ANNETTE KANCILIA

Preoperative RN Duties

• Completed patients preoperative assessment which includes health history, allergies & current medications.
• IV placement as ordered.
• Administered preoperative antibiotics & sedation as ordered by physician.
• Obtained surgical consent in alignment with facility policy.

Operating Room RN Duties

• Prepared operating room for procedure by obtaining appropriate supplies.
• Observed AORN guidelines while opening sterile supplies.
• Monitored patient during the procedure obtaining vital signs.
• Administerd nitrous oxide under direct supervision of the physician.

PACU RN Duties

• Observed patient LOC post surgical procedure.
• Provided airway management as needed.
• Monitored vital signs.
• Assessed patient discomfort utilizing universal pain scale.
• Followed physician orders for treatment of pain including IV/ PO pain medication.
• Discharged patient to home when facility criteria was met.

• Performs initial and ongoing reviews pertaining to primary role (prior authorization), appropriately applying clinical criteria (InterQual, MCG, policies, National and Local Coverage Determinations) for approval and sending to Medical Directors if review is necessary for determining an adverse determination
• Collaborates with Medical Directors, clinical peers and Health Plan partners on performing appropriate clinical decision making and/or referrals
• Applies clinical expertise when discussing case with internal and external Case Managers and Physicians
• Follows all Standard Operating Procedures in end-to-end management of cases
• Participates in team meetings, education discussions and related activities
• Maintains compliance with Federal, State and accreditation organizations

• Managed care for pre-operative and post-operative patients
• Performed circulating nurse duties during pain management procedures
• Observed and reports patient condition, progress and any side effects to accurately document updates
• Maintained proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety

• Performed as a scrub and circulating nurse for all surgical specialties
• Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident
• Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties

• Documented patient information obtained from interviews
• Evaluated patient care needs and maintained patient flow
• Managed care for pre-operative and post-operative patients
• Performed circulating nurse duties during pain management procedures

• Oversaw and provided consultation regarding opening new outpatient surgery centers
• Assisted with recruiting and hiring, while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations
• Educated staff on state and federal statutes, rules and regulations governing ambulatory surgical centers
• Facilitated creative development of processes and standards to ensure quality patient care
• Interpreted and communicated new or revised policies to management and staff
• Partnered with vendors to order and maintain inventory of supplies, while overseeing inventory and supply purchases
• Strategically planned methods to achieve operational goals and targets
• Participated in facility surveys and inspections made by authorized governmental agencies
• Continually maintained and improved the company's reputation and positive image in the markets served

• Oversaw and managed opening new outpatient surgery center
• Developed and achieved unit goals and objectives utilizing a participative approach to improve the quality of care and market position
• Facilitated creative development of processes and standards to ensure quality patient care
• Implemented and monitored effective and appropriate performance improvement programs
• Accountable for preparation, monitoring, and management of operational budget
• Provided input on operational and capital budget based on physician and staff needs
• Participated in making collaborative decisions that contribute to the success of the organization
• Used critical thinking to adapt to the changing needs of the healthcare system

• Performed as circulating nurse for orthopedic cases
• Actively participated in Quality Improvement Program
• Assisted in on-boarding process for new nursing staff

• Supervised 40 employees, led recruiting and hiring, managed employee review process and ensured compliance with state and federal regulations
• Actively participated in Quality Improvement program as a QI Committee Chairman, Risk Manager, and Infection Control Nurse
• Completed and monitored surgery center budget to ensure financial objectives were met
• Responsible for materials and equipment management

• Performed as a scrub and circulating nurse for all surgical specialties
• Acted as relief OR charge nurse
• Actively participated in Quality Improvement Program as a QI Committee Member
• Skillfully performed peer review and nursing chart audits to assess skills to ensure quality patient care

• Performed as scrub and circulating nurse in all surgical specialties
• Acted as relief OR charge nurse

• Promoted physician partnership and development of the surgery center
• Monitored budget and participated in coordination of finances to ensure financial objectives were met
• Achieved surgery center goals and objectives by instituting new standards for outpatient care
• Performed Governing Body review and provided support as a QI Committee Member
• Maintained knowledge of AAAHC standards and successfully participated in AAAHC Accreditation survey

• Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow
• Implemented assignments based on evaluation of facility need and staffing requirements
• Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff
• Responsible for inventory and equipment management

• Recorded patients medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
• Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments
• Partnered with team of Registered Nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients
• Team coordinator for EENT, Hand, and Orthopedic Services
• Skillfully supervised Central Supply