Maureen Fischer
Canastota,NY
Summary
Clinical coordinator and team lead specializing in robotics and service line coordination across urology, general surgery, and gynecology. Manage robotics programming, operational logistics, and performance metrics. Improve patient care outcomes by strengthening workflow and leadership.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Robotics Coordinator
Rome Health
Rome, New York
02.2024 - Current
- Coordinated operation of 2 DV5 robots in program initiated and maintained.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and appointment management for efficient clinic operations.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and patients to enhance service delivery.
- Managed electronic health records to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Organized training sessions for staff on updated operational protocols and procedures.
- Developed informational materials for patients about available health services and resources.
- Supported quality assurance initiatives by monitoring compliance with health regulations.
- Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered additional supplies as needed.
- Organized team events to promote a positive work environment.
- Created and maintained accurate records of departmental activities, including budgets, personnel documents and project timelines.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures related to project management activities.
- Monitored project progress and provided updates to stakeholders.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
- Consulted with managers to resolve problems relating to employee performance, office equipment and work schedules.
- Reviewed employees' work to check adherence to quality standards and proper procedures.
- Implemented departmental policies and standards in conjunction with management to streamline internal processes.
- Analyzed financial activities of department to share budgetary input with managers.
Service Line Coordinator/ PSM for GU, GYN, and Robotics
Upstate University Hospital at Community General
02.2009 - 07.2016
- Supported patient services across general surgery, GU/GYN, and robotics care delivery.
- Assisted with daily operating room operations to support safe patient flow.
- Coordinated day-to-day patient care tasks and department workflows.
- Monitored equipment performance to support quality care and positive patient experience.
- Maintained and initiated surgeon, midlevel, and staff education efforts.
Staff OR RN, weekend charge
St Joseph’s Hospital
Syracuse, NY
01.1993 - 01.2007
- Provided nursing care in operating room
- Weekend charge 12 room OR
- Assisted in cardiovascular operating room procedures
Staff Nurse
St Elizabeth’s Hospital
Utica
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Provided patient care in the cardiac operating room, focusing on safety and comfort throughout procedures.
- Administered medications according to established protocols in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
Med-surg LPN floor nurse
Crouse Hospital
01.1986 - 01.1993
- Delivered essential patient care in a medical-surgical unit.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients under physician supervision.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in patient assessments and developed care plans collaboratively.
Travel OR Nurse
Varied Companies
, NY
- Scrubbed and circulated various surgical cases in level 2 trauma center in Danbury Conn., including GYN, GU, and general surgery, contributing to high standard of care.
- Worked as travel nurse in Rochester NY at 8 bed outpatient surgery center, specializing in orthopedic cases to enhance patient outcomes.
- My first assignment was in Newark NY in a small community hospital scrubbing and circulating GU, GYN and robotics along with circulating podiatry cases and general surgery cases.
- Assisted surgical team with preparation of operating room and equipment.
- Administered medications and anesthesia as directed by the surgeon.
- Maintained sterile environment to prevent infection during operations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, healthcare team members and other departments regarding patient care issues.
- Provided appropriate post-operative care for all patients in the OR suite.
- Assisted surgeons during procedures, including passing instruments and other supplies.
- Provided patient care and education to patients in the operating room.
- Maintained sterile environment throughout surgical procedure.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when providing nursing interventions for OR patients.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations in order to ensure safety of staff and patients.
- Participated in quality improvement activities to improve clinical outcomes of care provided to patients in the OR suite.
- Adhered strictly to policies related to infection control within the operating room environment.
- Assessed patient's needs before, during, and after surgery.
- Monitored vital signs of patients before, during and after surgery.
- Documented pertinent information in medical records according to established standards.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, technicians, support staff, administrators, patients and family members concerning patient care issues.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, devise care plans, modify care solutions, and support patient rights.
- Collaborated with practitioners to develop and implement patient care plans and evaluate various factors.
- Ensured all surgical instruments and equipment were properly sterilized and organized for accessibility.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences throughout the surgical process to ensure patient-centered care.
- Managed pre-operative assessments and documented patient medical history to ensure safe surgical procedures.
- Assisted surgical team in donning sterile gowns, gloves, and masks to maintain a sterile environment.
- Acted as a liaison between the surgical team and the patient's family, providing updates and support during procedures.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists to facilitate efficient surgical procedures.
- Implemented infection control protocols to prevent post-operative infections.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient care accurately and comprehensively.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
OR Nurse/Night Nursing Supervisor
Oneida Hospital
Oneida, New York
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists for optimal patient care.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment.
- Maintained surgical instruments and ensured proper sterilization techniques.
- Provided emotional support to patients before and after surgery.
- Educated families on proper post-operative care instructions following surgery.
- Documented pertinent information in medical records according to established standards.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, healthcare team members and other departments regarding patient care issues.
- Provided patient care and education to patients in the operating room.
