Janice Anders, RN, BSN
Rogers,AR
Summary
Current experience as a PreAdmission Testing nurse in an Outpatient Surgical setting. Adept at providing quality patient care, medical procedures, and IV starts. Possesses strong comprehensive computer documentation skills. I am reliable, flexible, and adaptable to new situations. Utilizes effective communication and critical thinking skills to manage patient needs, safety, and coordination with the healthcare team.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
PreAdmission Testing Nurse
Physician's Specialty Hospital
07.2018 - 03.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Works effectively in fast-paced environments
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
Special Procedures Nurse/Pain Management Registered Nurse
Physicians' Specialty Hospital
07.2018 - 01.2022
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards
- IV starts prior to procedure
- Administered medications via oral and intravenous routes, and monitored patient response
- Vital signs on arrival to preop and post-op, prior to discharge, and as indicated
- Performed dressing changes post procedure as indicated, and intradermal bleeding times, urine pregnancy tests prior to procedure
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally
- Notified physician of any post-procedure problems and/or concerns
- Assisted physician with spinal cord stimulator placement and epidural spinal injections
- Maintained patient log and associated procedural charges via computer
Pain Management Nurse
Mercy Clinic
03.2017 - 06.2018
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Performed post-procedure dressing changes as needed
- Notified physician of any post-procedure problems or concerns immediately
- Vital signs on arrival, post-procedure per policy, and as indicated
- Discharged patients per discharge and/or conscious sedation criteria
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
Orthopedics/NeuroStepdown/Surgical Acute Nurse
Scripps Green Hospital
07.1994 - 11.2016
Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse
Mercy Hospital/Scripps Green Hospital
08.1987 - 07.1992
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL06-2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Grossmont College
La Mesa, CA06-1987
Skills
- Practices appropriate telephone and patient triage skills, balancing quality care with efficient use of time and resources
- Performs verbal assessment via telephone or in person prior to upcoming surgery
- Obtains and documents detailed medical, cardiac, pulmonary, surgical history and allergies
- Closely screens patients for use of all diabetic, cardiac, pulmonary, seizure, and blood thinning medications
- Draws labs, obtains urinalysis, and chest x-ray per Radiology as ordered by physician and/or anesthesiologist when indicated
- Ensures patient understands need for and rationale of NPO status prior to surgery
- Initiates action to reduce or correct risk ie blood thinners and when to stop prior to surgery
- Performs preop patient teaching and education
- Maintains and promotes patient safety by assessing physical and psychological needs
- Responds to telephone inquiries regarding expressed needs/concerns of patient
- Obtains appropriate clearances as designated by Anesthesia
- Answers all questions regarding preop instructions , medications, and anesthesia techniques used by anesthesiologist
Timeline
PreAdmission Testing Nurse
Physician's Specialty Hospital
07.2018 - 03.2025
Special Procedures Nurse/Pain Management Registered Nurse
Physicians' Specialty Hospital
07.2018 - 01.2022
Pain Management Nurse
Mercy Clinic
03.2017 - 06.2018
Orthopedics/NeuroStepdown/Surgical Acute Nurse
Scripps Green Hospital
07.1994 - 11.2016
Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse
Mercy Hospital/Scripps Green Hospital
08.1987 - 07.1992
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Grossmont College
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