rn circulator resume example with 20+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Friendly Operating Room Registered Nurse with reputation for excellent bedside manner and organizational skills. Warm and genuine professional offering 37 years of experience with range of procedures from multiple specialties.
Skills
Laparasopic procedures familiarity
Medication and IV administration
Staff Development and Precepting
IV drug therapy management
Colostomy care familiarity
Body mechanics knowledge
First Aid/CPR
Supervision
Multitasking
Working collaboratively
Team building
Problem resolution
Basic math
IV Therapy
Phlebotomy
Diabetes management
Experience
RN Circulator, 12/1998 to Current Harrison County Hospital – Corydon, IN,
Providing excellent care for patients during the intraoperative phase of surgery and procedures including Plastics, Orthopedics. General Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, Gastroenterology and Pain management procedures. IV therapy and Phlebotomy experience. Moderate Sedation certified.
Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
Observed body language, movement and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, devise care plans, modify care solutions and support patient rights.
Discussed surgical patients with healthcare team to address and resolve concerns.
Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Administered surgical drains, nasogastric tubes, ileostomies, colostomy bags, peg tubes and tracheostomy tubes to facilitate patient care.
Educated patients and families on medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain management.
Assisted with nursing duties in short-staffed areas.
Verified prescribed medications and checked for contradictions and potential complications before administering to patients.
Administered treatments, therapies and medication according to prescribed methods and protocols.
Consulted medical sources to gain knowledge of emerging and updated procedures and select equipment for procedures or treatments.
Supervised processes and verified patient information to support patient care.
RN Asst Nurse Manager , 04/1991 to 04/1998 Dupage Medical Group – Bartlett, IL,
Managed performance of 20-person nursing staff, reviewing task completion, prioritization and report quality.
Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
Evaluated patient needs and preferences to build and update tailored treatment plans.
Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and dismissals.
Improved patient outcomes through peer groups and facilitating continuing education.
Provided case management, milieu management and emergency intervention.
Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies, and mass casualty incidences.
Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
Supported Nurse Manager with employee development and care quality management.
Oversaw nursing operations for Medical Ambulatory Care unit, delivering leadership, assistance and management for staff of 20.
Collaborated with physicians and other staff to maintain continuum of care.
Created action plans for staff development and performance improvement.
Kept close eye on department operations to maintain coverage of needs.
Administered disciplinary action for employee performance deficiencies, infractions and conduct issues after consulting with employees and HR staff.
Assessed effectiveness of patient interventions to maintain quality care.
Recruited, hired and evaluated staff to take corrective action and meet departmental goals.
Incorporated evidence-based nursing into practice environment.
Monitored and documented patient care to oversee employee and patient safety, hygiene and protection.
Completed daily rounds of nursing department while upholding acceptable nursing standards.
Charted and recorded confidential client file information, securing it under HIPAA laws.
Evaluated and resolved potential patient safety issues with consideration to age and disability.
Developed and arranged continuing education opportunities for staff to increase knowledge and skills.
Cared for patients directly with various nursing tasks such as administering medication.
Coordinated with nurse manager to develop programs targeting nurse education, overall departmental competencies, individual performance, patient safety and service-related issues.
Planned Zero-based departmental budget by managing staffing and scheduling to remain within budget constraints.
RN Staff Nurse, 06/1981 to 04/1991 Erlanger Medical Center – City, STATE,
Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tube management.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement, and adapt individualized care plans.
Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management, and medication self-management.
Assessed patients, documented observations and reviewed patient charts to determine care needs.
Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac, and neurological critical care units.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Administered care to patients suffering from catastrophic traumatic injuries.
Implemented treatment plans, monitored vitals and administered medications for patients in ICU.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Delegated and supervised work of other nursing team members and support staff.
Evaluated intensive care patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Worked toward team goals of medical unit and accounted for department and system-specific metrics.
Educated patients on treatment plans, medications and aftercare procedures.
Liaised between patients, families and care staff in care delivery.
Located additional community resources for patients to assist with recovery.
Education and Training
Diploma: Nursing, Expected in 06/1981 to Baroness Erlanger School of Nursing - Chattanooga , TN GPA:
: , Expected in to Chattanooga State Community College - Chattanooga, TN GPA:
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