CHERYL FASANO
Collegeville,PA
Summary
Highly qualified and skilled clinical coordinator with over 20 years of experience in surgical nursing. Eager to contribute expertise and knowledge to BD/CareFusion's growing team of leaders. Recognized for professionalism, attention to detail, and self-motivation. Excels at managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously. Consistently receives positive feedback from managers, physicians, vendors, and colleagues, demonstrating dedication and effectiveness in delivering exceptional results.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Clinical Coordinator
Main Line Surgery Center
06.2014 - Current
- Write and maintain departmental policies, procedures, objectives and infection control standards
- Read current literature and discuss with colleagues, as well as attend professional conferences to keep abreast of developments in nursing
- Process, verify and maintain personnel related documentation and payroll of operating room nursing staff and auxiliary staff
- Perform the following HR duties: recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations, classifications and employee leaves of absence
- Identify training needs or conduct training sessions for nursing staff
- Instruct nursing staff in areas such as, assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of techniques, technology, equipment and resources
- Oversee the Purchasing Manager in ordering of surgical supplies to keep costs at a minimum and maintain proper inventory
- Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs
- Substitution in absence of Director of Nursing
- Make clinical recommendations to Physicians and other health care providers
- Collaborate with Anesthesiologist, Surgeons and staff to ensure optimal patient care
Operating Room Nurse
Main Line Surgery Center
12.2001 - 06.2014
- Circulate and Scrub for surgeries including but not limited to ophthalmic, plastic, urology and ear, nose and throat
- Worked closely with Administration and medical staff in coordinating patient
- Utilized the nursing process in planning, executing and evaluating the nursing care given to the patient during the operative period
- Demonstrated knowledge of surgical procedures and had the ability to oversee the instrument and equipment set-up and prepare for the case utilizing preference cards and making any necessary updates
- Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by surgeon and/or anesthesiologist
- Performed and documented sponge, needle and instrument counts per policy and took action to rectify incorrect counts
Pediatric Home Care Nurse
Loving Care Home Care Agency
01.2004 - 12.2010
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing individualized care plans and closely monitoring progress.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the home environment by identifying potential hazards and implementing appropriate preventative measures for pediatric patients.
- Implemented evidence-based practices when delivering nursing care to enhance the quality of services provided in pediatric home settings.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records to facilitate timely updates on the patient''s condition for the healthcare team members.
- Offered emotional support to families during challenging times by providing empathetic listening and guidance based on clinical expertise.
Operating Room Nurse
Shore Memorial Hospital
04.1997 - 05.2001
- Implementation of the nursing process
- Assessed and rendered care for patients
- Made clinical decisions using best available research evidence, clinical expertise and patient preference
- Performed as a Circulator and Scrub nurse for a variety of surgeries including:
- - Cardiothoracic
- - Colon & Rectal
- - General
- - Gynecology & Obstetrics
- - Neurological
- - Ophthalmic
- - Oral & Maxillofacial
- - Orthopedic
- - Plastic
- - Vascular
Staff Nurse, RN
Bosley Medical Institute
09.1996 - 04.1997
- Review treatment and document and document all clinical data on patient’s profile
- Demonstrated the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care
- Assisted physicians with minor outpatient cosmetic surgery
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Lycoming College
Williamsport, PA05.1996
Skills
- Strong verbal communication
- Admirable experience in learning state of the art lasers
- Extremely organized
- Team leadership
- Process implementation
- Patient assessment and analysis
- Time Management
Certification
- Bachelor of Science -1996
- Current PA RN license
- LenSx Laser certified
- Proficient working with ECP and CP3 Lasers
- Healthcare CPR certified
Timeline
Operating Room Clinical Coordinator
Main Line Surgery Center
06.2014 - Current
Pediatric Home Care Nurse
Loving Care Home Care Agency
01.2004 - 12.2010
Operating Room Nurse
Main Line Surgery Center
12.2001 - 06.2014
Operating Room Nurse
Shore Memorial Hospital
04.1997 - 05.2001
Staff Nurse, RN
Bosley Medical Institute
09.1996 - 04.1997
- Bachelor of Science -1996
- Current PA RN license
- LenSx Laser certified
- Proficient working with ECP and CP3 Lasers
- Healthcare CPR certified
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Lycoming College
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