Marie A Lord
Millsboro,DE
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate R.N. with a proven track record at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, enhancing patient safety and streamlining operating room efficiency. Excelled in teamwork and collaboration, leveraging strong clinical judgment and patient advocacy to achieve departmental goals. Skilled in both emergency response and meticulous patient care management, consistently improving patient outcomes.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
R.N. Operating Room
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center
06.1982 - 01.2018
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously following preoperative procedures and ensuring sterility of the operating room.
- Ensured proper handling of surgical specimens according to hospital policies, contributing to accurate diagnoses for patients.
- Utilized strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced operating room environment.
- Provided compassionate postoperative care, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and managing pain levels.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Coordinated with IT department to upgrade technology infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency and data security.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing agile methodologies, leading to more efficient project completion.
- Organized professional development programs for staff, leading to improved performance and skill sets.
- Spearheaded transition to remote work during global health crisis, ensuring business continuity and employee safety.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
RN Staff Nurse
Reading Rehabilitation Hospital
05.1981 - 06.1982
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions, revising care plans as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Operating Room RN
St Joseph Hospital Medical Center
08.1976 - 02.1980
- Facilitated seamless transitions between phases of perioperative care through clear communication with other healthcare providers.
- Ensured optimal patient outcomes, collaborating closely with the surgical team during procedures.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing interventions to optimize patient outcomes during the perioperative period.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a clean and organized operating room environment.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of evolving surgical techniques to provide safe nursing assistance during various types of procedures.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members to foster a collaborative work environment.
- Served as a liaison between patients'' families and medical staff, providing timely updates on surgery progress and outcomes.
- Mentored new OR nurses, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective patient care strategies.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay current with industry advancements and improve patient care quality.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously following aseptic techniques and surgical protocols.
- Improved surgery efficiency with precise preparation and organization of surgical instruments and equipment.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by analyzing data trends related to adverse events or near misses in the OR setting.
- Conducted thorough post-operative assessments to monitor patient recovery and prevent complications.
- Coordinated operating room schedules to maximize resource utilization and minimize patient wait times.
- Promoted a culture of safety and continuous improvement by actively participating in staff meetings, debriefings, and educational sessions.
- Provided compassionate preoperative care for patients, addressing their concerns and alleviating anxiety.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, anticipating their needs and providing necessary support.
- Streamlined communication between surgical team members, ensuring accurate information exchange during critical moments.
- Applied strong attention-to-detail when performing instrument counts before and after surgeries, reducing potential risks associated with retained foreign objects.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for smooth operation of the OR suite.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Sanitized, selected and organizing instruments, equipment and supplies according to surgeon preferences.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
RN Floor Nurse
St Joseph Hospital
06.1973 - 08.1976
- Utilized [Software] to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in [Type] environment.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Maintained high standards of clinical excellence through regular participation in professional development opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
St Joseph Hospital School of Nursing
Reading, PA06.1973
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration"
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Safety
- Patient Communication
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Patient Charting
- Patient Positioning
- Infection Control
- Instrument passing
- Patient Advocacy
- Chart updating
- Clinical Assessments
- Emergency Response
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Preoperative Checklists
- Complex Medical Terminology
- Post-Surgical Suturing
- Care Standards Development
- Surgical support
- Pre-surgery assessments
- Supply preparation
- Patient care management
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Compassionate and Caring
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Direct Patient Care
- CPR Certification
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Care Assessment
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Electronic Health Records
- Clinical Documentation
Knitting, crocheting, painting ceramics, reading, jewelry making
I belong to a group that makes hats and scarves for homeless people and for our school districts. We also make lap robes, shawls and bibs for nursing homes and hospitals. We also make items to sell, so we can make money to buy more yarn.
i enjoy reading novels on many different subjects, mystery, romance, history, just to name a few.
Timeline
R.N. Operating Room
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center
06.1982 - 01.2018
RN Staff Nurse
Reading Rehabilitation Hospital
05.1981 - 06.1982
Operating Room RN
St Joseph Hospital Medical Center
08.1976 - 02.1980
RN Floor Nurse
St Joseph Hospital
06.1973 - 08.1976
Diploma - Nursing
St Joseph Hospital School of Nursing
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