Jill Luckhurst RN, BSN, CNOR

• Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
• Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
• Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.

Responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of the OR department, ensuring safe and effective patient care, and managing staff and resources.

Manage the OR schedule, coordinating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other departments to ensure timely and efficient flow.

Managed the daily flow of the operating rooms, assisting with room turnover, operating room set-ups, and daily staffing.

Ensure adherence to OR safety standards, infection control protocols.

Collaborated with SPD on daily basis to ensure necessary instrumentation for next days schedule.

Identify and address problems or issues within the OR, assisting with implementing solutions to improve efficiency and patient care.

• Served as a clinical expert in surgical procedures, providing guidance and mentorship to nursing staff members when needed.
• Led change management efforts during organizational restructuring, maintaining high levels of employee engagement and operational efficiency.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills, serving as a role model for staff members and facilitating professional growth opportunities within the department.
• Streamlined preoperative processes, enhancing patient education and reducing wait times for surgery.

• Developed, implemented and coordinated individualized plan of care for patients assigned through initial and on-going assessments.
• Advocated for evidence-based practice care standards and supported adoption of care delivery innovations.
• Increased patient satisfaction with empathetic support and clear communication before, during, and after surgery.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay updated on new techniques and advances in perioperative nursing.

• Coordinated with vendors for specialized equipment needed for specific surgeries reducing delays in surgery start times.
• Empowered patients through education on surgical procedures ensuring informed consent was obtained before surgery.
• Supported anesthesia providers with patient induction, monitoring anesthesia levels, and ensuring appropriate recovery postsurgery.
• Assisted surgeons with equipment setup, positioning patients properly on the operating table, and draping them in a sterile manner.