Ericka PAYNE
Hinesville,GA
Summary
Dynamic Circulating OR Nurse with experience at St. Joseph'sCandler, excelling in patient advocacy and infection control. Proven track record in enhancing surgical efficiency through sterile technique and teamwork. Adept at managing surgical instruments and ensuring patient safety, contributing to a 20% improvement in workflow efficiency. Skilled in critical thinking and effective communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Circulating OR Nurse
St. Joseph'sCandler
Savannah, GA
10.2023 - Current
- Anticipated potential needs in the operating room environment by maintaining an organized workspace and replenishing supplies as needed for efficient workflow.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in perioperative nursing care.
- Preserved patient dignity and privacy throughout the surgical experience by advocating for their rights as part of a holistic approach to nursing care.
- Managed the care of surgical instruments throughout procedures, ensuring proper handling, cleaning, and sterilization to uphold patient safety standards.
Nurse Extern
HCA Memorial Health University Medical Center
Savannah, GA
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with supervising nurses to ensure quality care for all patients on the unit.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
Unit Coordinator
Liberty Regional Medical Center
Hinesville, GA
07.2015 - 10.2020
- Handled confidential patient information with discretion, adhering to HIPAA regulations to protect privacy rights.
- Trained new Unit Coordinators on unit-specific protocols, contributing to overall team proficiency in delivering exceptional patient care experiences.
- Achieved appropriate patient flow by admitting, transferring and discharging patients in computer system and notifying appropriate personnel of patient status verbally and through signage.
- Managed medical emergencies calmly and effectively while activating appropriate codes according to hospital policy; ensuring prompt response from specialized personnel.
Education
Certificate -
Certified Nurse Assistant
Jesup, GAAssociate of Science - Nursing
Concorde Career College
Jacksonville, FL11-2022
General Studies
Bradwell Instittute
Hinesville, GA05-2005
Skills
- Fluid management
- Airway management
- IV insertion
- Patient positioning
- Specimen collection
- Quality improvement
- Sterile technique
- Blood transfusion
- Surgical counts
- Preoperative assessment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Basic life support
- Critical thinking
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient safety
- Patient communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
Timeline
Circulating OR Nurse
St. Joseph'sCandler
10.2023 - Current
Nurse Extern
HCA Memorial Health University Medical Center
10.2021 - 10.2023
Unit Coordinator
Liberty Regional Medical Center
07.2015 - 10.2020
Certificate -
Certified Nurse Assistant
Associate of Science - Nursing
Concorde Career College
General Studies
Bradwell Instittute