Catherine Myers-Plumley
Villas,NJ
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with broad OR and clinical care background, known for infection control, patient education, and clear communication. Skilled in Epic charting, team collaboration, and support safe, efficient patient care.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Register Nurse
Cooper University Hospital Cape
CMCH, NJ
12.2019 - Current
- Coordinated patient preparation for procedures and recovery support, ensuring seamless transitions and optimal patient outcomes at Cooper University Hospital Cape.
- Directed nursing interventions during patient condition changes, effectively managing acuity levels to enhance patient care.
- Provided patient and family education on treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Upheld infection control standards and safety practices, contributing to a safe care environment across Cooper Cape care areas.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Shore Medical Center
Somers Point, New Jersey
08.1995 - 12.2019
- Verified patient identity, consent, and procedure details before surgery.
- Maintained sterile field and followed infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Assisted surgeons and scrub staff with instruments during operations.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative procedures including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Documented patient care, medications, and surgical workflow in records.
- Educated patients and families on preoperative and postoperative care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Cumberland County College
Vineland, NJ05-1987
Skills
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Sterile technique
- Preoperative assessment
- Instrument management
- Electronic charting
- Clinical judgment
- Discharge planning
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Inventory management
Timeline
Register Nurse
Cooper University Hospital Cape
12.2019 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Shore Medical Center
08.1995 - 12.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Cumberland County College