Candace Colonna-Borgese

• Participated in management team meetings to report providers volume, block times, status updates, new hires, and patient satisfaction.
• Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
• Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
• Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
• Performed environment of care rounds to observe stations, staff, infection control protocols, fire safety, equipment maintenance and standards of care in each department to identify possible concerns and offer corrective actions.
• Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
• Planned and assigned workload to 12 employees to direct patient care.
• Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
• Collaborated with teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
• Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
• Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.

OR Circulating Nurse

• Streamlined communication between surgical team members, ensuring accurate sharing of critical information during procedures.
• Managed the care of surgical instruments throughout procedures, ensuring proper handling, cleaning, and sterilization to uphold patient safety standards.
• Enhanced patient safety by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols during surgeries.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and refining OR processes for optimal efficiency and effectiveness.
• Maintained detailed documentation of surgical procedures and interventions for accurate medical records and billing purposes.
• Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
• Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
• Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.

• Review patients’ medical history including allergies to medications for preoperative procedures and postoperative care
• Review blood test results, diagnostic testing, and reports and communicating to the anesthesia team the findings
• Assess patients prior to surgery ensuring they fully understand and can confirm the surgical procedure
• Ensure operative and informed consents are signed and confirm correct procedure
• Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
• Provide and plan skilled nursing care for post-anesthesia care, patient, and family teaching, and postoperative follow up care and evaluate the patient’s response.

• Facilitated patient care, to include wound care, telemetry, and oxygenation monitoring; performed review of allergen data and arranged for diagnostic testing appointments.
• Reviewed bedside reports to obtain patients’ history, such as vitals, blood work results, head-to-toe assessments, medications, pain scale, and IV data.
• Assessed and established patients’ plan of care in accordance with doctor’s orders and overall nursing care guidelines.
• Worked as part of a departmental team to ensure dietary management, proper nutrition, and hydration for patients and to ensure and/or educate patients and guardians on good hygiene practices.
• Administered medications, both oral and injections; administered phlebotomy draws and consulted with pharmacists on questions or concerns related to medication allergies.
• Developed individual care plans for patients addressing the disease process and working with patients and families to achieve these goals.
• Consulted with doctors and educated patients and/or family members related to discharge and or postoperative arrangements and care.
• Worked closely with treatment team throughout monitoring of lab results requiring immediate attention and any improvements in condition.
• Ensured compliance with HIPAA and JCAHO laws, rules, regulations and guidelines and the State Nurse Practice Act.

• Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
• Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
• Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.

• Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient systems and organizational strategies.
• Facilitated smooth communication between departments, addressing concerns promptly to maintain harmonious work relationships.
• Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
• Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
• Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.

• Oversaw daily operations to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, maintaining consistency across all multiple locations in the Tri-State area.
• Provided ongoing coaching to staff members, promoting skill development and career progression.
• Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
• Planned sequence of operations and established schedule.
• Increased customer satisfaction with enhanced staff training and regular performance evaluations.
• Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
• Determined performance benchmarks.
• Established clear objectives for each reporting period that aligned with company-wide goals.
• Organized employee schedules to meet operational demands while balancing individual needs for work-life balance.
• Oversaw daily operations to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, maintaining consistency across all locations.
• Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
• Improved team efficiency by streamlining communication and implementing effective task delegation strategies.