Jimmie Maplethorpe
Fort Gibson,OK
Summary
Conscientious Operating Room Staff Nurse for 1 1/2 yrs offering 20 years of experience in healthcare. Known for excellent bedside manner and efficient communication with colleagues. Knowledgeable in standard medical diagnoses and OR equipment. Over exceeds compassionate spiritual care to patients and their families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Staff Registered Nurse
Northeastern Health System Tahlequah
10.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
- Managed efficient use of operating room resources, streamlining procedures and minimizing waste.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Served as a liaison between the surgical team and family members, providing timely updates on patient progress.
- Conducted thorough preoperative assessments to identify potential risks and address concerns prior to surgery.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during recovery, monitoring vital signs and administering medications as needed.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and enhance OR practices.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Traveling ICU Registered Nurse
Gifted Healthcare
01.2013 - 10.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by providing expert clinical care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the ICU setting.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Reduced patient length of stay by efficiently managing acute critical care needs and facilitating timely discharge planning.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and diligently monitoring for potential complications.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and families during difficult transitions.
- Optimized medication administration safety by double-checking dosages against physician orders and monitoring for potential drug interactions or allergies.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring that all aspects of care were aligned with each individual''s values and preferences.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Maintained professional growth through pursuit of continuing education opportunities, enhancing competency in critical care nursing practice.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly acclimating to diverse hospital settings while traveling between assignments as an ICU Registered Nurse.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Cross Country Healthcare
01.2013 - 10.2022
- Enhanced patient care in ICU by closely monitoring vital signs and administering appropriate treatments.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge instructions and follow-up care to patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult situations, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Educated family members about their loved one''s condition, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding treatment options.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all aspects of patient care as mandated by regulatory standards.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse patient populations and complex cases, showcasing versatility as a Travel Registered Nurse in the ICU setting.
- Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Streamlined communication between medical professionals, ensuring timely updates on patient status and treatment plans.
Travel Registered Nurse
Nurses First Solutions
11.2015 - 04.2018
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, including central line placements, lumbar punctures, and thoracenteses.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bacone College
Muskogee, OK05.2004
Skills
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient Positioning
- Surgical Assistance
- Sterile Field Maintenance
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Advocacy
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- IV Administration
- Patient Charting
- Medication Administration
- Patient Communication
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Acute care expertise
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse Oklahoma Multistate - 03/04/2005-Current
- Basic Life Support 6/17/22-6/2024
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support 6/17/2022-6/2024
- NIH Stroke Scale B 9/8/2023
Additional Information
- August 23, 2021-August 20, 2022 Cross Country Healthcare Covid ICU Travel Contract Complete: Willis Knighton Medical Center, Shreveport Louisiana
- July 12, 2021-August 21, 2021 Cross Country Healthcare ICU Travel Contract Complete: Mercy Fort Smith Arkansas
- July 12, 2020-July 10, 2021 Cross Country Healthcare Covid ICU Travel Contract Complete: Integris Portland Medical Center Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- May 4, 2020-July 4, 2020 Cross Country Covid ICU Travel Contract Complete: Integris Baptist Medical Center oklahoma City Oklahoma
- March 14, 2020-April 28, 2020 Gifted Healthcare Covid ICU Travel Contract Complete: McAlester Regional Medical Center McAlester Oklahoma
- July 1, 2019-February 29, 2020 Cross Country Healthcare 701 Hepatic Transplant ICU Contract Complete: Integris Baptist Medical Center Oklahoma City Oklahoma
- February 29, 2018-July 1, 2019 Cross Country Healthcare 701 Hepatic Transplant ICU Contract Complete: Integris Baptist Medical Center Oklahoma City Oklahoma
- May 31, 2018-June 30, 2018 Gifted Healthcare Medical ICU Travel Contract Complete: W.W. Hastings Hospital Tahlequah Oklahoma( 6 mont intervals up to one year)
- April 30, 2018-May 31, 2018 Gifted Healthcare Medical ICU Perdiem shifts for Northeastern Health System and W.W. Hastings Hospital in between contracts.
- November 29, 2015-April 30, 2018 Nurses First Solutions Sepsis ICU Contract Complete: Integris Baptist Medical Center Oklahoma City Oklahoma (6 month Intervals up to one year at a time)
- August 31, 2015-November 28, 2015 Medical ICU Travel Contract Complete: Mercy Medical Center Ada Oklahoma
- January 01, 2013-August 31, 2015 Gifted Healthcare Sepsis ICU Travel Contract Complete: Integris Baptist Medical Center Oklahoma City Oklahoma (6 month Intervals up to one year at a time)
Personal/Professional References
- James Taylor-Transfer Coordinator Northeastern Health System Tahlequah Oklahoma 918-456-0641
- Lori Owens-ICU W.W. Hastings Hospital 918-458-3100
- Andrea Smith Friend/Personal Reference Muskogee Oklahoma 918-284-2392
- Carrie Dowdy, Bobbi Scott, Brian Anderson, or Dayna Simmons, ICU Charge Nurses W.W. Hastings Hospital 918-458-3100
- Peggy Tinsley Friend/Personal 918-230-0498 Muskogee/Coweta Oklahoma
- Lisa Knight -Operating Room Supervisor W.W. Hastings Hospital 918-458-3100
Timeline
Operating Room Staff Registered Nurse
Northeastern Health System Tahlequah
10.2022 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Nurses First Solutions
11.2015 - 04.2018
Traveling ICU Registered Nurse
Gifted Healthcare
01.2013 - 10.2023
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Cross Country Healthcare
01.2013 - 10.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bacone College
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