Holly Whitehead
Cypress,TX
Summary
Dynamic OR Charge Nurse with extensive experience at Memorial Hermann Memorial City West Pavilion, excelling in surgical care and patient safety. Proven leadership and advanced assessment skills enhance operational efficiency. Adept at mentoring staff and ensuring compliance with safety protocols, fostering a collaborative environment for optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
OR Charge Nurse
Memorial Hermann Memorial City West Pavilion OR (Outpatient Surgery Center)
02.2020 - Current
- Maintain operational flow of surgical cases
- Assess and address physical and emotional needs of patients and their family
- Collaborate with Anesthesia regarding OR operational needs and work flow
- Recognize changes in patients' condition and respond appropriately
- Inform physicians of any changes in patients' progress, condition or medicinal needs
- Detect any issues that could result in injuries or other difficulties for patients or staff members
- Address patient complaints in a timely fashion to ensure patient satisfaction
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment and supplies
- Supervise surgical staff and delegate the shift's tasks and coordinate with physicians
- Coordinate daily administrative duties, including schedules, surgical staff assignments, and patient care
- Schedule staff and patients to ensure full coverage to provide safe and effective patient care
- Ensure proper care supplies are on hand
- Handle employee conflicts or concerns
- Mentor and train new staff and provide support and guidance to all staff members
- Coordinate with doctors and administrators to communicate any protocol changes to staff
- Coordinate services with other patient care units and maintain communication
OR Circulator
Memorial Hermann Memorial City West Pavilion OR (Outpatient Surgery Center)
10.2014 - 02.2020
- Provide direct nursing care and circulate during operative procedures
- Prepare and position patients for surgery in accordance with established protocols
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical techs to ensure efficient surgical flow
- Ensure surgical asepsis and patient safety are upheld throughout the perioperative process
- Support surgeries in a variety of specialties including ENT, General, Gynecology, Pain Management, Podiatry, and Urology, and Robotics.
- Adhered to AORN standards of perioperative practice.
OR Circulator
Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center
08.2005 - 02.2012
- Provide direct nursing care and circulate during operative procedures
- Prepare and position patients for surgery in accordance with established protocols
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical techs to ensure efficient surgical flow
- Ensure surgical asepsis and patient safety are upheld throughout the perioperative process
- Support surgeries in a variety of specialties including Orthopedics, ENT, General, Gynecology, Podiatry, and Urology
- Adhered to AORN standards of perioperative practice.
Preoperative Nurse
Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center
02.2012 - 10.2014
- Perform pre-operative assessments and evaluations, including reviewing patient medical history and lab results.
- Educate patients on the surgical process, including pre-op instructions and what to expect before, during, and after surgery.
- Prepare patients physically for surgery, including starting IV lines, ensuring proper documentation, and administering pre-operative medications as necessary.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other surgical team members to ensure the safety and preparedness of the patient.
- Monitor patient vitals and handle any issues related to patient care, addressing concerns as needed.
- Ensure all patient information is accurately documented in the medical records.
- Maintain a sterile environment, ensuring all necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment are prepared and ready.
- Ensure patient comfort and provide emotional support during preoperative procedures.
- Adhere to safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory guidelines.
Skills
- High level of familiarity with safety practices and procedures
- Excellent leadership, organizational, written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle stress and work shifts with sound judgment and attention to detail
- Ability to provide guidance, instruction, and leadership to nursing and related patient care staff
- Knowledge of accreditation and certification requirements and standards
- Ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of all protocols and procedures within specified surgical care
- Experience with nursing care for Preoperative patients, Peri-Operative patients, and Surgical Charge Nurse
- Advanced assessment skills
- Thorough understanding of nursing diagnosis
- IV Therapy skills
- Proficient in both Epic and Cerner electronic patient care systems
Timeline
OR Charge Nurse
Memorial Hermann Memorial City West Pavilion OR (Outpatient Surgery Center)
02.2020 - Current
OR Circulator
Memorial Hermann Memorial City West Pavilion OR (Outpatient Surgery Center)
10.2014 - 02.2020
Preoperative Nurse
Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center
02.2012 - 10.2014
OR Circulator
Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center
08.2005 - 02.2012
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