AnnaClaire Acly
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with 12+ years in healthcare demonstrating success in various nursing settings, emergency, operating room, and hospice, and dental patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Winchester Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Contributed to the creation of a positive work culture within the Emergency Department by actively participating in team-building activities, offering constructive feedback, celebrating successes, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among colleagues.
- Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse, Hospice
Blue Ridge Hospice
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Jefferson Medical Center
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Reduced surgical complications through thorough patient assessment and timely communication with the surgical team.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues in navigating complex case scenarios, offering expertise on various surgical interventions and troubleshooting challenges encountered during procedures.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Maintained an organized and efficient work environment within the operating room by effectively managing supplies, equipment inventory, and sterilization processes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients'' families through effective communication about surgical expectations, progress updates, and postoperative care instructions.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Certified Orthodontic Assistant
PearlFection
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated closely with orthodontist on treatment planning decisions, offering expertise as a Certified Orthodontic Assistant when needed.
- Contributed to the growth of practice by providing exceptional care, leading to increased referrals from satisfied patients.
- Enhanced overall patient experience through attentiveness to individual needs during both routine check-ups and more involved procedures.
- Expedited treatment time by efficiently taking accurate impressions, preparing study models, and fabricating custom appliances for patients.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines, upholding the highest standards of patient care and safety within the practice.
- Reduced wait times for patients by promptly setting up exam rooms with necessary supplies prior to appointments.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust through empathetic communication and professionalism.
- Promoted oral health among patients through thorough instruction on proper hygiene techniques specific to their orthodontic appliances.
- Facilitated effective communication between orthodontist and referring dentists, ensuring seamless coordination of care across providers.
- Ensured optimal sterilization of instruments, maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols within the practice.
- Supported orthodontist in delivering high-quality care with proficient use of dental instruments and equipment during procedures.
- Documented progress notes accurately after each appointment, ensuring a complete and organized patient record for future reference.
- Contributed to team collaboration by participating in regular staff meetings and sharing insights on best practices for patient care.
- Improved patient comfort by providing educational materials and answering questions regarding orthodontic procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels of clinical supplies regularly, ordering replacements proactively to avoid shortages or delays in treatment delivery.
- Streamlined office operations by effectively coordinating schedules for multiple providers and staff members.
- Maintained updated knowledge of industry advancements through participation in continuing education courses and professional development opportunities.
- Enhanced practice efficiency by managing appointments, confirming insurance coverage, and maintaining accurate patient records.
- Increased patient satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and ensuring a positive experience during appointments.
- Assisted orthodontist in completing complex cases with precision, contributing to successful treatment outcomes.
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Prepped examination rooms, sterilized equipment and instruments and maintained appropriate tray setup.
- Set appointments and made follow-up calls.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
- Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
Certified Orthodontic Assistant
Mullen Orthodontics
05.2019 - 11.2022
- Collaborated closely with orthodontist on treatment planning decisions, offering expertise as a Certified Orthodontic Assistant when needed.
- Contributed to the growth of practice by providing exceptional care, leading to increased referrals from satisfied patients.
- Enhanced overall patient experience through attentiveness to individual needs during both routine check-ups and more involved procedures.
- Expedited treatment time by efficiently taking accurate impressions, preparing study models, and fabricating custom appliances for patients.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines, upholding the highest standards of patient care and safety within the practice.
- Reduced wait times for patients by promptly setting up exam rooms with necessary supplies prior to appointments.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust through empathetic communication and professionalism.
- Promoted oral health among patients through thorough instruction on proper hygiene techniques specific to their orthodontic appliances.
- Facilitated effective communication between orthodontist and referring dentists, ensuring seamless coordination of care across providers.
- Ensured optimal sterilization of instruments, maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols within the practice.
- Supported orthodontist in delivering high-quality care with proficient use of dental instruments and equipment during procedures.
- Documented progress notes accurately after each appointment, ensuring a complete and organized patient record for future reference.
- Contributed to team collaboration by participating in regular staff meetings and sharing insights on best practices for patient care.
- Improved patient comfort by providing educational materials and answering questions regarding orthodontic procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels of clinical supplies regularly, ordering replacements proactively to avoid shortages or delays in treatment delivery.
