Darrell Way
Monroe,GA
Summary
Operating Room Nurse Educator with extensive experience at Emory Hilandale Hospital, specializing in aseptic techniques and patient assessment. Successfully designed and implemented training programs that improved surgical safety and staff competency. Expertise in emergency response and commitment to fostering a culture of excellence in patient care and professional development.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Nurse Educator
Emory Hilandale Hospital
Lithonia, GA
02.2024 - Current
- Designed, implemented, and evaluated educational programs for new operating room nurses.
- Facilitated clinical skills training while mentoring new nurses for competency development.
- Provided ongoing professional development opportunities for experienced staff.
- Maintained current knowledge of surgical practices and technology to enhance training effectiveness.
Registered Nurse Orthopedic Coordinator
Jupiter Medical Center
Jupiter, Florida
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Oversaw daily patient care delivery and ensured adherence to surgical protocols.
- Coordinated daily operations for staff and patient needs to enhance efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and sterility of operating rooms before and after procedures.
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Covington Hospital
Covington, GA
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Maintained sterile operating room conditions by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Assisted physicians during intraoperative procedures, including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and healthcare professionals to deliver optimal patient care.
- Engaged in robotic, general, gynecological, orthopedic, ENT, podiatry, urology, and pediatric dentistry procedures during travel assignments.
Registered Nurse
Lawnwood Medical Center
Ft. Pierce, FL
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Ensured sterile operating room environment by rigorously adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Assisted physicians in intraoperative procedures, including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient medical records throughout perioperative process.
- Assessed patient condition, vital signs, and lab values to ensure surgical safety.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures during complications or unexpected outcomes.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Saint Mary's Medical Center
West Palm Beach, FL
07.2017 - 04.2021
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to evaluate patient progress and formulate treatment plans.
- Monitored daily nursing department operations, including budgeting, scheduling, and policy enforcement.
- Provided leadership and guidance to nursing staff, ensuring delivery of quality patient care.
- Facilitated communication among healthcare personnel at all organizational levels.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for clinical operations.
- Mentored new employees through comprehensive orientation programs.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Saint Mary's Medical Center
West Palm Beach, FL
07.2011 - 07.2017
- Maintained sterile operating room environment by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative procedures, including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to deliver optimal patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient medical records throughout perioperative process.
- Assessed patient condition, vital signs, and lab values to ensure surgical safety.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures during complications or unexpected outcomes.
- Prepared supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures when necessary.
- Ensured proper patient positioning on operating table prior to surgery.
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Saint Mary's Medical Center
West Palm Beach, FL
03.2006 - 07.2011
- Assessed and monitored patients' physical and mental health to determine nursing care needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services for suicidal ideation or violent behavior, ensuring safe de-escalation.
- Counseled patients individually and in groups on stress management, anger control, and self-improvement strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for mental health disorders.
- Developed discharge plans including follow-up appointments with psychiatrists or primary care providers.
- Administered medications prescribed by psychiatrists following established protocols.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment accordingly.
- Attended continuing education courses on advancements in mental health nursing practices.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Saint Mary's Medical Center
West Palm Beach, FLORIDA
05.2004 - 05.2006
- Executed effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Administered medications per physician orders while monitoring for side effects.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to medication administration and infection control protocols.
- Assisted physicians during procedures and bedside examinations as required.
- Performed wound care, including dressing changes and debridement, while tracking healing progress.
- Managed concurrent tasks without compromising quality of patient care.
- Documented patient services in electronic records system following established guidelines.
- Conducted assessments of new patients to create tailored care plans.
Surgical Technologist
Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Washington, D.C.
01.1987 - 07.1990
- Supported surgical operations by stocking supplies in OR rooms and restocking carts between cases.
- Reviewed patient charts for allergies and medical conditions that could impact surgical outcomes.
- Inspected instruments post-operatively for functionality and damage before returning to stock room.
- Communicated with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs during OR procedures.
- Prepared and maintained sterile fields for various surgical procedures.
- Executed pre-operative skin preparations on patients prior to surgery.
- Assisted in positioning patients on operating tables while ensuring coverage with sterile drapes.
- Monitored sterilization processes for surgical instruments and equipment throughout procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
West Palm Beach, FL06-2004
Diploma - Medical Specialist
Academy of Health Sciences
San Antonio, TX12-1987
Skills
- Aseptic techniques and surgical protocols
- Patient assessment and clinical documentation
- Emergency response and patient positioning
Certification
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Operating Room Nurse Educator
Emory Hilandale Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Orthopedic Coordinator
Jupiter Medical Center
05.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Covington Hospital
05.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Lawnwood Medical Center
04.2021 - 04.2022
Assistant Nurse Manager
Saint Mary's Medical Center
07.2017 - 04.2021
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Saint Mary's Medical Center
07.2011 - 07.2017
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Saint Mary's Medical Center
03.2006 - 07.2011
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Saint Mary's Medical Center
05.2004 - 05.2006
Surgical Technologist
Walter Reed Army Medical Center
01.1987 - 07.1990
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
Diploma - Medical Specialist
Academy of Health Sciences
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