Melissa Bates
Taylor Mill,KY
Summary
Conscientious Operating Room Staff Nurse offering 16+ years of experience in healthcare. Known for excellent bedside manner and efficient communication with colleagues. Knowledgeable in standard medical diagnoses and OR equipment. Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in surgical patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
The Christ Hospital Health Network
01.2014 - Current
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Observed surgeon's body language, movements and demeanor during operations to anticipate needs.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Filled in as Charge Nurse as needed which required directing and delegating to other team members. Coordinating patient care by shift and department. Coordinated room assignments for scheduled and add on cases, evaluated operating room status and verified census to promote a smooth flow for admissions/transfers/discharges in the department.
- Interim Spine/Neuro Clinical Coordinator. Created team assignments for upcoming surgical procedures and made sure all equipment and supplies were sterile and ready for all cases involving spine/neuro.
Registered Nurse
Mayfield Brain & Spine Surgery Center
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Anesthesia Technician
The Christ Hospital Health Network
02.2008 - 12.2013
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Christ Hospital School of Nursing
Cincinnati, OH08.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Beckfield College
Florence, KY12.2013
Skills
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Clear Patient Communication
- Care Coordination
- Preoperative preparation
- Sterile Technique Expertise
- Quality Improvement
Certification
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mayfield Brain & Spine Surgery Center
02.2021 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
The Christ Hospital Health Network
01.2014 - Current
Anesthesia Technician
The Christ Hospital Health Network
02.2008 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Christ Hospital School of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Beckfield College