Sarah McBride
Lakewood
Summary
Developed strong leadership and patient care skills in fast-paced healthcare environment, with focus on team collaboration and efficient management. Demonstrates ability to handle high-pressure situations and make critical decisions effectively. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging solid foundation in clinical practices and patient-centered care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge RN
Denver Health Psychiatric Emergency Services
03.2023 - Current
- Coordinate with referral sources including outside clinics, police officers, paramedics, mental health crisis responders, correction facilities, and the Medical Emergency department staff to evaluate if patient is appropriate to be seen in PES and ensure they do not have any immediate medical needs that need to be addressed prior to psychiatric evaluation
- Advocate for appropriate treatment for challenging patients with inpatient psychiatric units both within and outside of Denver Health
- Maintained an organized clinical environment conducive to efficient workflow by regularly evaluating unit needs and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Assist both nurses and Behavioral Health techs with their duties during busy moment
- Improved continuity of care across shifts through concise shift reports detailing pertinent updates on patients' conditions and treatment plans.
- Provide supervision and yearly evaluations for 10 staff, both nurses and techs
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and identifying opportunities for process enhancement.
PES RN
Denver Health Psychiatric Emergency Services
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Provide care to patients of all ages in a psychiatric crisis
- Evaluate for immediate safety concerns and take quick action through de-escalation techniques and offering medications to keep both patients and other staff safe
- Recognize the need for and assist with physical/chemical restraints when necessary
- Complete psychiatric evaluation and consult with physicians to develop a treatment plan
- Complete basic physical and functional assessments
- Advocate for and arrange appropriate treatment for patients through outpatient referrals or finding inpatient placement
- Work with patient insurance to obtain authorization for treatment
- Provided patient education on managing health conditions and post-discharge care
Inpatient Nurse
All Health Network Bridge House Acute Treatment Unit
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Provide care to up to 16 patients in an inpatient psychiatric unit as both Charge RN and Medication RN
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate treatment and discharge planning
- Complete medication passes, administering PRN medications, administering injections both long acting and emergency medications, and completing lab draws
- Assist with ensuring patient medications are ordered and delivered
- Assessed patients both psychiatrically and medically daily
- Review packets for potential patients and work with other agencies to coordinate appropriate and cohesive transfers to our unit
- Complete intakes with new patients and assist with acclimating patients to the unit
- Recognize the need for and assist with de-escalations and assist with physical/chemical restraints when necessary
- Conduct Medication Education groups
- Assist with training new RN staff and QMAP staff
- Manage Stock Medications on the unit by conducting audit counts and ordering medications as needed
Outpatient Nurse
All Health Network Bridge House Acute Treatment Unit
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided care coordination and medication education to clients over the phone
- Assisted with coordinating care between agencies
- Provided coverage for specialty nurses (Medication Nurse, MAT Nurse, and ACT Nurse) by administering medication injections, preparing medication boxes, completing intakes, inducting patients on Suboxone, and following up with patients to support ongoing treatment engagement
Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Nurse
Denver Health Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinic
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided care in a methadone/suboxone clinic with a client base of over 600 individuals
- Dispensed medications to 250-400 clients per day, completed intakes, completed assessments for dose changes, provided education about medications, substance use, and health issues, completed EKGs, PPD placements and reads, and transcribed medication orders from multiple systems
- Assessed client health status, withdrawal symptoms, and behavioral health needs daily
- Collaborated with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, including doctors, counselors, and behavioral health techs
- Assisted with managing strict state guideline for MAT clinics
- Completed timely documentation in EPIC, SAMMS, and completed and submitted State required documentation
- Contributed to developing new policies and procedures to improve care for a rapidly growing client base
- Assisted with training new nursing staff
- Assisted with ordering and managing supplies and medications for the clinic
ACT Nurse Care Manager
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless/Stout Street Health Center
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Provided nursing care in consumers’ homes
- Collaborated with other members of the multi-disciplinary ACT housing team
- Performed psychiatric and medical assessment, treatment and education
- Coordinated and attended medical and psychiatric appointments with internal and external providers
- Assessed and monitored consumers’ ongoing psychiatric, medical, substance use and social needs
- Provided appropriate patient education
- Oversaw medication monitoring and medication administration
