Sarah Muwanas

Registered Nurse (MSN, PHN) | CNL Candidate | Compassionate Patient Advocate | Dedicated to Safe, Evidence-Based Care

Orange, California, United States

About

Throughout the following clinical experience, I utilized Epic EHR for documentation review, patient education coordination, and continuity of care while maintaining HIPAA compliance. ● City of Hope – Orange County Outpatient Oncology Infusion Center Student Nurse Intern (Quality Improvement Project) | Aug 2025 –Dec 2025 • Designed and implemented a dual-format chemotherapy education intervention combining face-to-face and digital app-based teaching. • Developed and piloted patient-reported outcome (PRO) surveys assessing preparedness, confidence, and digital engagement. • Collaborated with nurse leaders and mentors to evaluate outcomes aligned with organizational QI priorities and patient satisfaction benchmarks. • Integrated evidence-based research to enhance teach-back methods and digital engagement. ● Providence St. Joseph Hospital – Orange, CA Student Nurse Intern, Medical-Surgical II | Aug 2024 – Dec 2024 • Assisted with pre- and post-operative care, including patient assessment and education. • Performed IV and Foley insertions/removals in 200+ surgical cases. • Collaborated in interdisciplinary rounding, applying CAUTI prevention and infection-control protocols. ● St. Jude Medical Center – Fullerton, CA Student Nurse Intern, Obstetrics | Jan 2025 – May 2025 • Supported RNs in L&D and Postpartum units using Epic EHR and fetal monitoring systems. • Provided postpartum and lactation education, newborn assessments, and comfort care. ● St. Anne Catholic School – Santa Ana, CA Student Nurse Intern, Pediatrics | Jan 2025 – May 2025 • Performed pediatric health assessments and created health education programs for K-8 students. • Designed brochures on hand hygiene and screen-time reduction for parents. ● Town & Country Senior Life Plan Community – Santa Ana, CA Student Nurse Intern, Mental Health | May 2025 – Aug 2025 • Delivered direct care for residents in independent, assisted living, and memory care units. • Conducted MSEs and psychosocial assessments, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. • Followed HIPAA policies. ● OC Health Care Agency – Santa Ana, CA Student Nurse Intern, Community Health | May 2025 – Aug 2025 • Authored an 80+ page SOP for a 50-bed Hard Site Alternate Care Site (Type 3). • Partnered with county teams to improve public-health disaster preparedness. ● Regina Residence – Orange, CA Student Nurse Intern, Fundamentals | Jan 2024 – May 2024 • Supported ADLs, mobility, and social engagement in a holistic care environment.

Experience

  • Environmental Specialist at Veolia
    May 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 3 mos

    • Ensured compliance with EPA hazardous-waste regulations and documentation standards. • Applied data analysis and mitigation planning transferable to clinical compliance and safety. • Collaborated cross-functionally to improve systems

  • Clinical Laboratory Assistant at Curative
    Aug 2020 - Nov 2022 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    • Perform both Manual and Automated RNA Extractions • Perform automated qPCR via Hamilton Starlet and Integra • Maintain records of reagents and verify laboratory staff maintains proper documentation of all reagents in the laboratory. • Train new staff on Automated and manual RNA Extractions • Perform clerical duties • Instrument set up and Tecan Resolvex validations to scale and maintain high through-put of COVID-19 tests. • Advanced experience in Tecan Resolvex. Kingfisher Flex, and Integra (Viafill and Viaflo) • Manning an organized laboratory and ordering supplies as needed

  • TEACHING ASSOCIATE (GENERAL CHEMISTRY LAB) at California State University, Fullerton
    Jan 2020 - May 2021 · 1 yr 5 mos

    • Provide support to teachers in developing curriculum and instructional course materials. • Lecture and grade assignments. • Provide positive learning and guidance techniques to students. • Communicate and interact with students regarding their academic progress. • Adhere to and comply with all the school rules and guidelines.

  • Laboratory Technician at Aerotek
    Jun 2019 - Jan 2020 · 8 mos

    • Apply processes such as distillation and extraction. • Monitor chemical processes and testing products. • Setting up lab equipment and preparing chemical solutions. • Conduct tests, interpret, and analyze data, compile results, and prepare reports.

  • Math tutor at California State University-San Bernardino
    Nov 2018 - Jun 2019 · 8 mos

    •Research or recommend textbooks and other learning materials to complement tutoring. • Participate in training sessions to improve tutoring practices or learn new tutoring techniques. • Organize tutoring environment to promote productivity and learning. • Monitor student performance and assist students. • Review class material with students by discussing text, working solutions to problems.