Jess Russell
Ophthalmology Surgery Center of Dallas
Dallas,TX
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience
Enthusiastic Perioperative nurse offering 10+ years of experience in healthcare. Known for excellent bedside manner and efficient communication with colleagues. Knowledgeable in standard medical diagnoses and operating room equipment. Experienced in caring for patients and supporting teammates and physicians alike. Promotes positive and high energy within the workplace. Demonstrates leadership qualities and fulfills responsibilities outside of designated roles. ACLS, BLS and PALS certified.
Work History
Clinical Manager
2 Years 11 Months- Responsible for the overall clinical operations, quality outcomes, patient experience, and staff leadership within a 9-operating room ophthalmology ambulatory surgery center. This role provides oversight for approximately 120 employees and directly supervises 7 departmental leaders. Ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care while improving operational efficiency, maintaining regulatory compliance, promoting employee engagement, and fostering a positive and collaborative culture.
Perioperative Nurse
1 Year 1 Month- Collaborated with physicians, colleagues and leadership to provide optimal patient care in a multispecialty surgery center with service lines including, Orthopedics, General, ENT, Plastics, Urology and Ophthalmology. Communicated, assessed, treated, and monitored patients throughout the perioperative setting.
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4 Years 8 Months- Specialized in ophthalmic procedures including glaucoma, cornea, cataract, ocular plastics, retina, and strabismus. Trained new nurses in proper techniques, standards of care, operational procedures and safety policies and protocols. Demonstrated leadership by fulfilling charge nurse responsibilities.
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 Years- Rotated working independently on a high acuity 16 bed floor and 50 bed unit with cognitive diagnoses including Alzheimer's and dementia. Assisted with patient admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Skills
Managerial experience
Mentoring
Self awareness
Emotional Intelligence
Professional Development
Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Selected as 2021 SCA Values Hero for Service Excellence.
- Nominated for SCA Values Hero 2025 and 2026.
Certification
Texas 933917, Hawaii 108256
Timeline
Clinical Manager
Ophthalmology Surgery Center of Dallas
11.2023 - CurrentRead More
Perioperative Nurse
Aloha Surgery Center
10.2022 - 11.2023Read More
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Ophthalmology Surgery Center of Dallas
01.2018 - 09.2022Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Care One at Wilmington
10.2014 - 10.2017Read More
Dallas Nursing Institute
Associate of Science from Nursing
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Northern Essex Community College
Associate of Arts from General Studies
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North Shore Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse from Practical Nursing
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