Medical Writer
Edward Sammons
Duke Healthcare
Raleigh,NC
1
Certification
47
Years of experience
I seek employment to supplement my retirement income and continue contributing to the medical profession as a medical writer. I have written 143 master's- and doctoral-level scholarly papers, created 33 PowerPoint presentations with audio narration, and produced numerous statistically based Minitab and Excel reports.
Work History
Ambulatory Care Staff RN III
3 Years 3 Months- As a same-day surgical center staff member, RN III's duties include pre-operative screening and assessment, pre-operative peripheral IV start and lab draw, all routes of medication administration, and charting using the EPIC medical record software.
- Led quality improvement project to ensure timely start of first surgical case.
- Provided expert consultation to team on enhancing operational processes.
- Gather data and construct process maps for all aspects of the peri-op Process
- Developed and implemented staff mail folders to improve communication efficiency.
- Expanded storage capacity in supply room to optimize space utilization.
- Implemented a designated bin for holding dirty linens to streamline cleaning processes.
- Designed and set up an equipment tracking board to monitor surgical tools and inventory.
- Contributed to the development and maintenance of a SharePoint site for perioperative services.
- Enhanced accessibility of perioperative services policies for staff and stakeholders.
- Created a PowerPoint slide presentation explaining the preparation of inpatients for surgical procedures.
- Submitted a redesign of the “Huddle Board” in the Perioperative area to improve efficiency and utilization of space.
- Contributed as a member of the staff scheduling group for three separate units Pertaining to Outpatient Surgical Procedures
- Ambulatory Care Unit, Duke Regional Hospital
- Part Time 24-30h/week.
Certified Registered Flight Nurse
25 Years 4 Months- Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN) and critical care ground transport RN with advanced training in airway intubation, surgical airway placement, chest tube placement, and femoral central vein access.
- QA Committee Chairman 1995 – 12/31/2018
- Collected and analyzed department operations data
- MS Excel and Minitab statistical software proficient
- Created the CAMTS certification report every four years,
- Gathered data and provided statistical analysis for the annual reports
- Chaired the committee for adopting [TAMMA – The Air Methods Medical Application] and implemented the database and reporting software
- Designed and administered several Microsoft Access databases for departmental record-keeping
- Co-authored departmental annual reports (2000 to 2018) creating visual representations with Microsoft Excel and Minitab.
- Provided insights as Ex Officio member of Leadership Committee to support shared governance.
- Member of the departmental Executive Council, responsible for reporting on QA, CQI, and UR data to the entire UNC Emergency Services division.
- Principal Investigator for a departmental research project on Fatigue
- Author of numerous departmental operations forms, including the mission report form utilized until computerized charting was adopted.
- Past Adult Team staff scheduler of the department for three years
- Clinical Nurse Educator for the department from 2003 to 2004
Staff RN, Emergency Department
3 Years 11 Months- Charged with overseeing 12 to 20 staff members, assigning duties, monitoring patient flow, and directing the trauma room and minor treatment area.
- Co-designed nursing flow sheet for patient care documentation, enhancing clarity and consistency prior to adoption of computer charting.
- 3000 New Bern Avenue
Staff RN, Cardio-Thoracic Surgical ICU Unit
7 Years 10 Months- Primary nurse for open-heart surgical patients, independently made decisions on ventilator settings and vasoactive drug administration.
- Managed 8 to 12 staff members by assigning duties, monitoring patient admissions and discharges, and serving as the principal liaison between surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff.
- Coordinated staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage and continuity of care
- Developed first multi-page patient care nursing flow sheet, facilitating standardized documentation and used in department until transition to EPIC computerized charting
- Managed patient care at 3000 New Bern Avenue
Staff RN, Medical Intensive Care Unit
1 Year 8 Months- Served as charge nurse, CN III level attained, overseeing 4 to 8 staff members, assigning duties, monitoring patient admissions and discharges, and acting as the principal contact between surgeons and staff.
