Christine DeVoe
Newark,DE
Summary
Surgical scrub and assist.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Circulator
Retired From Working
01.2014 - 10.2024
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
- Ensured proper documentation of all relevant information during each stage of the surgical process for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by offering compassionate care and empathetic communication throughout their surgical experience.
- Reduced surgery complications by providing effective perioperative care to patients.
- Contributed to successful surgeries with efficient preparation, organization, and management of operating rooms.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
- Optimized efficiency within the operating room by managing supplies inventory and maintaining appropriate stocking levels.
- Improved communication among surgical team members by actively participating in preoperative briefings and debriefings.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring and assessing vital signs during surgical procedures.
- Provided thorough handoff reports to enhance continuity of care between shifts and departments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care before, during, and after surgeries.
- Prevented postoperative infections through diligent wound care and dressing changes as needed.
- Mentored new staff members on safe practices within the operating room setting, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration.
- Assisted surgeons in performing complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to expand knowledge of current best practices in RN Circulator roles.
- Evaluated clinical competencies of nursing students during clinical rotations to ensure proper skill development.
- Facilitated seamless transitions from preoperative to post-anesthesia recovery units by communicating effectively with other healthcare professionals.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met while respecting individual preferences.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by staying up-to-date on the latest nursing practices related to perioperative care.
- Consistently demonstrated compliance with all relevant regulatory standards, including HIPAA, OSHA, and infection prevention protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Education
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Gowanda State Hospital School of Nursing
Helmuth, New York06.1970
Skills
Operating Room Etiquette
Surgical equipment knowledge
Patient Safety
Preoperative preparation
Sterile technique
Clinical judgment
Compassionate Care
Emergency Care
Disease Prevention
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Medication and IV administration
Time Management
Attention to Detail
Multitasking
Compassionate and Caring
Multitasking Abilities
Basic Life Support
Reliability
Excellent Communication
Critical Thinking
Organizational Skills
Team Collaboration
Active Listening
Effective Communication
Adaptability and Flexibility
Decision-Making
Patient and family advocacy
Patient Education
Monitoring Vital Signs
Electronic Health Records
Relationship Building
Physical Assessment
Clear Patient Communication
Vitals monitoring
Team building
Timeline
RN Circulator
Retired From Working
01.2014 - 10.2024
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Gowanda State Hospital School of Nursing
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