Dana Baker
Pell City,AL
Summary
Dedicated, Hardworking and compassionate Registered Nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and respectful attitude. Eager to learn new things and continue education. 13+ years' experience in medical field. Currently works shifts in OR, PACU, PRE-OP, and school nurse for the pell city school system for the past 4years.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (Operating Room, PACU, Pre-Op)
Ascension
05.2020 - Current
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Observed surgeon's body language, movements and demeanor during operations to anticipate needs.
- Used Cerner to process patient information and provide access to relevant data for licensed practitioners.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Experience in Behavioral Health Adult and Geriatric Psych unit.
School Nurse
Pell City School System
08.2020 - Current
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Performed triage on incoming students and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Reduced absenteeism rates by proactively addressing student health concerns and providing timely interventions.
- Increased parent engagement in their child''s health through open communication channels and educational workshops.
- Streamlined documentation processes for maintaining accurate student health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Cross trained at all schools within the school system.
Registered Nurse, ICU and Med-Surg
Ascension
05.2020 - 11.2020
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Surgical Technologist
St. Vincent's Health System
07.2014 - 11.2020
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons’ preferences or instruction
- Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using wide range of tools, including retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigation equipment
- Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecology, genitourinary, orthopedic, vascular, transplants, and plastic surgery procedures. Provided scrubbing assistance in GI lab
- Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count
- Maintained high infection control standards
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens
Surgical Technologist
UAB Health System
07.2011 - 07.2014
- Worked closely with new staff members to provide training on operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons’ preferences or instruction
- Setup operating and surgery rooms for patients, including preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures
- Kept accurate counts of needle, instrument and sponge inventories
- Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during Liver transplants, kidney transplants, and vascular access cases
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment
- Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count
Registered Nurse
Brookwood Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
- Improved patient care by implementing efficient operating room processes and procedures.
- Enhanced surgical team performance through regular training sessions and skill assessments.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards by staying current on industry best practices and updating policies accordingly.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL05.2020
Certificate - Surgical Technology
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL05.2011
GED -
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL08.2009
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Infection control and aseptic procedures
- Patient-focused care
- Good communication skills
- Hospital Experience
- Hearing and Vision Screening
- Epipen Administration
- Injury Treatment
- Medication Administration
- Immunization Record Review
- Privacy and confidentiality
- School Health Surveys
- Minor Injury Treatment
- Child Health Education
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Brookwood Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
School Nurse
Pell City School System
08.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse (Operating Room, PACU, Pre-Op)
Ascension
05.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, ICU and Med-Surg
Ascension
05.2020 - 11.2020
Surgical Technologist
St. Vincent's Health System
07.2014 - 11.2020
Surgical Technologist
UAB Health System
07.2011 - 07.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Jefferson State Community College
GED -
Jefferson State Community College
Certificate - Surgical Technology
Gadsden State Community College
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