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Barbara Cook

Royersford,PA

Summary

Conscientious Operating Room Staff Nurse offering 43 years of experience in healthcare. Known for excellent bedside manner and efficient communication with colleagues. Knowledgeable in standard medical diagnoses and OR equipment. Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency 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. Disciplined and personable Scrub Nurse with CNOR certification and 43 years of experience. Highly educated in asepsis standards and procedures. Known professionally for anticipating the needs of practitioners and monitor patients. Patient-oriented Nurse with 43 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Neurosurgical, General and orthopedic specialty. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level staff position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Operating Room

Inova Fairfax
09.2020 - 03.2024
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Served as a reliable resource for colleagues seeking guidance on complex clinical situations, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment within the OR team.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions from preoperative area to OR and recovery units, ensuring continuity of care throughout the surgical process.
  • Assisted surgeons during complex procedures by anticipating their needs and promptly providing necessary instruments or assistance as required.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the operating room by actively identifying potential hazards and advocating for necessary improvements or interventions.
  • Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all phases of perioperative nursing care, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and aiding in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices within the operating room setting that resulted in improved patient outcomes across various types of surgical procedures.
  • Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
  • Participated in regular continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices for perioperative nursing care and improve overall performance as an OR nurse.
  • Increased efficiency in the operating room by effectively managing resources, including equipment, supplies, and personnel.
  • Increased patient comfort during surgery preparation by addressing concerns proactively and demonstrating empathetic bedside manner.
  • Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Mentored new OR nurses through one-on-one training sessions and ongoing support, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
  • Streamlined communication between surgical team members by utilizing effective strategies to relay critical information during high-stress situations.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.

Operating Room Staff Registered Nurse

Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital
12.1999 - 09.2020
  • Assisted surgeons during complex procedures, demonstrating advanced clinical skills and knowledge.
  • Consistently met regulatory requirements through meticulous documentation of patient records and surgical logs.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Streamlined operating room processes by effectively coordinating equipment and supplies for surgical procedures.
  • Promoted an atmosphere of collaboration among all surgical team members, facilitating smooth operation flows.
  • Successfully managed high-pressure situations while maintaining composure under challenging circumstances.
  • Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.

Registered Nurse, Operating Room/ Charge/Staff Nurse

Holy Redeemer Hospital And Medical Center
09.1999 - 12.2019
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Holy Family University
Philadelphia, PA
05.2006

Diploma in Nursing - Nursing

Abington Memorial Hospital School of Nursing
Abington, PA
05.1984

Skills

  • Test Interpretations
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Medication Administration
  • Care Coordination
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Student Precepting
  • IV Insertion
  • Emergency Response
  • Attention to Detail
  • Preoperative preparation
  • Patient Charting
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Patient Positioning
  • Sterile Technique Expertise

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Operating Room

Inova Fairfax
09.2020 - 03.2024

Operating Room Staff Registered Nurse

Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital
12.1999 - 09.2020

Registered Nurse, Operating Room/ Charge/Staff Nurse

Holy Redeemer Hospital And Medical Center
09.1999 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Holy Family University

Diploma in Nursing - Nursing

Abington Memorial Hospital School of Nursing
Barbara Cook