Kimberly R. Bundley-Johnson
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Knowledgeable Perioperative Nurse gifted in helping patients remain calm during surgical preparations. Dependable individual always willing to go extra mile. Offering collaboration, multitasking and dynamic communication skills. Energetic Perioperative Nurse promoting over 15 years of expertise working in busy surgical centers. Assisted in various capacities in burn surgery, plastic surgery and dental surgery. Patient-focused Perioperative Nurse experienced in maintaining overall sterility of operating room environment. Advocate for top-notch patient care. Promoting exceptional pain management, suturing and relationship building skills. Energetic Perioperative Nurse promoting over 15 years of expertise working in busy surgical centers. Assisted in various capacities in burn surgery, plastic surgery and dental surgery. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
MC Senior Clinical Nurse I
University Of Maryland Medical System
Baltimore , MD
2019.05 - Current
- Monitored, recorded and tracked production progress to meet aggressive production quotas.
- Coordinated employee schedules to accommodate unscheduled absences and planned vacations.
- Managed filing systems for electronic and hard copy documents to keep organized records.
- Maintained master schedule and set up appointments.
- Coordinated, planned and delegated daily work activities to staff.
- Scheduled production jobs with regard to available resources.
- Worked with management in coordinating and planning line activities.
- Maintained budget and financial records according to company policies.
- Motivated team members through employee incentive programs and strong leadership.
- Developed training documents for onboarding employees.
- Entered data, generated reports and produced tracking documents.
- Managed office activities by maintaining communication between clients, tracking records and filing all documents.
- Drove workflow improvements by streamlining processes.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Managed conference scheduling and travel arrangements for key personnel.
- Interpreted management directives to define and document administrative staff processes.
- Oversaw project logistics using industry expertise and independent judgment.
- Led comprehensive staff member training covering key topics.
- Aided colleagues, managers and customers through regular communication and assistance.
- Oversaw technical, operational, clerical and customer service support activities.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Maintained documentation of post-operative instrument reconciliations and protocols for quality care.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
- Selected and purchased equipment for surgical procedures.
- Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecology, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurosurgery and plastic surgery procedures.
- Handled numerous sanitization tasks for surgical sites by cleaning and sterilizing, maintaining supply inventories and organizing items effectively.
- Kept detailed records of post-operative instrument reconciliations and overall care procedures.
Perioperative Services Registered Nurse (PRN)
University Of Maryland Medical, MidTown Campus
Baltimore , MD
2018.01 - Current
- Educated patients and loved ones regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
- Prepared, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for patients through each step of surgical procedure.
- Evaluated patient's level of pain, implementing effective medications and pain management techniques.
- Provided compassionate, individualized care for each patient while in operating room.
- Developed orientation and perioperative resource books that could be used by nursing staff.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Prepared OR by ensuring it met asepsis standards, as well as setting out, organizing and counting tools and equipment for each procedure.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Maintained documentation of post-operative instrument reconciliations and protocols for quality care.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
- Handled 20 0r more calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
- Supervised work of contracted employees to keep on task for timely completion
- Worked closely with operating room team to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement
Clinical Nurse II
University of Maryland
Baltimore , MD
2015.05 - 2019.05
- Transplant Surgery General and North Operating Rooms
- Assists in every phase of organ and tissue donation process
- Prepare living donors for donation surgery
- Educate patient and family about transplant any concerns on procedure, recovery process and risks associated with donation.
- Coordinated diagnosis, exams and care for caseload of 10 or more patients per shift
- Monitored patients, evaluated results and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans
- Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine
- Evaluated nursing practices and processes and made changes
- Used EPIC to track patient status, treatments and outcomes while maintaining complete data confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Treated patients by administering medication and performing surgical procedures
- Encouraged employee participation in redesigning systems and processes to minimize risk of harmful errors
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use
- Provided counseling to patients and families and referred patients to other treatment facilities
- Developed and maintained departmental policies, procedures and patient care standards based on evidence-based practice guidelines and expert opinions
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer and other diseases
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms
- Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments
- Assessed and assisted in diagnosis of patients medical surgical facility
- Coordinated rounding with patient care team and patient care for over 5 or more patients daily
- Treated patients by administering medication and performing procedures procedures
- Used EPIC to track patient status, treatments and outcomes while maintaining complete data confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Assessed and assisted in diagnosis of patients in University of Maryland Perioperative Services.
- Coordinated diagnosis, exams and care for caseload of 5 or more patients per shift
- Monitored patients, evaluated results and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
- Evaluated nursing practices and processes and made changes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans.
- Encouraged employee participation in redesigning systems and processes to minimize risk of harmful errors.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Provided counseling to patients and families and referred patients to other treatment facilities.
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer and other diseases.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
Lecturer/Clinical Instructor
Johns Hopkins School of Nursing
2018.07 - 2019.05
- Provides clinical instruction to students in approved health care settings, adhering to policies of clinical setting
- Discuss with students their concerns and/or problems directly or indirectly related to learning experience
- Assist student to develop understanding of values, attitudes, and ideals appropriate to health care profession
- Establish and maintain relationships with new and existing clinical sites
- Participate in faculty meetings, both formally and informally with didactic and clinical faculty members
- Provide clinical, classroom, and clinical simulation lab instruction
- Supervise student groups in clinical areas (maintains presence in facility during entire student clinical.
