Benjamin Baker, BSN, RN, CMSRN, CV-BC, SCRN
Lyman,SC
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, specializing in infection control and patient care coordination. Successfully implemented comprehensive care plans and provided patient education, improving recovery outcomes. Recognized for effective leadership during emergencies, leveraging strong communication and critical thinking skills to enhance team performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Spartanburg, SC
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained a safe patient environment by implementing infection control measures per hospital policy guidelines.
- Initiated emergency life-saving measures as needed according to ACLS protocol guidelines.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds on assigned units.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Provided continuous monitoring of patient's vital signs and cardiac rhythms.
- Demonstrated knowledge of cardiac pathophysiology through competent performance of nursing skills related to cardiovascular assessments and interventions.
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Greenville, SC
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies like the Joint Commission and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
Florence , SC
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heritage Home Of Florence
Florence , SC
01.2018 - 07.2020
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate patient care plans.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options, and procedures.
Certified Surgical Technologist
McLeod Regional Medical Center
Florence, SC
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing, and distributing.
- Assisted the surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout the operation.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Nurse Leader
University of South Carolina
Spartanburg, SC05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina
Spartanburg, SC04-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central Carolina Technical College
Sumter, SC05-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC08-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC08-2013
Skills
- Infection control protocols
- Equipment setup and operation
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Care plan implementation
- Medication and IV administration
- Tracheostomy care
- Student training
- Patient care and education
- Care coordination
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Nasogastric tube insertion
- Wound management
- Medication reconciliation
- Medication administration
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist.
- Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse.
- Certified Cardiac-Vascular Registered Nurse.
- Stroke Certified Registered Nurse
- Emergency Neurological Life Support Certified
- ACLS
- BLS
Affiliations
- Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses, active member.
- American Association of Neuroscience Nurses, active member.
- National Board of Surgical Technology Association, active member
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
01.2022 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
07.2020 - 01.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heritage Home Of Florence
01.2018 - 07.2020
Certified Surgical Technologist
McLeod Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Clinical Nurse Leader
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central Carolina Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Florence-Darlington Technical College
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