- Streamlined office operations by effectively coordinating schedules for multiple providers and staff members.
- Maintained updated knowledge of industry advancements through participation in continuing education courses and professional development opportunities.
- Enhanced practice efficiency by managing appointments, confirming insurance coverage, and maintaining accurate patient records.
- Increased patient satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and ensuring a positive experience during appointments.
- Assisted orthodontist in completing complex cases with precision, contributing to successful treatment outcomes.
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Prepped examination rooms, sterilized equipment and instruments and maintained appropriate tray setup.
- Set appointments and made follow-up calls.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Assisted in chair-side dental procedures by filling cavities and taking impressions.
Certified Orthodontic Assistant
Ghaffari Orthodontics
10.2017 - 05.2019
- Collaborated closely with orthodontist on treatment planning decisions, offering expertise as a Certified Orthodontic Assistant when needed.
- Contributed to the growth of practice by providing exceptional care, leading to increased referrals from satisfied patients.
- Enhanced overall patient experience through attentiveness to individual needs during both routine check-ups and more involved procedures.
- Expedited treatment time by efficiently taking accurate impressions, preparing study models, and fabricating custom appliances for patients.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines, upholding the highest standards of patient care and safety within the practice.
- Reduced wait times for patients by promptly setting up exam rooms with necessary supplies prior to appointments.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust through empathetic communication and professionalism.
- Supported orthodontist in delivering high-quality care with proficient use of dental instruments and equipment during procedures.
- Improved patient comfort by providing educational materials and answering questions regarding orthodontic procedures.
- Maintained updated knowledge of industry advancements through participation in continuing education courses and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted orthodontist in completing complex cases with precision, contributing to successful treatment outcomes.
- Prepared patient for orthodontist and performed simple tasks such as tightening braces and conducting preliminary examinations.
- Took x-rays, photographs, and impressions of patients' teeth and mouth.
- Poured and shaped molds from impressions and trimmed molds in grinder.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Prepped examination rooms, sterilized equipment and instruments and maintained appropriate tray setup.
- Set appointments and made follow-up calls.
- Taught patients strategies for boosting oral hygiene, controlling plaque, and protecting tooth enamel from long-term damage.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
Certified Orthodontic Assistant
RS Orthodontics
06.2015 - 10.2017
- Collaborated closely with orthodontist on treatment planning decisions, offering expertise as a Certified Orthodontic Assistant when needed.
- Contributed to the growth of practice by providing exceptional care, leading to increased referrals from satisfied patients.
- Enhanced overall patient experience through attentiveness to individual needs during both routine check-ups and more involved procedures.
- Expedited treatment time by efficiently taking accurate impressions, preparing study models, and fabricating custom appliances for patients.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines, upholding the highest standards of patient care and safety within the practice.
- Reduced wait times for patients by promptly setting up exam rooms with necessary supplies prior to appointments.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust through empathetic communication and professionalism.
- Promoted oral health among patients through thorough instruction on proper hygiene techniques specific to their orthodontic appliances.
- Facilitated effective communication between orthodontist and referring dentists, ensuring seamless coordination of care across providers.
- Supported orthodontist in delivering high-quality care with proficient use of dental instruments and equipment during procedures.
- Documented progress notes accurately after each appointment, ensuring a complete and organized patient record for future reference.
- Contributed to team collaboration by participating in regular staff meetings and sharing insights on best practices for patient care.
- Improved patient comfort by providing educational materials and answering questions regarding orthodontic procedures.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Blue Ridge Community And Technical College
Martinsburg, WV05.2023
Skills
- EKG Interpretation
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Trauma Nursing
- Vital signs monitoring
- Airway Management
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Ethical Practice
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Certified in CPR/AED
- EMR / EHR
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- NIHSS - Stroke Skill Training and Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Winchester Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Hospice
Blue Ridge Hospice
10.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Jefferson Medical Center
06.2023 - 09.2023
Certified Orthodontic Assistant
PearlFection
11.2022 - 05.2023
Certified Orthodontic Assistant
Mullen Orthodontics
05.2019 - 11.2022
Certified Orthodontic Assistant
Ghaffari Orthodontics
10.2017 - 05.2019
Certified Orthodontic Assistant
RS Orthodontics
06.2015 - 10.2017
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Blue Ridge Community And Technical College
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