Brittany Young

• Involved patient and support person in decisions affecting perioperative plan of care and rehabilitation process and evaluated patient progress toward attaining outcomes.
• Planned, executed, directed and evaluated nursing care given to surgical patient through perioperative experience to promote highest quality and patient safety.
• Admitted, assessed and prepared ambulatory care patients for surgery in accordance with hospital policies and individual patient needs.
• Used aseptic techniques to maintain sterile fields and actively monitored situations to prevent breaches in aseptic techniques.
• Recorded observations, patient assessments and progress and physician's orders, using MHS Genesis/Cerner.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Assisted with or initiated emergency measures for sudden adverse development in patients with cardiac arrest, respiratory distress and shock.
• Coordinated and consulted with healthcare teams to plan, implement, assess and evaluate patient care plans.
• Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
• Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
• Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
• Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
• Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.

Pre-admission Testing

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients scheduled for surgical or invasive procedures to evaluate their physical and emotional readiness.
• Review patients' medical histories, including pre-existing conditions, allergies, medications, and previous surgeries, to identify potential risks or complications.
• Coordinate and perform diagnostic tests such as blood work, ECGs, X-rays, and other assessments as required to ensure patients are medically fit for their procedures.
• Assess and document patients' current medications, including dosage and frequency, and make recommendations for any necessary adjustments or changes in consultation with physicians.
• Provide patients and their families with detailed information about the upcoming procedure, including what to expect, preoperative instructions, and potential risks.
• Work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, including preoperative assessments, test results, and communication with the healthcare team.
• Adhere to strict infection control protocols and ensure that patients are screened for contagious illnesses to minimize the risk of surgical site infections.
• Monitor and address any safety concerns related to the patient's condition, such as allergies, fall risk, or other vulnerabilities.