Deborah Hammond
Attalla,AL
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 21 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Surgical Services specialty.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PACU-SDS Charge Nurse
The Health Authority Of The City Of Anniston
12.2021 - 07.2023
- Managed (10-30) SDS patients and recovering(PACU) them from medical or surgical procedures.
- Served as liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians. Communicating with ancillary departments.
- Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage, Managed payroll, vacations and call for both Departments.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Effectively complied with HIPAA laws, concerning personal and health data procedures.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Skilled at working independently.
- Adaptable in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Effectively complied with HIPAA laws, concerning personal and health data procedures.
Perioperative Educator
The Health Authority Of The City Of Anniston
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Maintained accurate and complete records to document program activities and outcomes.
- Assisted our Director in development of policies and procedures related to continuing education requirements .
- Complied with legal and ethical standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
- Evaluated up to 100 employees'' performance and identified areas for improvement, providing constructive feedback and personalized coaching.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, participation, and progress.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Operating Room/PACU/Fast Track Nurse
The Health Authority Of The City Of Anniston
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Protected confidentiality of information related to patient care and personal information.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management. Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs, and PIC lines.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses. Followed safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Provided direct patient care. Accessed patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients. Being promptly and professionally with them and their family.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations,
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and providing support o them and their family..
- Monitored patient condition by keeping track of their vital signs until discharge. Updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Operating Room Nurse Manager
The Health Authority Of The City Of Anniston
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Communicated with patients about their medical histories in effort to provide them effective medical advice.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed. Provided opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Managed 18-20 nurses/scrub techs and nursing activities in (3)OR rooms, (I) Cysto Room, (2) GI Rooms and Pain Clinic. While providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Developed strong relationships with OR vendors,
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Worked at least [8-10] hours per month as floor nurse on Med-Surg and Geri-Psych to maintain clinical proficiency.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff Surgical Services. Managed payroll and call schedule.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians to promote high quality patient care.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility. Able to work effectively in fast-paced environments.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Jacksonville Medical Center
05.2003 - 08.2014
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within our surgical suite by fostering open communication.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Sanitized, selected and organizing instruments, equipment and supplies according to surgeon preferences.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Served as liaison between our surgical team and family members, providing timely updates on patient progress.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in OR, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southside High School
Southside, Alabama05.1982
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL05.2003
Skills
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Calm and Composed
- Clear Patient Communication
- Ethical Practice
- Team Leadership
- Compassionate and Patient
- Personal Integrity
- Medication and IV administration
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient Assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- Monitoring Vital Signs
Certification
- Alabama Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse, License #1-099654
Timeline
PACU-SDS Charge Nurse
The Health Authority Of The City Of Anniston
12.2021 - 07.2023
Perioperative Educator
The Health Authority Of The City Of Anniston
08.2018 - 12.2021
Operating Room/PACU/Fast Track Nurse
The Health Authority Of The City Of Anniston
08.2016 - 08.2018
Operating Room Nurse Manager
The Health Authority Of The City Of Anniston
08.2014 - 08.2016
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Jacksonville Medical Center
05.2003 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Southside High School
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gadsden State Community College
- Alabama Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse, License #1-099654
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