Bridget Flack
10 Flack Road Lisbon
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Claxton Hepburn Medical Center, excelling in patient education and clinical judgment. Demonstrated ability to mentor new staff and improve patient outcomes through effective medication administration and compassionate care. Renowned for a high level of autonomy and a commitment to reducing infection risks in surgical environments.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
River Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
Registered Nurse
Claxton Hepburn Medical Center
01.1985 - 11.2023
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Education
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Suny Canton
Canton, NY06-1985
High School Diploma -
Knox Memorial Central School
Russell, NY06-1980
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Precepting
- High level of autonomy
Nurse of distinction award from Albany
Nurse of distinction award from albany ny
Timeline
Registered Nurse
River Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Claxton Hepburn Medical Center
01.1985 - 11.2023
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Suny Canton
High School Diploma -
Knox Memorial Central School
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