Larry Baker
Wise,VA
Summary
Motivated Medical Surgical Nurse offering 25 years of clinical management experience. Patient and dedicated professional remains composed in tense environments. Dedicated to providing high-quality individualized care to patients.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Totalmed Staffing
Appleton, WI
06.2017 - Current
- Prepared operating rooms and equipment for surgical procedures by sterilizing instruments, setting up tables, arranging supplies, and ensuring patient safety.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments, retracting tissue, cutting sutures and suctioning fluids.
- Provided quality patient care before, during and after surgery by responding to patient needs as directed by the surgeon or anesthesiologist.
- Maintained a clean and orderly environment in the operating room by disposing of waste materials according to protocol.
- Transported patients to and from the operating room while maintaining their privacy and dignity.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments on assigned patients including vital signs, height and weight measurements and allergy history review.
- Ensured that all necessary medical equipment was available for each procedure.
- Inspected sterile supplies for expiration date compliance prior to use in surgical procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies and restocked shelves as needed.
Registered Nurse
Next Medical Staffing
Dayton, OH
10.2014 - 04.2017
- Prepared operating rooms and equipment for surgical procedures by sterilizing instruments, setting up tables, arranging supplies, and ensuring patient safety.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments, retracting tissue, cutting sutures and suctioning fluids.
- Provided quality patient care before, during and after surgery by responding to patient needs as directed by the surgeon or anesthesiologist.
- Maintained a clean and orderly environment in the operating room by disposing of waste materials according to protocol.
- Transported patients to and from the operating room while maintaining their privacy and dignity.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments on assigned patients including vital signs, height and weight measurements and allergy history review.
- Ensured that all necessary medical equipment was available for each procedure.
- Inspected sterile supplies for expiration date compliance prior to use in surgical procedures.
Surgery Technician
Pikeville Regional Medical Center
Pikeville, KY
11.2011 - 09.2014
- Prepared operating rooms and equipment for surgical procedures by sterilizing instruments, setting up tables, arranging supplies, and ensuring patient safety.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments, retracting tissue, cutting sutures and suctioning fluids.
- Provided quality patient care before, during and after surgery by responding to patient needs as directed by the surgeon or anesthesiologist.
- Maintained a clean and orderly environment in the operating room by disposing of waste materials according to protocol.
- Transported patients to and from the operating room while maintaining their privacy and dignity.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments on assigned patients including vital signs, height and weight measurements and allergy history review.
- Ensured that all necessary medical equipment was available for each procedure.
Registered Nurse
Lake Havasu Regional Medical Center
Lake Havasu City, AZ
05.2010 - 11.2011
- Prepared operating rooms and equipment for surgical procedures by sterilizing instruments, setting up tables, arranging supplies, and ensuring patient safety.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments, retracting tissue, cutting sutures and suctioning fluids.
- Maintained a clean and orderly environment in the operating room by disposing of waste materials according to protocol.
- Transported patients to and from the operating room while maintaining their privacy and dignity.
- Ensured that all necessary medical equipment was available for each procedure.
- Inspected sterile supplies for expiration date compliance prior to use in surgical procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies and restocked shelves as needed.
- Documented pertinent information regarding each patient's case in electronic health records.
- Performed routine maintenance on medical equipment such as endoscopes and laparoscopic instruments.
- Cleaned OR suites between cases utilizing proper disinfection techniques according to standards of practice.
- Assisted with positioning patients on the operating table in preparation for surgery.
- Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic technique when handling surgical instruments.
- Observed strict adherence to infection control protocols within the OR environment.
Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center Inc
Lexington, KY
03.1999 - 04.2010
- Utilized evidence based practice to improve the quality of care provided to patients with cardiovascular disease.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care for patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Participated in code blues providing advanced life support interventions as needed.
- Interpreted complex EKGs accurately assessing rhythm disturbances or conduction blocks.
- Demonstrated high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills and adaptability in fast-paced and unpredictable medical environment.
- Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
- Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
- Assisted surgeons in performing complex operations by providing instruments and other materials as needed.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and functioning correctly prior to use.
- Coordinated with anesthesiologists and surgeons to ensure optimal patient outcomes during surgery.
- Assisted in positioning patients for surgery while ensuring their comfort and safety.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Hazard Community And Technical College
Hazard, KY05.1997
Associate of Arts - Science Education
Southeast Community College Area
Cumberland, KY05.1994
High School Diploma -
Cumberland High School
Cumberland, KY05.1992
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Vascular Care Understanding
- Critical Care
- Diabetes Management
- Nursing Plan Development and Modification
- IV Setup
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Sterilization Techniques Mastery
- Medical Assessment
- Supply Restocking
- Body Mechanics Knowledge
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Assessment
- Managing Deadlines
- Or and ER Experience
- Strong Medical Ethic
- Epic EHR Management
- Patient Monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Totalmed Staffing
06.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
Next Medical Staffing
10.2014 - 04.2017
Surgery Technician
Pikeville Regional Medical Center
11.2011 - 09.2014
Registered Nurse
Lake Havasu Regional Medical Center
05.2010 - 11.2011
Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center Inc
03.1999 - 04.2010
Associate of Applied Science -
Hazard Community And Technical College
Associate of Arts - Science Education
Southeast Community College Area
High School Diploma -
Cumberland High School