- Educated non-medical staff about client’s medical needs
- Assisted with training new nursing staff
- Ordered and managed medical supplies for nursing team
Nursing Student Coordinator and Preceptor
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless/Stout Street Health Center
09.2015 - 12.2017
- Coordinated schedule, orientation, and learning opportunities for students
- Coordinated with staff at multiple locations to ensure they are prepared for students
- Supervised students and completed rotation evaluations
Registered Nurse
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless/Stout Street Health Center
07.2015 - 12.2016
- Provided nursing care in community health clinic setting, including but not limited to wound care, IV fluid management, injections, foot care, and patient education
- Collaborated with other members of the multi-disciplinary health care team to provide patient centered care
- Performed treatments and laboratory procedures independently or as requested
- Triaged patients, in person and over the phone
- Acted as member of the Rapid Response team
- Assisted with training staff on how to coordinate HCBS services, durable medical equipment, and respite care needs for patients
Patient Navigator/Benefits Acquisition Case Manager
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless/Stout Street Health Center
11.2009 - 07.2015
- Guided clients through the healthcare system and advocated for their needs
- Provided face to face outreach to homeless individuals who required medical attention and were experiencing barriers to care
- Assisted clients in scheduling and preparing for appointments, provided transportation, and accompanied to appointments if appropriate
- Helped decrease client fear and anxiety by providing relevant health education and emotional support
- Outreach to patients in the community to ensure effective follow-up with abnormal findings or urgent medical care/treatment needs
- Assist clients with obtaining Assisted Living or Nursing Home care
- Built relationships with community providers to facilitate easier navigation for clients
- Managed data tracking, accounting and program reports
- Screen individuals for Social Security Disability benefits eligibility
- Assisted those who are eligible in completing and submitting the application
- Interfaced with medical and mental health providers and Social Security and Disability Determination Services staff to expedite approval of claim
- Provided training for case managers at CCH and other agencies on medical systems, basics of Medicaid and Medicare, Home and Community based services, and Social Security Disability benefits
Medical Outreach Coordinator
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless/Stout Street Health Center
10.2012 - 01.2014
- Scheduled and coordinated medical outreach days
- Worked with Denver Street Outreach Teams to identify individuals eligible and in need of medical care
- Assisted Medical Provider in the field, with getting patients lab results, and scheduling follow care/treatment
- Completed and input patient registration and track contacts, services, and outcomes
- Completed data entry, accounting, and project reports
Shelter Supervisor
Urban Peak
02.2007 - 08.2009
- Supervised 8 staff members including hiring, development/training, coaching, counseling, conducting performance evaluations
- Oversaw daily tasks in direct care, activities planning for youth and conflict resolution for employees and youth
- Scheduled 24-hour staff for the shelter and work on-call shifts
- Oversaw the daily functioning of the kitchen
- Conducted trainings for other departments
- Evaluate client needs and shelter services gaps, assisted youth with their daily needs, conducted crisis intervention, informal counseling, conduct intakes, provided youth with outside resources
Education
B.S.N. -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, COB.A. - Psychology, Minor in Social Work
Metropolitan State College of Denver
Denver, COSkills
- Clinical expertise and leadership
- Decision-making
- Compassionate and patient
- Rapport building
- Care coordination
- Ethical practice
- Training and development
- Process evaluation
Certification
- R.N., Colorado Board of Nursing
- BLS Certified, 09/30/25
- Certified Addictions Registered Nurse, Addictions Nursing Certification Board, 10/31/27
Timeline
Charge RN
Denver Health Psychiatric Emergency Services
03.2023 - Current
PES RN
Denver Health Psychiatric Emergency Services
07.2021 - 03.2023
Inpatient Nurse
All Health Network Bridge House Acute Treatment Unit
01.2020 - 01.2022
Outpatient Nurse
All Health Network Bridge House Acute Treatment Unit
06.2019 - 01.2020
Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Nurse
Denver Health Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinic
04.2018 - 06.2019
ACT Nurse Care Manager
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless/Stout Street Health Center
01.2017 - 04.2018
Nursing Student Coordinator and Preceptor
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless/Stout Street Health Center
09.2015 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless/Stout Street Health Center
07.2015 - 12.2016
Medical Outreach Coordinator
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless/Stout Street Health Center
10.2012 - 01.2014
Patient Navigator/Benefits Acquisition Case Manager
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless/Stout Street Health Center
11.2009 - 07.2015
Shelter Supervisor
Urban Peak
02.2007 - 08.2009
B.A. - Psychology, Minor in Social Work
Metropolitan State College of Denver
- R.N., Colorado Board of Nursing
- BLS Certified, 09/30/25
- Certified Addictions Registered Nurse, Addictions Nursing Certification Board, 10/31/27
B.S.N. -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
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