Chelsea Worrell
Taylor,MI
Summary
Accomplished Operating Room RN/Charge RN at Trinity Health who is equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Trinity Health
01.2020 - Current
- Established a strong and trusting relationship with peers, leadership, and physicians alike.
- Leads morning Huddle with OR team, and actively participates in mid-day interdisciplinary Huddle
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for better patient care coordination and optimal surgical outcomes.
- Optimized use of resources by monitoring equipment needs, managing inventory levels, and minimizing waste.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during critical situations, ensuring prompt intervention for good patient outcomes.
- Reduced surgery wait times by streamlining the scheduling process and optimizing staff assignments.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment/emergency back up carts and made necessary adjustments.
- Ensures coordination with necessary implant needs, supply chain requests, and scheduling offices
Registered Nurse
Trinity Health
01.2019 - Current
- Supported a culture of excellence within the operating room by actively participating in ongoing professional development, training sessions, and simulations.
- Contributed to a high-performing operating room team through consistent collaboration, effective problem-solving, and open communication with peers.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning among colleagues by sharing knowledge on current evidence-based practices in the field of perioperative nursing.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues in navigating complex case scenarios, offering expertise on various surgical interventions and troubleshooting challenges encountered during procedures.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Provided education to patients regarding their upcoming surgery to alleviate anxiety, address concerns, and ensure informed consent was obtained properly.
- Prevented infections and maintained a sterile environment through adherence to infection control guidelines
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
Student Nurse Intern
Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute
12.2017 - 12.2018
- Improved patient care by assisting Registered Nurses with daily tasks and procedures.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Developed strong communication skills through frequent interaction with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care process.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering a positive environment conducive to healing.
- Delivered exceptional care to patients by helping with mobility and daily living requirements.
- Supported the nursing staff by efficiently completing administrative tasks such as updating patient records and charting vital signs.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic support.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI12.2018
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Team Leadership
- Calm and Composed
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Patient Advocacy
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Rapport Building
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Delegation and Motivation
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Trinity Health
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Trinity Health
01.2019 - Current
Student Nurse Intern
Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute
12.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Michigan University
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