Bryant Whitmore
Battle Creek,Michigan
Summary
Compassionate Surgery Unit Coordinator with 20 years helping others through personal excellence in the healthcare field. Employs strong administrative, organizational and interpersonal skills. Background in surgery in fast-paced hospital setting. Skilled in Epic and manages multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgery Coordinator
Bronson Battle Creek
12.2017 - Current
- Handled confidential patient information with discretion, adhering to HIPAA regulations to protect privacy rights.
- Managed medical emergencies calmly and effectively while activating appropriate codes according to hospital policy, ensuring prompt response from specialized personnel.
- Identified and facilitated resolution of unit operational problems independently, collaborating with manager to resolve complex problems.
- Maintained a clean and organized unit environment, adhering to infection control protocols for optimal patient safety.
- Monitored office supply inventory, analyzing usage patterns and requisitioning supplies and equipment as well as maintenance repair services.
- Conducted performance reviews by observing staff on units and providing ongoing formal and informal feedback, direction and assistance.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to identify opportunities for enhancing patient care processes and outcomes.
- Ensured staff adherence to hospital policies through timely dissemination of regulatory updates and guidelines.
- Coordinated with facilities to set up surgeries for up to 4 ORs at a time in Orthopedics, ENT, Podiatry and Hand specialties.
Director of Nursing
Opus Internal Medicine
09.2017 - 11.2017
- Spearheaded and implemented a new charting program to expand scope of practice, and improve the efficiency of record keeping and billing.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new healthcare staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
Charge Nurse
Ascension Borgess Hospital
04.2012 - 09.2017
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Patient Care Technician
Eisenhower Center
03.2010 - 03.2012
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Supported needs of 100+ residents under long-term care.
Small Business Owner
Self-employeed
04.2004 - 06.2010
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service quality to customers.
- Created financial plans and budgets to optimize resources, track expenses, and ensure profitability.
- Expanded client base through targeted networking initiatives, resulting in increased sales opportunities.
- Hired trained, and supervised staff to maintain high levels of productivity and customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
The Robert B. Miller College
Battle Creek, MI06.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Breckenridge School of Nursing
Canton, MI12.2011
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient check-in
- Patient coordination
- Office Administration
- Facility coordinating
- Educating patients
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Staff Leadership
Timeline
Surgery Coordinator
Bronson Battle Creek
12.2017 - Current
Director of Nursing
Opus Internal Medicine
09.2017 - 11.2017
Charge Nurse
Ascension Borgess Hospital
04.2012 - 09.2017
Patient Care Technician
Eisenhower Center
03.2010 - 03.2012
Small Business Owner
Self-employeed
04.2004 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
The Robert B. Miller College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Breckenridge School of Nursing
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