- Orient students to area and demonstrate proper procedures
- Lead discussions and elicit information from students which demonstrate that students are learning and accomplishing clinical objectives
- Maintain clinical standards and course expectations throughout each course or term
- Evaluate and grade student performance
- Meets with students at midterm for formal evaluation and again at end of course as to progress and performance
- Maintain t professional practice knowledge base needed to instruct learners in contemporary nursing practice
- Communicate with Clinical Simulation Lab Coordinator or Division Chair as necessary to resolve issues or concerns in clinical areas
- Work effectively as part of t overall faculty team demonstrating positive interpersonal relations
- Collaborating with other faculty members to meet student needs, participating in faculty meetings, and nursing program committees, and responding to requests from management
- Participate in ongoing program evaluation activities as needed
- Maintain faculty expectations as required by College and Board of Nursing
- Demonstrate proper respect for students, faculty, and staff and has student-friendly manner in conduct of class.
- Scheduled lab and study sessions for students to increase subject understanding and maintain GPA in a Simulation classrooms
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning
- Gave presentations on to student classrooms using PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations
- Mentored diverse student population to promote cultural diversity for ethnic and racial groups, disabled and LGTB community
- Utilized instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction to engage and educate students
- Held weekly office hours to work with struggling students one-on-one and increase GPAs
- Advised on department hiring actions to help build cohesive and successful lecturing team
- Mentored undergraduate and graduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness
- Designed and distributed lecture handouts to round out material and increase student understanding
- Maintained interdisciplinary study as guiding principle, establishing partnerships with faculty in other departments to draw parallels with other subjects
- Supervised junior lecturers' course development and recommended refinements to enhance student learning
- Delivered lectures at appropriate pace and pronunciation for optimal audience comprehension by non-native English-speaking students
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information
- Graded assignments according to strict institutional policies and upheld guidelines for academic integrity while disciplining plagiarism and cheating accordingly
- Oversaw graduate student projects and advised on focus, methodology and report generation to meet preset standards
- Scheduled lab and study sessions for students to increase subject understanding and maintain % GPA in virtual classrooms
- Participated and led committee meetings to remain aware of developments related to evolving nursing graduate field of study
- Inspired discussions through presentation of thought-provoking material, preparing students for rigors of Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Master Program
Clinical Nurse Scholar Instructor, Senior Nurse Practicum Student
University of Maryland School of Nursing
Baltimore , MD
2018.08 - 2018.12
- Coordinated work of project dedicated to raise awareness of need, applying strong project and team leadership to enhance success.
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes and schedules.
- Searched at library and in scholarly databases to locate necessary information for research projects.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Strived to continuously update course strategies and content based on current trends and technological advancements in healthcare.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Liaised with medical and nursing personnel to evaluate and improve teaching and nursing practices.
- Trained six or more students to identify signs of patient health deterioration and clinical equipment malfunction to promote achievement of course objectives.
- Prepared and administered weekly examinations to test student skills.
- Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
- Coordinated with clinicians to develop and coordinate student assignments.
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Supported several instructors with planning and organization of guest speakers.
- Monitored progress of each student and provided formal evaluation upon completion of clinical placements.
- Maintained student attendance records and grades using Blackboard Software.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Identified and assigned appropriate activities and projects to enhance student learning.
Clinical Nurse I
University Of Maryland Medical System
Baltimore , MD
2013.10 - 2015.05
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans.
- Monitored patients, evaluated results and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Treated patients by administering medication and performing pre- procedures procedures.
- Evaluated nursing practices and processes and made changes.
- Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records.
- Encouraged employee participation in redesigning systems and processes to minimize risk of harmful errors.
- Used EPIC to track patient status, treatments and outcomes while maintaining complete data confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer and other diseases.
- Developed and maintained departmental policies, procedures and patient care standards based on evidence-based practice guidelines and expert opinions.
- Provided counseling to patients and families and referred patients to other treatment facilities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Coordinated diagnosis, exams and care for caseload of 5 patients per shift
Certified Nurse Extender/ oR Scrub Tech
Johns Hopkins Birthing Center
Baltimore , MD
2007.01 - 2013.04
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Handled numerous sanitization tasks for surgical sites by cleaning and sterilizing, maintaining supply inventories and organizing items effectively.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards and overall facility policies.
- Kept detailed records of post-operative instrument reconciliations and overall care procedures.
- Maintained documentation of post-operative instrument reconciliations and protocols for quality care.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
- Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecology, genitourinary, orthopedic, neurosurgery and plastic surgery procedures.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Promoted mission, vision and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Followed established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcome in patient care.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.
- Maintained exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing and packing instruments and changing solutions.
- Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks per doctors orders.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD04.2013
Skills
- Perioperative Services
- Cultural Awareness
- Critical Thinking
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Care Coordination
- Ambulation services
- Patient services management
- Health education services
- Patient care services coordination
- Field technical services
- Specialty Physician Services
Affiliations
Current professional organization or academic societies membership
Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses, 2015- present
National Honor Society Alpha Sigma Lambda, 2013 – present
Member of American Nurses Association, 2013-present
Academy of Medical-Surgical Nursing, 2013-present
Timeline
MC Senior Clinical Nurse I
University Of Maryland Medical System
2019.05 - Current
Clinical Nurse Scholar Instructor, Senior Nurse Practicum Student
University of Maryland School of Nursing
2018.08 - 2018.12
Lecturer/Clinical Instructor
Johns Hopkins School of Nursing
2018.07 - 2019.05
Perioperative Services Registered Nurse (PRN)
University Of Maryland Medical, MidTown Campus
2018.01 - Current
Clinical Nurse II
University of Maryland
2015.05 - 2019.05
Clinical Nurse I
University Of Maryland Medical System
2013.10 - 2015.05
Certified Nurse Extender/ oR Scrub Tech
Johns Hopkins Birthing Center
2007.01 - 2013.04
Master of Science - Nursing Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Morgan State University
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