Bertha Carlson
Dayton,Ohio
Summary
I worked as a surgical tech while I went through nursing school. Upon completing my ADN I switched from a surgical tech to an operating room nurse. I crossed trained on to the floor so that I could get floor experience with post op patients. I then moved over to Good Samaritan hospital to get some critical skills in Open Heart. I continue to work pool at Kettering Medical center as an open heart nurse. My full time job is in the perioperative services at dayton Childrens. I currently work as a service line coordinator for ENT. I work closely with our ENT doctors to get what they need and I am also the point person if staff have questions. I also scrub cases for our ENT doctors when needed. I am also Pacu trained and will float over to Pacu and recover patients as needed.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Open Heart Operating Room Nurse
Kettering Medical Center
2017.08 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by efficiently managing operating room processes and coordinating with surgical teams.
- Reduced surgery times through effective pre-operative preparations and timely communication with team members.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing any changes during surgeries.
- Implemented strict infection control measures, maintaining a sterile environment for all surgical procedures.
- Collaborated closely with surgeons to ensure proper equipment setup and availability of necessary instruments.
- Assisted in complex surgeries, demonstrating advanced clinical skills and knowledge of various surgical techniques.
- Provided compassionate post-operative care, ensuring patients received appropriate pain management and education on recovery protocols.
- Optimized scheduling efficiency by coordinating operating room assignments based on surgical priorities and staff availability.
- Mentored new nursing staff in proper OR procedures, contributing to improved overall team performance.
- Streamlined communication between OR nurses and other hospital departments, enhancing coordination of patient care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in operating room nursing.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members, fostering a collaborative work environment within the operating room setting.
- Contributed to policy updates related to OR standards of practice to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information throughout the perioperative process, ensuring seamless transitions between care stages.
- Assisted anesthesia providers during induction and emergence phases, promoting smooth transitions into and out of surgery for patients.
- Enhanced the quality assurance program within the operating room through regular analysis of performance metrics and implementing targeted improvements.
- Utilized advanced problem-solving skills to quickly address emergent situations in the operating room, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Assisted surgeons with cutting of tissue, clamping and suturing during operational procedures.
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
- Communicated with patient and his or her family regarding postoperative and wound care.
- Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Dayton Childrens
2017.05 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- 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.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Registered Nurse Open Heart Operating Room
Good Samaritan Hospital
2012.01 - 2017.08
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- 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.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Registered Nurse Floor/ Operating Room
Medical Center Of Elizabeth Place
2011.08 - 2015.08
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- 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.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Surgical Technologist
Medical Center Of Elizabeth Place
2006.06 - 2011.08
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Contributed to successful operations by assembling and organizing surgical equipment with precision.
- Ensured proper care of surgical instruments through meticulous cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance processes.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care before, during, and after surgery.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Received recognition for excellent performance in assisting with emergency surgeries, resulting in positive patient outcomes.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices within the field of surgical technology.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- Performed inventory management duties for the operating room supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families about pre-operative preparations and post-operative care instructions.
- Played a key role in reducing OR turnaround time by implementing process improvements for equipment preparation and room cleanup procedures.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing anxiety or discomfort prior to surgery, helping alleviate concerns while maintaining professionalism.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH05.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH06.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH06.2006
High School Diploma -
Bellbrook High School
Bellbrook, OH06.2000
Skills
- Surgical Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Vital Signs
- Pain Management
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Pain Control
- Anesthesia Monitoring
- Effective Communication
- Instrument Knowledge
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Preoperative Assessment
- Interpersonal Skills
- Cultural Competence
- Patient Advocacy
- Problem Solving
- Medical Terminology
- Organizational Skills
- Patient Education
- Team Collaboration
- Postoperative Care
- Stress Management
- Professionalism
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Sterile Technique
- Decision Making
- Infection Control
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Positioning
- Patient and Family Education
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- IV Administration
- Patient Charting
- Chart Updating
- Patient Communication
- Critical Care
- Complex Medical Terminology
- Relationship Building
- Patient Safety
- Discharge Planning
- Clinical Assessments
- Process Improvement
- Preoperative Checklists
- Wound Care
- Vitals Monitoring
- Instrument Sterilization
Timeline
Open Heart Operating Room Nurse
Kettering Medical Center
2017.08 - Current
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Dayton Childrens
2017.05 - Current
Registered Nurse Open Heart Operating Room
Good Samaritan Hospital
2012.01 - 2017.08
Registered Nurse Floor/ Operating Room
Medical Center Of Elizabeth Place
2011.08 - 2015.08
Surgical Technologist
Medical Center Of Elizabeth Place
2006.06 - 2011.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Sinclair Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Sinclair Community College
High School Diploma -
Bellbrook High School
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