Mark Peplow
Schenectady,NY
Summary
Maintained staffing, patient care, daily workflow of 13 bed PACU in collaboration with surgeons, OR staff, SDS staff, pre-op staff and anesthesia staff.
During time as Assistant Nurse Manager, was part of the hospital team implementing electronic medical record system for the perioperative area which involved travelling to the company headquarters in Kansas City periodically.
Held the position of temporary nurse manager of PACU until the position was filled.
Represented Vassar Brothers Hospital on radio, television and local school events regarding diversity in the nursing profession.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff RN Ambulatory Surgery Center
Vasssar Brothers Medical Center
06.2015 - 05.2018
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- 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.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications, and prevention methods.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Assistant Nurse Manager PACU
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
06.1989 - 06.2015
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from 25+ nursing staff of 13 bed PACU.
- Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
- Developed departmental goals and objectives to improve satisfactory rating with patients.
- Created work schedules for multiple shifts to confirm complete floor coverage.
- Streamlined steps in rapid response situations by prioritizing and delegating tasks.
- Verified facility remained up-to-date and compliant with laws and regulations.
- Integrated evidence-based nursing into practice environment for 25+ nurses.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Worked at least 120 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Directed patient discharge procedures to provide departing patients with needed aftercare and avoid readmissions.
- Reviewed patient transfer records routinely to verify patients received appropriate levels of care.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
Nurse II
NY Department Of Correctional Services
05.1988 - 08.1990
- Administered medications and monitored responses of prisoners in a medium security New York State prison.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Protected confidentiality of information related to patient care activities.
- Came up with treatment plans and communicated with patients about options, medications and self-management.
- Evaluated charting procedures for adherence to best practices.
Staff RN
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
07.1985 - 06.1989
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection on 40 bed patient care floor.
- 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.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
Medical Orderly
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
12.1981 - 07.1985
- Available to assist nursing personnel over the expanse of 340 bed hospital each shift.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
- Helped other staff with patient transfers by moving patients between departments.
- Collaborated with other medical staff to achieve high level of patient safety and care.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
- Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ulster County Community College
Stone Ridge, NY06.1985
Associate of Science - Biology
Ulster County Community College
Stone Ridge, NY06.1976
Skills
- General Surgery
- Care Plan Development
- Clinical Leadership and Supervision
- Patient Education
- BLS, ACLS, PALS
- Cerner EMR
- Swan-Ganz Catheters
- 12-Lead EKG Monitoring
- Microsoft Office
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Clear Patient Communication
- Update Electronic Charts
- Mechanical Ventilators
- Respiratory Failure
- Acute Myocardial Infarction
- Insertion Assistance
Timeline
Staff RN Ambulatory Surgery Center
Vasssar Brothers Medical Center
06.2015 - 05.2018
Assistant Nurse Manager PACU
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
06.1989 - 06.2015
Nurse II
NY Department Of Correctional Services
05.1988 - 08.1990
Staff RN
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
07.1985 - 06.1989
Medical Orderly
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
12.1981 - 07.1985
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ulster County Community College
Associate of Science - Biology
Ulster County Community College
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