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post anesthesia recovery nurse manager resume example with 14 years of experience

Jessica Claire
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Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 25 years experience caring for over 386,400 patients in healthcare. I am seeking a position in an organization that will use my education and experience to increase the wellness of patients and decrease morbidity and mortality . Proficient in providing care to a diverse population of patients. Exceptionally skilled in assessing, planning, managing, implementing and evaluating.

Professional Development
Basic Life Support: Nursing , Expected in 2022
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Licensed Registered Nurse: Nursing Chicago IL, Expected in 2018
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Bachelors of Science & Nursing: Olivet Nazarene University-Bourbonnais, IL , Expected in 2017
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Associates in Applied Science: Georgia Military College - Augusta, Ga, Expected in 2012
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Work Experience
Post Anesthesia Recovery Nurse Manager, 02/2020 - Current
Merakey Orwigsburg, PA,
  • Assist OR personal in transfer, positioning and applying dressings. Aid anesthesia in extubation, monitoring airway and administering oxygen.
  • Transport patient with OR team to recovery bay. Apply Pulse OX, Bair hugger, EKG leads, SCDs to monitor patient for optimal outcomes. Applied Jaw thrust, nasal trumpet, oral airway, ambu bag, CPR and reversal drugs if needed by instructions of anesthesia.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
  • Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
  • Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications and promote recovery.
  • Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
  • Helped patients regain independence with clear recovery goals and guidance.
  • Completed direct patient care tests to determine current conditions, responses and needs.
  • Delivered discharge information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Led and motivated 12 employees through supervision, training and coaching on duties and daily operations.
  • Interview For quality PACU additions to department
  • Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and dismissals.
  • Participated in morning meetings with department heads to discuss census information, admissions and discharges for residents.
Surgical Trauma Nurse, 11/2017 - 01/2020
Christ Medical Hospital & Stroger County Hospital City, STATE,
  • Interviewed patient from day surgery or pre-op holding area and assessed patient through pre-op check list for readiness and safety. This includes labs, medication, any metal implants, jewelry, pace-makers, consent form signed by physician, anesthesia and patient. I also check the last time patient has eat or drank.
  • Transported, positioned and prepped patient for surgery.Assisted anesthesia with intubation, cricoid pressure, IV lines, medication administration, blood pressure cuff, O2 sensor and heart monitors.
  • Aided scrub technologist in room setup, sterile field setup, medication or confirming counts.
  • Maintained charting surgery before, during and post surgery. Answered calls for the physician and updated patients family.
  • Sent specimen and cultures, retrieved blood, antibiotics, implants and any other needs of surgery.
  • Documented billing charges for patients surgery. Set up room and cases for next day surgery.
  • Established a bed for the patient through PACU, ICU, cardiac unit, or medical surgery floor.
  • Gave clear and concise reports to floors that included IV lines, vent settings, estimated blood and urine, procedure, diagnosis, allergies, patient history, vital signs and drains.
  • I helped the surgical team in 1300 successful surgeries in 2018-2020. I am skilled in circulating and scrubbing many surgical cases. This includes general , vascular, orthopedics , ENT, GYN, urology, plastic neurology and trauma. As a trauma nurse I would see many gun shot wounds, motor vehicle accidents, and ectopic pregnancies.
Psychiatric Technician, 05/2012 - 01/2016
Augusta Regional Hospital City, STATE,
  • Worked with emotionally disturbed, mentally impaired, disabled patients and observed for any abnormal, violent, suicidal or physical disabilities and behaviors. Organized educational playing, team building games, coping techniques, stretching, music and alternative therapies.
  • Developed a nursing assessment for each client, include planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care
  • Assessed and identified high risk symptoms in patients, ( eg. suicidal risk, homicidal risk and risk for verbal and/or physical abuse).
  • Completed nutritional screening per patient and refers patient to a dietitian for a nutritional assessment.
  • Monitored, evaluated and revised care plans. Assessed the discharge planning needs of a patient.
  • Assisted with restraints and manual holds directed by physicians.
Surgical Technician/Supervisior, 01/2004 - 01/2010
U. S. Army Eisenhower Hospital City, STATE,
  • Provided excellent patient care while scrubbing in multiple surgical cases (general, spinal, laparoscopic, bariatric, knee, and open) and assisted the surgical team in pre and post surgery.
  • Prepared, maintained, and filled various report and orders (eg.pick up blood/cultures) and administrative responsibilities.
  • Monitored oxygen, IV fluids, and negative reactions to medication and blood transfusion.  
  • Developed, presented, and evaluated training.
  • Positioned, transported, applied dressings and verified Identification for patients.
  • Washed and sterilized surgical equipment; Organized case carts for an 8 suite surgical floor.
  • Educated patients on pre and post operation procedures. 
  • Worked over 40 hours a week for health care and needs of the army hospital.
Career Accomplishments

-Patient Care professional Certification -The Army Commendation Medal

- Created "Mortality Prevention" education manual -Global War on Terrorism Medal

-Organized "Psychiatric Work Promotion" training -Army Good Conduct Medal

Skills
  • Managed patients with tracheostomy, wound, foley catheters and ventilated care.
  • Excellent in EMR systems (eg, meditech, epic), phlebotomy, and HIPPA compliance
  • Proficient in medication administration IV, IM, sub-Q, blood draw, IV push
  • Implemented nasal gastric, g-tube, colostomy, nose, throat, urine cultures, and vaccines
  • Proficient in EKG, blood glucose test, cardiac monitoring, and sterilization management
  • Possess superb delegation, management and communication skills.
  • Excellent knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Companionate and culturally sensitive to clients

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Job Titles Held:

  • Post Anesthesia Recovery Nurse Manager
  • Surgical Trauma Nurse
  • Psychiatric Technician
  • Surgical Technician/Supervisior

Degrees

  • Basic Life Support
  • Licensed Registered Nurse
  • Bachelors of Science & Nursing
  • Associates in Applied Science

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