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Chelsie Williams

Binghamton

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse excelling in direct patient care and infection control. Demonstrating strong clinical judgment and empathy, enhancing patient satisfaction through holistic nursing practices. Proven ability to advocate for patient needs and promote safety.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Guthrie - Lourdes
08.2024 - Current
  • Verify surgical procedures, patient identity, and consent forms in accordance with hospital policies.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Coordinate and manage all nursing care in the operating room, ensuring a sterile and safe environment.
  • Prepare and maintain surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies before, during, and after procedures.
  • Anticipate surgeon and surgical team needs to facilitate efficient procedure flow.
  • Communicate effectively with anesthesiologists, scrub nurses, and surgical technicians to optimize patient care.
  • Document intraoperative patient care, interventions, and surgical counts to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Advocate for patient needs, ensuring comfort and safety throughout the perioperative phase.
  • Adhere to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of surgical site infections and complications
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.

Nursing Assistant / Secretary - Emergency Dept.

United Health Services - Wilson
04.2011 - 06.2024
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
  • Participated and scheduled regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
  • Performed EKGs and urine POC.
  • Ordered and maintained special order items and stock for the department.
  • Maintained and adjusted employee time cards and schedules for the department.

Nursing Assistant - Memorial 3

United Health Services - BGH
10.2007 - 04.2011
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Tompkins Cortland Community College
Dryden, NY
05.2024

Skills

  • Direct patient care
  • Documentation and charting
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Infection control measures
  • Compassion and empathy

Timeline

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Guthrie - Lourdes
08.2024 - Current

Nursing Assistant / Secretary - Emergency Dept.

United Health Services - Wilson
04.2011 - 06.2024

Nursing Assistant - Memorial 3

United Health Services - BGH
10.2007 - 04.2011

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Tompkins Cortland Community College

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