Allison Meade
Saint Joseph Hospital
Lexington,KY
7
years of professional experience
Experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse with expertise in circulating complex surgical procedures, maintaining patient safety, and collaborating with multidisciplinary surgical teams.
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
4 Years 8 Months- Circulated a variety of surgical procedures with a focus on cardiac surgery
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Educated patients and families on pre-operative and post-operative care instructions.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure sterile environments and optimal patient safety.
Medical/Surgical Nurse
2 Years 5 Months- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize interventions.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting self-care practices.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices for patient care delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Operating room safety
Teamwork and collaboration
Patient positioning
Patient safety
Maintaining sterility
Critical thinking
Clinical assessments
Surgical documentation
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph Hospital
11.2021 - 07.2026Read More
Medical/Surgical Nurse
Saint Joseph Hospital
06.2019 - 11.2021Read More
Morehead State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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