Donna Bohan
Hamburg,NY
Summary
Seasoned Operating Room Nurse Manager with deep expertise in overseeing perioperative services, coordinating nursing teams, and managing patient care. Skilled in implementing effective operating room procedures, adhering to strict safety protocols, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrated leadership in fostering team collaboration, improving workflow efficiency, and reducing surgical complications. Instrumental in driving continuous quality improvement measures for enhanced patient satisfaction.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute School Nurse
Lakeshore Central School District
Angola, New York
11.2024 - Current
Operating Room Nurse Manager
Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
Buffalo
03.2002 - 03.2014
- Developed and implemented patient care protocols to ensure quality of care in the operating room.
- Assessed staff performance, provided feedback, and created individualized development plans for nurses and technicians in the operating room.
- Resolved complex clinical issues related to patient care in the operating room.
- Oversaw surgery team assignments and staffing levels during shifts.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff by ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Created policies and procedures for the operating room nursing staff as needed.
- Monitored budgeting activities for supplies, equipment, and personnel expenses related to the OR department.
- Provided guidance to medical staff members concerning OR procedures and protocol changes.
- Conducted interviews with prospective candidates for positions within the OR department.
- Collaborated with hospital leadership to develop strategies that improve efficiency of operations in the OR setting.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulatory standards such as HIPAA.
- Attended weekly meetings with physicians and administrators regarding operational matters pertaining to the OR department.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
Buffalo, New York
08.1985 - 03.2002
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted physicians during surgical procedures.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY05-1985
Skills
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Quality Improvement
- Clinical Leadership
- Department management
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
- Staff Supervision
- Staff Leadership
- Corrective Action Implementation
- Compliance Oversight
- Clinical Supervision
- Hiring and Terminations
Timeline
Substitute School Nurse
Lakeshore Central School District
11.2024 - Current
Operating Room Nurse Manager
Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
03.2002 - 03.2014
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
08.1985 - 03.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trocaire College