Jami Woodrum
LaBelle,FL
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Dedicated Medical Surgical Registered Nurse offering expert clinical skills and judgment. Delivers top-notch care to patients with diverse surgical histories. Uses nursing processes to effectively assess, plan and evaluate patient care. Highly observant, diligent and dedicated patients.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lehigh Regional Medical Center
Lehigh Acres , Florida
2022 - Current
- Assessed patients' health condition and nursing needs before, during, and after surgery.
- Collaborated with surgeons to ensure optimal patient care throughout the operative process.
- Provided preoperative teaching to patients and their families regarding anesthesia, surgery, and post-operative care.
- Developed a plan of care for each patient based on assessment findings and established standards of care.
- Performed circulating duties such as setting up sterile fields per surgeon preference cards and passing instruments and supplies during operations.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available for each procedure performed in the operating room.
- Demonstrated flexibility in responding quickly and efficiently during emergency situations.
- Assisted anesthesiologists with induction of anesthesia using various drugs and medications according to individualized needs of the patient.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Educated patients and families on medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain management.
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Supervised processes and verified patient information to support patient care.
Registered Nurse
Lehigh Regional Medical Center
Lehigh Acres , FL
2003.10 - 2020
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Assessed patient condition and developed individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
- Educated families about their loved ones' conditions and provided emotional support.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered utilizing the electronic medical record system.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Provided education to patients regarding disease prevention and home care instructions.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper nursing protocols for emergency room operations.
- Assisted in the preparation of trauma victims for transfer or discharge from the hospital.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Ensured appropriate positioning of patients on operating table prior to surgery.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative procedures including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Managed instrumentation during surgical cases, ensuring proper functioning of equipment at all times.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures when indicated in the event of complications or unexpected outcomes.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with family members or other health team members.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's medical record throughout the perioperative process.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Supervised processes and verified patient information to support patient care.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse
Performance Surgery Center
Ft Myers , FL
2020 - 2022
- Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments, holding retractors and suctioning.
- Provided patient education on preoperative and postoperative care instructions.
- Maintained accurate surgical records in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Assessed patient condition before, during and after surgery to ensure safety standards are met.
- Administered medications as prescribed by the surgeon according to established protocols.
- Documented all relevant information regarding patient's medical history, allergies. prior to surgery.
- Assisted in preparing operating rooms by setting up sterile fields with necessary supplies and equipment for each procedure.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families before, during and after surgeries.
- Cared for patients in recovery room following surgery until they were stable enough for discharge or transfer.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Performed venipuncture to collect blood and submitted to lab for pre-operative testing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
2018-01
Associate of Science - Nursing
Edison Community College
Fort Myers, FL2005-01
High School Diploma -
Labelle High School
Labelle, FL1994-01
Skills
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Emergency Response
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Professional Bedside Manner
- OR and ER experience
- Patient Care
- Family Education
- Emergency Procedures
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- Code Blue Team Leader
- Charge Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lehigh Regional Medical Center
2003.10 - 2020
Registered Nurse
Lehigh Regional Medical Center
2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Performance Surgery Center
2020 - 2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Edison Community College
High School Diploma -
Labelle High School
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- Code Blue Team Leader
- Charge Nurse
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