Emily Gieger
Southside,AL
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 5+ 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 Operating Room specialty.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse-Operating Room, Endoscopy Lab, PACU
St. Vincent’s Health Systems
05.2021 - Current
- Responsible for managing all nursing care within operating room, observing surgical team from a broad perspective and assisting team to create and maintain a safe, comfortable environment for patient’s surgery.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
Registered Nurse-Operating Room
University Alabama Of Birmingham Level 1-Contract
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Prepared surgical suite according to surgery and surgeon preference, Collaborated with surgical team to ensure highest safety and surgical standards for the patient, maintained safe surgical environment.
- Provided comprehensive education to patients regarding their upcoming surgeries to alleviate anxiety, address concerns, and ensure informed consent was obtained properly.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Registered Nurse-Operating Room (CVOR)
Riverview Regional Medical Center
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Place patients in appropriate positions, managed equipment and instruments, anticipated surgeons and scrub needs
- Applied collaborative teamwork and leadership
- Performed timeouts, charting surgical supplies used, care of patient during procedure.
- Prevented spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse-Emergency Room
Gadsden Regional Medical
05.2018 - 02.2019
- Making quick and accurate assessments about incoming patients
- Assisting in development, implementation, and evaluation of standards of care and professional practice in collaboration with members of the health care team
- Reacted quickly to emergent scenarios.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Surgical Technologist
St. Vincent’s Health Systems
04.2013 - 06.2018
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arranged instruments according to surgeons’ preferences or instructions
- Created safe operating environment for invasive and non-invasive procedures
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing operating room for subsequent cases.
Education
Registered Nursing -
Snead State Community College
Boaz, Alabama05.2018
Surgical Technology -
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, Alabama05.2013
Skills
- Communication
- Documentation
- Teamwork
- Team Leadership
- Critical Thinking
- Patient monitoring & assessment
- Decision-Making
- Staff Training
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Operating Room
University Alabama Of Birmingham Level 1-Contract
11.2023 - 01.2024
Charge Nurse-Operating Room, Endoscopy Lab, PACU
St. Vincent’s Health Systems
05.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse-Operating Room (CVOR)
Riverview Regional Medical Center
02.2019 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse-Emergency Room
Gadsden Regional Medical
05.2018 - 02.2019
Surgical Technologist
St. Vincent’s Health Systems
04.2013 - 06.2018
Registered Nursing -
Snead State Community College
Surgical Technology -
Gadsden State Community College
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