Lauren Harris
Odenton,Maryland
Summary
Dedicated registered nurse with a track record of providing personalized patient care. Committed to delivering exceptional care through effective education and counseling. Demonstrated leadership skills focused on enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamlined safety protocols to ensure comprehensive patient care. Compassionate and experienced in outpatient environments, adept at working with diverse patient populations and building trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Seasoned nursing professional with extensive clinical knowledge, strong interpersonal skills, and technical abilities. Proficient in EMR charting, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader who excels at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willing to take on additional responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills, eager to contribute to the achievement of company goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Riva Road Surgery Center
02.2022 - Current
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Sanitized, selected and organizing instruments, equipment and supplies according to surgeon preferences.
- Conducted thorough preoperative assessments to identify potential risks and address concerns prior to surgery.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Monitored patients during recovery and provided post-operative care
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse, OR Circulating/Scrub
The Sandel Duggal Center for Plastic Surgery and Medspa
11.2017 - 02.2022
- 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.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Demonstrated adaptability in assisting various surgical specialties, expanding knowledge base and skill set across multiple disciplines.
- Streamlined workflows within the operating room through regular collaboration with colleagues on best practices and process improvements.
- Boosted efficiency during surgical procedures, anticipating surgeon needs and preparing necessary instruments for seamless transitions throughout each case.
- Reduced surgery preparation time through efficient coordination with surgical team members and proper organization of equipment.
- Supported positive patient experiences by establishing trust and rapport pre-operatively, addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Ordered and maintained Pre-OP, OR & PACU supplies.
- Ordered and maintained COVID supplies for West Annapolis Surgery Center.
- Laser RN in Medspa specializing in HALO, BBL & laser hair reduction.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Anne Arundel Medical Center
07.2009 - 03.2018
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one's care.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Triage, assess and implement patient care based on the individual needs of each patient, whether by walk-in or ambulance arrival.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Precepted ER nursing staff
- Precepted New Grad RN staff
- TLRN (Team Lead RN) for ER of 385 bed hospital, one of the busiest emergency rooms in Maryland, managing the care and flow of patients and team members.
- Covered Charge RN of 385 bed hospital, one of the busiest emergency rooms in Maryland.
- TLRN committee leader 2017-2018.
- Clinical Ladder 2017.
- Helped with precepting of pediatric ER nurses to the new pediatric ER 2011.
PCT and Ortho Tech, Emergency Department
Anne Arundel Medical Center
07.2000 - 07.2009
- Ordered and stocked supplies.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Orthopedic tech 2002-2009
Education
Registered Nurse, Diploma Program -
Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences
Reading, PA07.2009
Associate of Arts Degree in General Studies -
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD01.2005
High School Diploma -
Arundel Senior High School
Gambrills, MD05.1998
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient education and counseling
- Intravenous therapy
- Emergency Response
- Critical Care
- Precepting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Staff Supervision
- Critical Thinking
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Current: expires 1/2025
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Current: expires 1/2024
HSI BLS First Aid CPR AED
Current: expires 1/2025
MD RN License number R188239 Issued date 10/01/09
Current: expires 5/28/2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Riva Road Surgery Center
02.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, OR Circulating/Scrub
The Sandel Duggal Center for Plastic Surgery and Medspa
11.2017 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Anne Arundel Medical Center
07.2009 - 03.2018
PCT and Ortho Tech, Emergency Department
Anne Arundel Medical Center
07.2000 - 07.2009
Registered Nurse, Diploma Program -
Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences
Associate of Arts Degree in General Studies -
Anne Arundel Community College
High School Diploma -
Arundel Senior High School
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