Jennifer Stubbs
Bangor,Maine
Summary
Experienced peri-operative Registered Nurse with over 19 years of training in Operating Room, PACU, Same Day Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dependable team player that enjoys the challenge of the multi-specialty role. BLS, ACLS, PALS, CNOR, and Conscious Sedation. Currently working as a travel nurse and enjoying the challenge that brings.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel RN
CrossCountry Healthcare
09.2021 - Current
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care in both Level 1 and Level 2 trauma centers in pre-operative, operating room, and PACU settings.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
- Educated patients and loved ones regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
- Monitored and administered conscious sedation while taking vital signs and documenting patient progress
- Efficiently managed caseloads at various locations, ensuring timely assessment and intervention for each assigned patient.
- Mentored new staff members on safe practices within the operating room setting, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance as charge nurse.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
MaineGeneral Medical Center
03.2016 - 02.2024
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care in OR, PACU, and Endoscopy settings
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orientated patients to unit
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Circulated and scrubbed during surgical procedures in multiple OR settings
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Relief charge nurse
Travel RN
Travel Nurse Across America
11.2018 - 09.2021
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care in both Level 1 and Level 2 trauma centers as well as community-based hospitals
- Monitored and administered conscious sedation while taking vital signs and documenting patient progress
- Efficiently managed caseloads at various locations, ensuring timely assessment and intervention for each assigned patient.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
OPERATING ROOM RN
Redington-Fairview General Hospital
09.2011 - 03.2016
- Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members to foster a collaborative work environment.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Conducted thorough post-operative assessments to monitor patient recovery and prevent complications.
- Mentored new OR nurses, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective patient care strategies.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a clean and organized operating room environment.
OPERATING ROOM RN/CST/NUA
MaineGeneral Medical Center
01.2001 - 09.2011
- Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Assisted surgeons in procedures, anticipating their needs and providing necessary support.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Applied strong attention-to-detail when performing instrument counts before and after surgeries, reducing potential risks associated with retained foreign objects.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
EMT/Hazmat Technician
Madison Paper Industries
06.1996 - 09.1999
- Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
- Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Ensured compliance to OSHA regulations through diligent record-keeping, reporting, and documentation of hazardous materials handling procedures.
- Handled emergency spills and environmental cleanup requests with organized approach.
- Improved emergency response times by participating in routine drills, simulations, and team training exercises.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Aspen, CO01.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kennebec Valley Community College
Fairfield, ME01.2011
Surgical Technology Diploma -
Maine Medical School of Surgical Technology
Portland01.2005
Nursing Assistant Certification -
Skowhegan Area Technical Center
Skowhegan01.1993
High School Diploma -
Skowhegan Area High School
Skowhegan, ME01.1993
Skills
- Operating Room Nursing
- Patient and family advocacy
- IV drug therapy and excellent aseptic technique
- Nursing Documentation
- EMR / EHR
- Delegation and Motivation
- Intake and discharge
- Patient Assessments
Timeline
Travel RN
CrossCountry Healthcare
09.2021 - Current
Travel RN
Travel Nurse Across America
11.2018 - 09.2021
Perioperative Registered Nurse
MaineGeneral Medical Center
03.2016 - 02.2024
OPERATING ROOM RN
Redington-Fairview General Hospital
09.2011 - 03.2016
OPERATING ROOM RN/CST/NUA
MaineGeneral Medical Center
01.2001 - 09.2011
EMT/Hazmat Technician
Madison Paper Industries
06.1996 - 09.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kennebec Valley Community College
Surgical Technology Diploma -
Maine Medical School of Surgical Technology
Nursing Assistant Certification -
Skowhegan Area Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Skowhegan Area High School
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