Avril Phillips

• Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
• Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
• Managed efficient use of operating room resources, streamlining procedures and minimizing waste.
• Provided high-quality care for diverse patient populations, addressing individual needs and concerns.
• Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.

• Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
• Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
• Managed efficient use of operating room resources, streamlining procedures and minimizing waste.
• Provided high-quality care for diverse patient populations, addressing individual needs and concerns.
• Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
• Served as a liaison between the surgical team and family members, providing timely updates on patient progress.
• Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for pre-and post-operative patients.
• Conducted thorough preoperative assessments to identify potential risks and address concerns prior to surgery.
• Streamlined communication among surgical team members, facilitating efficient flow of information during critical moments in surgery.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and enhance OR practices.

• Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
• Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
• Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
• Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
• Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
• Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections significantly over time.
• Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
• Played a key role in attaining high patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering compassionate care and addressing concerns promptly.
• Optimized staffing levels to maintain an appropriate nurse-to-patient ratio, promoting quality of care without exceeding budget constraints.
• Ensured adherence to safety guidelines for both patients and staff members during all aspects of clinical operations.
• Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.

• Improved patient outcomes by providing exceptional care for critically ill neonates in a Level III NICU setting.
• Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by participating in daily rounds and collaborating with multidisciplinary medical teams.
• Reduced infection rates through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper hand hygiene practices.
• Promoted family-centered care, involving parents in the decision-making process and educating them about their infant''s condition.
• Managed complex cases, addressing needs of premature infants requiring ventilator support, IV therapy, and total parenteral nutrition.
• Assisted physicians with neonatal procedures such as intubation, umbilical line insertion, and lumbar puncture.
• Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify subtle changes in patient conditions promptly initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Worked on the emergency Angel transport team to transfer critical infants to our facility from neighboring facilities to provide infants with the best possible care .
• Trained new nurses on a strict several month orientation process to the NICU to ensure that new employees were ready to function independently within the unit following their training process .
• Assisted in high risk deliveries to ensure the best possible outcome for the infant as well as the mother

Provided home care to a family member recovering from a bowls obstruction which left him needing an cecostomy tube for ante grade flushes to ensure proper bowel movements daily .

Changed out routinely the Mickey button and reported to Cleveland Children’s Hospital any changes or problems .

Provided wound care on an ongoing basis for frequent infections at the tube site as well as provided silver nitrate treatments for granulation tissue around the tube .

Reported to the surgeon via teleconference updates on the patients status .

Ordered all materials on an ongoing basis necessary to meet the patient’s needs .