- Participated in quality improvement activities to improve clinical outcomes of care provided to patients in the OR suite.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations in order to ensure safety of staff and patients.
- Performed patient assessments preoperatively and postoperatively.
- Demonstrated proficiency in specialty areas such as trauma and critical care or orthopedics within the OR setting.
- Maintained sterile environment throughout surgical procedure.
- Adhered strictly to policies related to infection control within the operating room environment.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when providing nursing interventions for OR patients.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, technicians, support staff, administrators, patients and family members concerning patient care issues.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Observed body language, movement, and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Assisted with nursing duties in short-staffed areas.
- Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
- Supervised processes and verified patient information to support patient care.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, devise care plans, modify care solutions, and support patient rights.
- Consulted medical sources to gain knowledge of emerging and updated procedures and select equipment for procedures or treatments.
- Collaborated with practitioners to develop and implement patient care plans and evaluate various factors.
- Minimized infections using ChloraPrep, Mueller, and Snowden-Pencer laparoscopic instruments and infection prevention products.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient care accurately and comprehensively.
- Acted as a liaison between the surgical team and the patient's family, providing updates and support during procedures.
- Assisted surgical team in donning sterile gowns, gloves, and masks to maintain a sterile environment.
- Managed pre-operative assessments and documented patient medical history to ensure safe surgical procedures.
- Educated patients and families about post-operative care, including wound care and medication management.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists to facilitate efficient surgical procedures.
- Facilitated patient recovery by monitoring post-operative vitals, managing pain, and detecting complications early.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current with advancements in surgical nursing practices.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers within hospital departments.
- Managed staff schedules to optimize workforce efficiency and coverage needs.
- Evaluated nursing procedures to improve operational workflows and reduce errors.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop effective patient treatment plans and interventions.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers regarding patient care issues.
- Coordinated scheduling of staff to meet departmental needs.
- Resolved conflicts among medical staff in a professional manner.
- Investigated complaints from patients regarding their care experience.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services for high-risk patients.
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
- Reviewed incident reports involving nursing staff members or patients to determine appropriate corrective action.
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly through email, phone, and in person.
- Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
- Participated in patient and family planning processes, provided instructions and addressed questions and/ concerns.
- Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans for patients.
- Managed cases and oversaw nursing care with strong commitment to offering patients optimal treatments, resources, and quality care.
- Implemented evidence-based practice initiatives into daily operations.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
Education
ASN - Nursing
Crouse Irving School of Nursing
Syracuse, NY06-1993
LPN - Nursing
Onondaga County BOCES
Syracuse, NY06-1986
Skills
- Robotics programming
- Medical device management
- Electronic health records
- Operational logistics
- Performance metrics
- Patient care coordination
Objective
- Director of Perioperative Services
- Robotics Coordinator
- OR Nurse Manager
Relevant Experience
- Schedule facilitating
- Supply maintenance
- Ordering of all implants
- Representing the OR at outside events.
- Yearly evaluations and disciplines of staff I supervise
- Function in a charge nurse role when needed.
- Service line coordinator for GU, GYN and Robotics in the 10 room OR involving:
- Staff education and coordination of assignments in conjunction with the charge nurse and trainer
- Maintain credentialing yearly for staff, mid-levels and surgeons.
- Experienced in all services with early focus on Cardiac and Vascular but recently GU, GYN and Robotics.
- Goal oriented professional with leadership capabilities and experience both in The OR and as an administrative supervisor
- Schedule and run the Robotics committee meetings monthly reporting to the CNO
- Function as a circulator or scrub when needed for staffing, lunches and breaks
- Facilitating and providing needed equipment from outside vendors such as rented lasers and ultrasound.
- Have in the past functioned in a staff role for 12 years in a 12 room OR taking call and working weekends as a charge nurse. My focus in the center of those years was cardiac and vascular surgery
- Have functioned as Assistant Nurse manager as well as service line coordinator and night supervisor in the Hospital.
- Experienced with yearly staff evaluations, counseling's and disciplines.
- Organized, motivated and detail driven problem solver
- Proven ability to work closely with Anesthesia, surgeon and staff for an outstanding patient experience.
- Effectively manage and coordinate 3 services in the OR
- Experience with Meditec, Cerner and EPIC
Timeline
Robotics Coordinator
Rome Health
02.2024 - Current
Service Line Coordinator/ PSM for GU, GYN, and Robotics
Upstate University Hospital at Community General
02.2009 - 07.2016
Staff Nurse
St Elizabeth’s Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2004
Staff OR RN, weekend charge
St Joseph’s Hospital
01.1993 - 01.2007
Med-surg LPN floor nurse
Crouse Hospital
01.1986 - 01.1993
Travel OR Nurse
Varied Companies
OR Nurse/Night Nursing Supervisor
Oneida Hospital
ASN - Nursing
Crouse Irving School of Nursing
LPN - Nursing
Onondaga County BOCES