Janet Taguinod
Bronx ,NY
Summary
Accomplished Operating Room Head Nurse at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center, showcasing expertise in clinical leadership and compassionate care. Elevated patient safety, reducing hospital-acquired infections significantly. Mentored staff, fostering professional growth, and championed quality improvement projects. Skilled in disaster planning and patient care planning, ensuring optimal outcomes and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Head Nurse
Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center
03.1995 - 01.2021
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Served as a liaison between the nursing department and hospital administration to address staffing concerns, policy changes, and budgetary issues effectively.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, identifying areas for growth and providing constructive feedback when necessary.
- Led multidisciplinary team meetings to review patient progress, adjust care plans as needed, and ensure optimal collaboration among healthcare providers.
- Championed infection control measures within the unit, resulting in reduced rates of hospital-acquired infections.
- Reduced medical errors with thorough documentation and adherence to strict safety standards.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff participation in quality improvement projects.
- Streamlined communication between interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of unit-wide initiatives to improve overall hospital performance.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new nurses, ensuring a smooth onboarding process.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop personalized care plans for patients with complex conditions.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Operating Room Staff Nurse
Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center
03.1992 - 02.1995
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Closely monitored patients during surgery for any changes in vital signs or condition, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
- Reduced surgical complications through effective preoperative assessments and patient education on proper postoperative care.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of all patient interactions, contributing to accurate and timely communication among healthcare providers.
- Coordinated effectively with anesthesia providers to ensure safe administration of anesthesia and appropriate pain management techniques during surgery.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict infection control measures and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Conducted thorough instrument counts before and after each surgery, minimizing the risk of retained foreign objects.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students, fostering the development of future nursing professionals within the perioperative setting.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health
03.1986 - 01.1992
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
St. Paul College of Tuguegarao
Cagayan , Philippines 03.1980
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Disaster planning
- Compassionate care
- Patient care planning
Timeline
Operating Room Head Nurse
Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center
03.1995 - 01.2021
Operating Room Staff Nurse
Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center
03.1992 - 02.1995
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health
03.1986 - 01.1992
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
St. Paul College of Tuguegarao
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