Erica James
Sherburne,NY
Summary
OR circulating nurse with 3 years off experience. I have worked in orthopedics, neurosurgery, general, obstetrics and gynecology surgeries, GI scopes, and cataract surgery. I am always willing to help, and interested in learning new cases.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating-room-registered-nurse
Chenango Memorial Hospital
05.2021 - Current
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Managed efficient use of operating room resources, streamlining procedures and minimizing waste.
- Provided high-quality care for diverse patient populations, addressing individual needs and concerns.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Streamlined communication among surgical team members, facilitating efficient flow of information during critical moments in surgery.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and enhance OR practices.
- Continually updated knowledge on best practices in nursing care through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated with anesthesia providers to ensure proper administration of anesthesia during procedures.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Served as a liaison between the surgical team and family members, providing timely updates on patient progress.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville
Morrisville, NY05.2021
Skills
- Operating Room Safety
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patient Positioning
- Patient Safety
- Maintaining Sterility
- HIPAA Compliance
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Charting
- Circulating Nurse Skills
- Adapting to Change
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient and family advocacy
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
BLS, ACLS, PALS.
Timeline
Operating-room-registered-nurse
Chenango Memorial Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville
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