Anita Womack
West Plains,MO
Summary
Lead Circulating Nurse offering 8 years of expertise, cross trained for Peri-operative and PACU, advocating for patients before, during and after surgical procedures. Friendly and calming individual skillful in sterilizing instruments and equipment and preparing patients for various procedures. Recognized for first-rate bedside manner and strong attention to detail. Well-versed in aseptic techniques, operating room procedures and pain management techniques.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Instructor
Southern Missouri Technical Institute
07.2021 - Current
- Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in nursing education and ensuring high-quality instruction.
- Demonstrated clinical knowledge, effective communication, excellent presentation skills, training abilities, patience, an approachable personality, and computer literacy
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as pharmacology, mental health nursing and community health care practices.
- Participated in curriculum development initiatives, contributing to the continuous improvement of the nursing program.
Circulating OR Nurse
West Plains Surgery Center
08.2013 - 07.2021
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Sanitized, selected and organizing instruments, equipment and supplies according to surgeon preferences.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Bayonet Point Hospital
02.2012 - 08.2013
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
Tampa, FL03.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Missouri State University - West Plains
West Plains, MO05.1996
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Missouri State University - West Plains
West Plains, MO05.1995
Skills
- Coordinate staffing and payroll
- Orthopedics, Pediatric Dentistry, Podiatry, ENT, and Ophthalmology, Plastics, Pain Procedures and General Surgery
- Clinical Supervision and Unit Manager
- EGD and Endoscopy
- Tracheostomy Care
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Medication and IV administration
- Airway Management
- Cardiac monitors
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Sterile technique
- Wound Care
- Conscious Sedation
- C-arm
Timeline
Nursing Instructor
Southern Missouri Technical Institute
07.2021 - Current
Circulating OR Nurse
West Plains Surgery Center
08.2013 - 07.2021
RN, Medical-Surgical
Bayonet Point Hospital
02.2012 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Missouri State University - West Plains
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Missouri State University - West Plains
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