John R. Prendergast
Oneida Healthcare
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Versatile Professional Registered Nurse with over 25 years of experience specializing in peri-operative care and patient recovery. Expertise in conducting comprehensive nursing assessments, administering medications, and leading staff in high-pressure enthronements. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and critical thinking.
Work History
Registered Nurse (PACU/Peri-operative Coordinator)
1 Year 8 Months- Managed 53 employees PACU, OR, ASU and PAT
- Staff scheduling, various HR task
- Managed care for various age groups, including pediatric and adult patients.
- Conducted Phase I and II clinical trials to evaluate treatment effectiveness.
- Nursing assessments, education, IV insertion
- Supervise 75 employees PACU, OR, ASU, ENDO and PAT
- Processed bi-weekly payroll for nursing and support staff, maintaining accurate financial records
- Coordinated staff schedules and handled multiple HR responsibilities.ss
- Work closely with surgeons and anesthesia teams for efficiency
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, enhancing patient care quality.
Registered Nurse (Outpatient Clinic)
5 Months- Assist with wound care (wound vac), dressing change, suture/staple removal and colostomy care
- Provided wound care (wound vac), dressing changes, suture/staple removal, and colostomy care to enhance patient recovery and comfort
- Supported small procedures including hemorrhoid banding, contributing to patient treatment plans
- Performed ankle-brachial index assessments for vascular patients to evaluate blood flow.
- Reviewed incoming referrals and completed disability forms.
Registered Nurse (Endoscopy Unit)
3 Months- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, within an endoscopy unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and health maintenance strategies.
Registered Nurse (Travel assignment) PACU
4 Months- Conducted nursing assessments and provided patient education to enhance recovery and understanding of post-operative care
- Supported various surgical teams in performing general, neuro, bariatric, orthopedic, plastic, urology, gynecological, and endoscopic procedures.
- Oversaw care for various age groups in phase I recovery after surgery.
- Administered IV/PO medications using the EMR system (Sorion) alongside paper charting.
Registered Nurse (PACU, Pre/Post & OR Circulator)
3 Years 11 Months- Conducted nursing assessments, provided education, and performed IV insertions to ensure patient readiness and comfort
- Provided support as relief charge nurse for team management
- Nursing assessments, education, IV insertion
- Managed various age groups after surgery in phase I & II.
- Administered IV and PO medications through EMR system (EPIC) to maintain accurate medication records and patient care
Registered Nurse (Outpatient treatment program)
2 Years 5 Months- Conducted assessments (intakes) for new patients entering program to ensure appropriate treatment planning
- Conducted medical management assessments
- Performed utilization reviews to ensure appropriate resource use and quality of care
- Administered medications (Methadone) and managed EMR system (AccuMed) for accurate patient records
Registered Nurse (Psychiatry unit)
6 Months- Conducted nursing assessments and provided patient education to enhance understanding of treatment plans
- Facilitated group and individual meetings with patients to support therapeutic goals and promote engagement
- Administered PO and IM medications using EMR system (EPIC) for accurate patient records.
Education
Master’s of Science - Management
AAS - Nursing
AAS - Health Services Management
BPS - Health Services Management
Skills
IV administration
Medication administration
Patient education
IV therapy
Wound care
Critical thinking
Team collaboration
Effective communication
Certification
NIH (exp. 03/2027), BLS (exp. 09/2027), PALS (exp. 06/2027) & ACLS (exp. 09/2027)
Timeline
Registered Nurse (PACU/Peri-operative Coordinator)
Oneida Healthcare
12.2024 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse (Outpatient Clinic)
MVHS (MOB General Surgery)
07.2024 - 12.2024Read More
Registered Nurse (Endoscopy Unit)
Bassett Healthcare
04.2024 - 07.2024Read More
Registered Nurse (Travel assignment) PACU
Supplemental Healthcare
12.2023 - 04.2024Read More
Registered Nurse (PACU, Pre/Post & OR Circulator)
MVHS (St. Luke’s Campus)
01.2020 - 12.2023Read More
Registered Nurse (Psychiatry unit)
MVHS (St. Luke’s Campus)
07.2019 - 01.2020Read More
Registered Nurse (Outpatient treatment program)
Beacon Center-OTP
10.2017 - 03.2020Read More
Suny-IT
BPS from Health Services Management
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HCCC
AAS from Health Services Management
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St. Elizabeth College of Nursing
AAS from Nursing
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Keuka College
Master’s of Science from Management
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