Helene Rugh
Prospect Park,PA
Summary
Dynamic Operating Room Charge Nurse with a proven track record at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital, excelling in surgical care and interdisciplinary collaboration. Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate care and streamlined workflows, reducing surgery wait times. Strong clinical expertise and critical thinking skills drive optimal patient outcomes and promote a culture of safety and teamwork.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Charge Nurse
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
05.2007 - Current
- Optimized use of resources by monitoring equipment needs, managing inventory levels, and minimizing waste.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operating room efficiency and overall patient experience.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for better patient care coordination and optimal surgical outcomes.
- Increased patient satisfaction with compassionate nursing care and thorough explanations of procedures.
- Promoted a positive work environment by addressing staff concerns promptly and effectively.
- Mentored new nurses through orientation, providing guidance on operation room protocols and nursing responsibilities.
- Provided support during surgical procedures through efficient instrument handling while ensuring sterility was maintained throughout.
- Acted as a liaison between surgical teams and hospital administration, advocating for necessary resources and support for the operating room department.
- Established a culture of open feedback among team members which led to improved collaboration and patient care.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during critical situations, ensuring prompt intervention for optimal patient outcomes.
- Reduced surgery wait times by streamlining the scheduling process and optimizing staff assignments.
- Assisted surgeons during complex procedures, showcasing strong clinical skills and attention to detail.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the operating room suite resulting in reduced downtime between surgeries.
- Collected, labeled, and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical Oncology
Riddle Memorial Hospital
08.2005 - 05.2007
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Downers Grove, IL02-2027
Certificate of Proficiency- Perioperative Nursing - Nursing
Delaware County Community College
Media, PA04-2007
Associate of Applied Science -
Delaware County Community College
Media, PA05-2005
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Ethical practice
- Healthcare regulations
- Surgical care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Preoperative planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Basic life support
- Critical thinking
- Patient safety
- Decision-making
- Patient positioning
- Infection control
Timeline
Operating Room Charge Nurse
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
05.2007 - Current
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical Oncology
Riddle Memorial Hospital
08.2005 - 05.2007
Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Certificate of Proficiency- Perioperative Nursing - Nursing
Delaware County Community College
Associate of Applied Science -
Delaware County Community College
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