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Candace McKim

Atascadero,CA

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse First Assistant specializing in advanced surgical techniques and sterile procedures. Proven commitment to patient safety, teamwork, and effective communication, ensuring optimal surgical outcomes.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse First Assistant

French Hospital Medical Center
San Luis Obispo, CA
12.2013 - Current
  • Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and standards.
  • Collaborated with surgeons to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and teamwork.
  • Achieved optimal outcomes for patients by collaborating successfully with surgeons and healthcare teams to perform safe operations.
  • Implemented best practices for instrument handling, reducing the risk of infection during procedures.

Registered Nurse

French Hospital Medical Center
San Luis Obispo, CA
03.2010 - 12.2013
  • Delivered patient-centered care while adhering to safety protocols and clinical guidelines.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Preformed in a Charge Nurse Role often

Surgical Technician

French Hospital Medical Center
San Luis Obispo, CA
03.2006 - 03.2010
  • Assisted surgical teams by preparing instruments and ensuring sterilization procedures were followed.
  • Maintained the Ophthalmic Service Line for the Hospital
  • Trained and Oriented new Surgical Technicians
  • Participated in OR suite turnaround procedures such as cleaning and case cart management.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
05-2020

RNFA - Registered Nurse First Assist

National Institute of First Assisting (NIFA)
Centennial, CO
08-2013

Certified Nurse of The Operating Room-CNOR - CNOR

Competency And Credentialing Institute (CCI)
Online
04-2013

Associate of Science - Registered Nursing

Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA
12-2009

Skills

  • Sterile technique proficiency
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Advanced surgical techniques
  • Continuing education commitment
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Wound closure
  • Teamwork and cooperation

Certification

-BLS

-ACLS

-PALS

-CNOR

Timeline

Registered Nurse First Assistant

French Hospital Medical Center
12.2013 - Current

Registered Nurse

French Hospital Medical Center
03.2010 - 12.2013

Surgical Technician

French Hospital Medical Center
03.2006 - 03.2010

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University

RNFA - Registered Nurse First Assist

National Institute of First Assisting (NIFA)

Certified Nurse of The Operating Room-CNOR - CNOR

Competency And Credentialing Institute (CCI)

Associate of Science - Registered Nursing

Allan Hancock College