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Mark VanKerckhove

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Dynamic Clinical Coordinator RN with a proven track record at WakeMed Cary Hospital, excelling in patient safety and effective communication. Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives, enhancing care standards and operational efficiency. BLS certified, adept at collaboration and problem-solving, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Coordinator RN

WakeMed Cary Hospital
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with surgeons, vendors and staff to ensure surgical procedures went as planned, while also improving efficiency.
  • Supported departmental goals by actively participating in committee meetings.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives to continuously enhance patient care standards and overall performance metrics.
  • Served as liaison between the nursing team and other healthcare professionals involved in patients'' care plans..

Staff Registered Nurse

WakeMed Cary Hospital
07.2020 - 12.2022
  • Promoted teamwork and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care planning and implementation.
  • Precepted and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
  • Circulated and scrubbed cases in various specialties.
  • Streamlined workflow processes within the nursing unit to maximize efficiency while maintaining exceptional patient care standards.

Clinical Assistant

Raleigh Orthopedic Clinic
01.2011 - 12.2018
  • Organized and managed outpatient clinics for pediatric, sports medicine and total joint surgeons.
  • Assisted healthcare professionals in providing high-quality treatment to patients, ensuring a smooth workflow.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of vital signs, symptoms, and medical histories for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on the company wellness committee.
  • Served as a liaison between N.C. State athletic department and orthopedic group.

Lead Surgical Assistant

Wake Orthopaedics
06.2009 - 12.2011
  • Balanced a busy patient load for orthopedic trauma surgeons.
  • Performed clinical tasks such as wound and pin care.
  • Worked closely with surgeons and patients to schedule diagnostic tests and surgeries.

Clinical Assistant

Brown Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Center
07.2008 - 06.2009
  • Contributed to a positive clinic environment by maintaining cleanliness and organization in examination rooms.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Applied casts, splints and other durable medical equipment on patients with orthopedic injuries.

Clinical Assistant

Raleigh Orthopedic Clinic
05.2006 - 07.2008
  • Managed an outpatient pediatric orthopedic clinic.
  • Provided care for student athletes at a Wake County High School with team physicians and Athletic Training staff.

Clinical Assistant - Float

Raleigh Orthopedic Clinic
06.2005 - 05.2006
  • Adapted to work with various orthopedic surgeons and their specialties.


Physical Therapy Aide

Raleigh Orthopedic Rehabilitation Services
07.2004 - 06.2005
  • Contributed to positive patient outcomes by closely monitoring progress and providing timely updates to supervising therapists.
  • Administered therapeutic modalities such as heat, cryotherapy, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
  • Assisted front desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing documents and processing payments.

Education

Nursing

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
05-2020

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant Continuing Education

Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC
12-2006

Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training And Sports Medicine

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
05-2004

Skills

  • Patient safety
  • Effective Communication
  • Collaboration
  • EPIC Charting and Shift Wizard Basics

Accomplishments

  • Participated in two Kaizen projects. First project was to create our traction cart and the other to improve operating room turnover times
  • Completed and presented a Quality Improvement project to decrease turnover times In the operating rooms.
  • During my time as the clinical coordinator I was involved in several organizing projects that included the OR lead gowns, equipment room and ortho/spine supply room.

Timeline

Clinical Coordinator RN

WakeMed Cary Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Staff Registered Nurse

WakeMed Cary Hospital
07.2020 - 12.2022

Clinical Assistant

Raleigh Orthopedic Clinic
01.2011 - 12.2018

Lead Surgical Assistant

Wake Orthopaedics
06.2009 - 12.2011

Clinical Assistant

Brown Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Center
07.2008 - 06.2009

Clinical Assistant

Raleigh Orthopedic Clinic
05.2006 - 07.2008

Clinical Assistant - Float

Raleigh Orthopedic Clinic
06.2005 - 05.2006

Physical Therapy Aide

Raleigh Orthopedic Rehabilitation Services
07.2004 - 06.2005

Nursing

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant Continuing Education

Wake Technical Community College

Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training And Sports Medicine

Central Michigan University

Leadership

  • Garner High School Athletics Booster Club board member - Present
  • WakeMed Aspiring Leadership Program - October 2023 - April 2025
  • Greenbriar HOA board member 2017 - 2022


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