Carolee Baron RN, BSN

• 2+ years experience working in the perioperative setting, preoperative department, post anesthesia care unit, operating room and circulating in pain management procedures.
• Addresses patient concerns, answers questions, and offers support before and after surgery/procedures.
• Ensures patient safety by performing preoperative assessments and communicating concerns to the surgical team.
• Evaluates patient's level of pain, administers prescribed medications and pain management techniques.
• Monitors for patient reactions following administration of medications/IV therapies.
• Responsible for proper set up of operating equipment/supplies/instruments, positioning of patients correctly and safely using supine, prone and sitting positions for pain procedures.
• Manages inventory levels of medical supplies in the perioperative area.
• Assists with discharge planning by assessing patient needs, coordinating resources and patient pick up.
• Admits and prepares patients for surgery in accordance with center policies and individual patient needs.
• Mindful of confidential patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations..
• Educates patients/families regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
• Contributes to a positive work environment through active participation in team building.
• Documents treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

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• Seasonal vaccine/wellness nurse
• Advises and educates corporate employees regarding nutrition, lipid management and effective disease prevention methods
• Oversees a team of nurses administering vaccines for corporate immunization clinics of all sizes
• Responsible for organizing clinic set ups, supply/vaccine management, and overseeing the safety and handling of hazardous material
• Maintains a clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
• Consults with onsite HR personnel regarding clinic set-up, supply needs and employee participation

• Team Lead for corporate Flu, TB and Covid vaccination clinics.
• Organized/prioritized workflow.
• Conducted frequent clinic walk-throughs to maintain safe work environment.
• Enforced adherence with HIPAA regulations and other relevant laws and regulations to maintain compliance.
• Monitored number of patients and wait times to create efficient flow of patients from check-in to check-out.
• Trained and supervised employees to maintain team of high performers.
• Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
• Met with patients to discuss and distribute information on health maintenance and disease prevention.

• Interprets health data and educates employees in identifying ways to implement healthier lifestyle habits
• Team Lead for corporate COVID 19 testing and vaccination clinics of all sizes
• Vaccinates patients to protect from influenza, TB and other illnesses of concern
• Provides nursing leadership for influenza and TB clinics which includes implementing care standards, nursing procedures and upholding safety/biohazard techniques along with adhering to HIPPA guidelines
• Performs tasks including telephonic coaching, corporate on-site health screenings, group education and on-site immunization programs
• Provided necessary health education training for patients