- Oversaw operations at 3000 New Bern Avenue location
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized nursing interventions across acute care assignments.
- Administered medications and treatments while maintaining accuracy with physician orders and MAR documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, labs, and clinical changes to escalate concerns promptly.
Operating Room Scrub Technician
1 Year- Set up and handled sterile instruments, assisting MD during general, thoracic, orthopedic, plastic, gynecology, and ENT surgical procedures to ensure efficiency and safety.
- Prepared sterile surgical trays, instruments, and supplies for complex procedures.
- Assisted surgeons by maintaining sterile field and passing instruments during operations.
- Inspected, counted, and organized surgical instruments to prevent discrepancies and delays.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- Student
- Currently on sabbatical due to significant changes in the University DNP program’s merger with another university.
Master’s Degree - Healthcare Administration
- 6 Sigma Black Belt Certificate Course
- 6 Sigma Lean Certificate Course
- 6 Sigma Green Belt Certificate Course
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Diploma - Operating Room Technology
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
Associate Science - Zoology
Diploma - High School
Skills
Patient education
management
care plan development
nursing process implementation
and care coordination
Clinical judgment
condition monitoring
medical evaluation health screening
EPIC EMR
charting and documentation
Quality improvement
evidence-based medicine
clinical research implementation
Clinical leadership and supervision
supply management
resource allocation
unit oversight
team training and development
Quality assurance
Strong clinical judgment
Critical thinking
Clear patient communication
Interdisciplinary collaboration
HIPAA and confidentiality
Medical procedure preparation
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with a team of 15 to develop the First Case - On Time Start project. The project involved mapping processes across all pre-operative areas to identify improvement opportunities.
- Created annual reports by introducing Excel and Minitab data analysis for the UNC Hospitals Air and Ground Transport Service.
- Developed a multi-page chart used in the ICU at Wake Medical Center for many years before the introduction of EMR.
- Led a complete redesign of the supply room used by UNC Air and Ground Transport Services.
- Achieved Utilization and review monthly tracking of all patient transport data for UNC Air and Ground Services by completing data collection, database queries, Excel, and Minitab statistical analysis. Report was direct to hospital administration in print and PowerPoint delivery.
Affiliations
- BCEN Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing
- American Society of Quality
- SOCRA Society for Clinical Research Associates
- SIGMA Theta Tau International Honor Society
Certification
- Certified Flight Registered Nurse CFRN
- ACLS
- BLS
- Registered Nurse RN
Timeline
Ambulatory Care Staff RN III
Duke Healthcare
05.2020 - 08.2023Read More
Certified Registered Flight Nurse
UNC Hospitals
08.1993 - 12.2018Read More
Staff RN, Emergency Department
WakeMed Hospital
08.1989 - 07.1993Read More
Staff RN, Cardio-Thoracic Surgical ICU Unit
WakeMed Hospital
02.1981 - 12.1988Read More
Staff RN, Medical Intensive Care Unit
WakeMed Hospital
06.1979 - 02.1981Read More
Operating Room Scrub Technician
Durham Regional Hospital
09.1976 - 09.1977Read More
Saint Joseph’s College of Maine
Master’s Degree from Healthcare Administration
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Villanova University
from 6 Sigma Black Belt Certificate Course
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Villanova University
from 6 Sigma Lean Certificate Course
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Villanova University
from 6 Sigma Green Belt Certificate Course
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Sandhills Community College
Associate of Science from Registered Nursing
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Wake Tech Community College
Diploma from Operating Room Technology
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Roanoke Rapids High School
Diploma from High School
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Chowan College
Associate Science from Zoology
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Aspen University
Doctor of Nursing Practice from Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
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North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Science from Zoology
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Personal Information
Title: BS, RN, CFRN, MHA
Professional Awards
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society
2010 UNC Healthcare Nurse of the Year