Lacy Gray
Carmel,IN
Summary
Experienced registered nurse skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Northside Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center
10.2021 - Current
- Obtained current and previous patient health history in prep area while utilizing critical thinking skills to determine whether or not patient was a suitable candidate for an outpatient procedure facility.
- Educated patients on different endoscopic procedures and expectations for procedure based on the individual's reason for service.
- Assisted physicians during endoscopic procedures in an organized and thorough manner with polypectomies, biopsies, esophageal dilation, sclerotherapy (among other tasks).
- Worked as both the circulator and assist simultaneously during procedures.
- Administered conscious sedation medication as ordered by the physician while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Monitored patients closely in recovery area post-procedure until patient met discharge criteria according to policy.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices for patient care and equipment usage.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols.
- Educated family members and caregivers on post-procedure patient care instructions.
- Collaborated with the supply management team to ensure that supplies were ordered in a timely fashion and readily stocked.
Registered Nurse- Endoscopy Department
Ascension St. Vincent Carmel Hospital
02.2016 - 07.2024
- Obtained current and previous health history from patient in prep area to ensure that they were a suitable candidate for an endoscopic procedure. Provided education regarding procedure.
- Assisted physician and anesthesiologist during procedures including colonoscopy, endoscopy, PEG tube placement, sigmoidoscopy, enteroscopy, ERCP, bronchoscopy, TEE, in both circulator and assist roles separately or simultaneously.
- Performed esophageal and anorectal manometry studies independently, and prepared data for physician interpretation.
- Administered conscious sedation medication as ordered by the physician while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Monitored patients closely in recovery area post-procedure until patient met discharge criteria according to policy.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members as well as medical students, contributing to a positive work environment.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols in all areas, including scope and reusable supply reprocessing.
Registered Nurse- Critical Care Unit
Reid Hospital
10.2013 - 01.2016
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for 1-3 patients per shift in Critical Care department.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University East
Richmond, INSkills
Strong leadership skills
Certification
BLS
ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northside Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center
10.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse- Endoscopy Department
Ascension St. Vincent Carmel Hospital
02.2016 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse- Critical Care Unit
Reid Hospital
10.2013 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University East