Sandra Vargas
Vermillion
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated nursing student graduating in December 2025 from the University of South Dakota, with clinical experience in diverse healthcare settings, and a background in leadership and developmental support. Skilled in patient care, staff training, and team collaboration. Seeking to contribute to Avera McKennan Hospital’s mission of delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Staff Development
Sesdac, Inc.
Vermillion
11.2010 - 04.2023
- Supported individuals with disabilities in daily living, health management, and community integration.
- Designed and facilitated onboarding for new staff, including training in person-centered care and behavioral support strategies.
- Served as a certified BLS instructor, ensuring staff proficiency in emergency response, and maintaining certification compliance.
- Reviewed and updated organizational policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with current best practices and regulatory standards.
- Conducted policy reviews with new staff, and audited existing protocols to ensure all were current and active.
- Maintained a close working relationship with the Director of Nursing to ensure staff practices complied with clinical standards and were conducted appropriately under the supervision of her license.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams and healthcare providers to develop and implement individualized support plans.
- Mentored staff, monitored performance to foster professional growth, and upheld high-care standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD12-2025
Skills
- Patient-Centered Care
- Medication administration
- EHR documentation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Leadership and Staff Training
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Time management
- Empathetic communication
- Self motivation
- Organizational skills
- Scheduling and coordinating
Certification
- Basic Life support (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Eligible to take NCLEX-RN upon graduation
Timeline
Assistant Director of Staff Development
Sesdac, Inc.
11.2010 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Dakota
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