressure situations. Recognized for strong communication skills and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care. Skilled in mentoring nurses, implementing process improvements, and aligning frontline clinical practice with organizational goals to support quality, safety, and operational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Supervisor, Heart & Vascular Unit
Anne Arundel Medical Center
Annapolis
04.2020 - Current
- Provide clinical leadership on a high-acuity cardiovascular unit managing complex medical and surgical patients requiring continuous monitoring and infusion therapies.
- Support and coordinate Code Blue and Rapid Response events, promoting rapid clinical response and team collaboration.
- Mentor and precept nursing staff, strengthening clinical competency and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and deliver detailed education related to treatments, recovery, and long-term disease management.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary communication and optimized workflow to enhance patient throughput and care coordination.
- Supported staff decision-making, patient safety initiatives, and streamlined unit workflow as a key clinical resource.
Registered Nurse, Heart & Vascular Unit
Anne Arundel Medical Center
Annapolis
04.2018 - 04.2020
- Provided care for patients undergoing vascular and cardiac procedures including carotid endarterectomy, vascular bypass, EVAR, and PCI.
- Managed IV access and cardiac infusions, monitoring for complications and responding to clinical changes to ensure patient safety.
- Educated patients on recovery, medication management, and long-term cardiovascular health, enhancing their understanding and compliance.
- Served as Charge RN and preceptor, mentoring staff and fostering safe patient care practices to support team development.
Registered Nurse, Cardiothoracic Telemetry Step-Down Unit
Peninsula Regional Medical Center
Salisbury
06.2015 - 04.2018
- Managed postoperative cardiothoracic patients recovering from CABG and TAVR in telemetry step-down unit, ensuring optimal recovery and monitoring.
- Titrated cardiac infusions and monitored telemetry rhythms to maintain patient stability and respond to critical changes.
- Performed chest tube and temporary pacemaker management to support patient recovery and prevent complications.
- Acted as Charge RN and preceptor for newly hired nursing staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD05.2015
Certifications and Professional Activities
- Active Maryland Registered Nurse License
- BLS and ACLS Certified
- Heart & Vascular Unit Mobility Champion – Safe Mobility Committee (2018–Present)
- Member of the Bedside Dispensing Process Improvement A3 Work Group (2020)
- Nominated for Nursing Excellence Award – Nurse Leader: Excellence and Quality Care (2020–2025)
- Assisted in development of the patient education booklet and videos for pre‑ and post‑operative cardiac surgery patients
Timeline
Clinical Supervisor, Heart & Vascular Unit
Anne Arundel Medical Center
04.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Heart & Vascular Unit
Anne Arundel Medical Center
04.2018 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse, Cardiothoracic Telemetry Step-Down Unit
Peninsula Regional Medical Center
06.2015 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salisbury University