Carolyn Fahey RN
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Clinical Experience Manager
Stryker
10.2012 - Current
- Created a comprehensive clinical team to assist RnD, Marketing and Business Development Teams with clinical consultation and support
- Led over 150 clinicians across the continum of care to coordinate clinical feedback across the divisions of Stryker
- Created processes and request handling to limit drain on clinician focus
- Provided clinical Lunch and Learn opportunities to educate internal clinicians on opportunities internal to Stryker
- Completed Field research for engineering teams in patient care spaces in hospitals across the globe
- Innovated new ways to compile VOC for our internal customers while keeping cost minimal
- Provided clinical support for critical path supercycle programs
Operating Room Nurse
Jordan Hospital
10.2001 - 09.2012
- Bargaining Unit representative with hospital leadership
- Improved patient outcomes by efficiently managing operating room processes and coordinating with surgical teams.
- Reduced surgery times through effective pre-operative preparations and timely communication with team members.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing any changes during surgeries.
- Implemented strict infection control measures, maintaining a sterile environment for all surgical procedures.
- Assisted in complex surgeries, demonstrating advanced clinical skills and knowledge of various surgical techniques.
- Mentored new nursing staff in proper OR procedures, contributing to improved overall team performance.
- Streamlined communication between OR nurses and other hospital departments, enhancing coordination of patient care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in operating room nursing.
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Milton Hospital
09.1995 - 10.2001
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Laboure College
Milton, MA06.1994
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Performance Management
- Business Development
- Marketing
- Project Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Relations
- Innovation Management
- Technical Proficiency
- Problem Solving
- Team Development
- Process Improvement
Accomplishments
Successfully passed Kayla's Law in Massachusetts January 3rd, 2007- A law mandating defibrillators in all Health Clubs and that staff be trained to use them.
Affiliations
- Mass Nursing License -RN218330
- Michigan Nursing License-4704311767
- AORN
Certification
CPR
ACLS
Timeline
Senior Clinical Experience Manager
Stryker
10.2012 - Current
Operating Room Nurse
Jordan Hospital
10.2001 - 09.2012
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Milton Hospital
09.1995 - 10.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Laboure College