Carol Creller
Sterling,NY
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, multidisciplinary collaboration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in all aspects of patient care in the surgical setting. Brings multi-year record in field.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Cross Country Healthcare
Boca Raton , Florida
11.2021 - Current
- Prepared and maintained accurate records of patient care activities.
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing surgery or invasive procedures.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations within the operating suite environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Verified correct identification of patient before beginning any procedure.
- Supervised processes and verified patient information to support patient care.
- Provided mentorship to new nursing staff and students to foster a collaborative and educational working environment.
- Documented all operative procedures and patient interactions in electronic medical records with attention to detail.
- Acted as a liaison between the surgical team and the patient's family, providing updates and support during procedures.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists to facilitate efficient surgical procedures.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences throughout the surgical process to ensure patient-centered care.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Crouse Irving Memorial Hospital
Syracuse, NY
02.2013 - 11.2021
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing surgery or invasive procedures.
- Conducted pre-surgery assessments on assigned patients prior to their admission into the OR.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Verified correct identification of patient before beginning any procedure.
- Provided mentorship to new nursing staff and students to foster a collaborative and educational working environment.
- Documented all operative procedures and patient interactions in electronic medical records with attention to detail.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and surgical outcomes.
- Acted as a liaison between the surgical team and the patient's family, providing updates and support during procedures.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists to facilitate efficient surgical procedures.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences throughout the surgical process to ensure patient-centered care.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current with advancements in surgical nursing practices.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Upstate Medical University Hospital
Syracuse, NY
03.2002 - 02.2013
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing surgery or invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Supervised processes and verified patient information to support patient care.
- Collaborated with practitioners to develop and implement patient care plans and evaluate various factors.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Provided mentorship to new nursing staff and students to foster a collaborative and educational working environment.
- Documented all operative procedures and patient interactions in electronic medical records with attention to detail.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and surgical outcomes.
- Acted as a liaison between the surgical team and the patient's family, providing updates and support during procedures.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists to facilitate efficient surgical procedures.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences throughout the surgical process to ensure patient-centered care.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current with advancements in surgical nursing practices.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Saint Joseph's Hospital Health Center School of Nursing
Syracuse, NY06-1996
Bachelor of Science - Biology
SUNY College of Environmental Science And Forestry
Syracuse, NY06-1993
Skills
- Outcome evaluations
- Operating room preparations
- Surgical team assistance
- Caregiver and family support
- Patient champion
- Medical communication
- Procedure charting
- Patient advocacy
- Specimen handling
- OR preparation
Timeline
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Cross Country Healthcare
11.2021 - Current
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Crouse Irving Memorial Hospital
02.2013 - 11.2021
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Upstate Medical University Hospital
03.2002 - 02.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Saint Joseph's Hospital Health Center School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Biology
SUNY College of Environmental Science And Forestry