Accomplished Operating Room Charge Nurse with a proven track record at The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center. Expert in preoperative planning and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, significantly enhancing operating room efficiency and patient care. Demonstrates exceptional clinical expertise alongside teamwork, mentoring staff to excel in high-stakes environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Columbus State Community College
08.2024 - Current
Deliver information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations.
Oriente and provide instruction to students during clinical rotations.
Coach underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
Serve as a role model for professional behavior and ethical decision-making in the clinical environment.
Coordinate with clinicians to develop and coordinate student assignments.
Operating Room Charge Nurse
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
Advanced knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and perioperative nursing practices.
Ability to delegate tasks effectively, manage staff conflicts, and provide clear direction in critical situations.
Expertise in scheduling surgeries, managing equipment and supplies, and optimizing workflow.
Enhanced team communication by attending regular meetings, fostering collaboration, and sharing best practices among staff members.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate documentation, adhering to safety guidelines, and staying current on OR policies and procedures.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operating room efficiency and overall patient experience.
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Capital University
01.2021 - Current
Maintained open lines of communication with students, offering support and guidance throughout their educational journey.
Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
Implemented instructional strategies to track student progress, ascertain skills and development and perform staff assessments.
Continually sought opportunities for professional development, staying current with best practices in nursing education and integrating new knowledge into classroom instruction.
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
The James Cancer Hospital And Solove Research Institute
03.2012 - 06.2021
Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Optimized resource utilization by effectively assigning staff to appropriate patient ratios according to acuity levels.
Promoted a culture of safety, implementing protocols to reduce the incidence of hospital-acquired infections on the surgical floor.
Mentored new nurses, facilitating smooth transition into their roles while fostering teamwork and professional growth.
Facilitated timely discharges by closely monitoring patients'' progress and coordinating with physicians for prompt order execution.
Implemented patient-centered care initiatives, fostering positive relationships with patients and their families during the hospitalization process on the surgical floor.
Collaborated with ancillary departments such as Pharmacy and Laboratory services to ensure seamless coordination in addressing patients'' needs during hospitalization.
Assisted families by answering questions, supplying general information and providing frequent updates on patient progress.
IV Nurse
Decillion Infusion of Dublin
11.2019 - 05.2020
Improved patient outcomes through regular monitoring of vital signs and adjusting treatments as needed.
Served as a reliable resource for patients and families, providing support and guidance throughout the course of intravenous therapies.
Enhanced patient comfort by administering IV medications and fluids with precision and care.
Streamlined workflow by effectively organizing supplies, equipment, and documentation related to IV therapy administration.
Demonstrated expertise in various types of intravenous access devices, including peripheral catheters, midline catheters, and central lines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Columbus, OH
Skills
Clinical expertise
Teamwork and collaboration
Preoperative planning
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Columbus State Community College
08.2024 - Current
Operating Room Charge Nurse
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Capital University
01.2021 - Current
IV Nurse
Decillion Infusion of Dublin
11.2019 - 05.2020
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
The James Cancer Hospital And Solove Research Institute
03.2012 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
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