Professional healthcare provider prepared for this role. Adept at patient care, medical procedures, and clinical documentation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in critical thinking and time management. I'm committed as proof for working with Valley Health for 25 years.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Charge Nurse
Winchester Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Manage critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the Surgical Services team during emergencies
Coordinate daily department flow to include assignments, breaks, as needed to ensure quality patient care and efficiency of the department. When making assignments, consider qualifications and competency of personnel
Ensures appropriate number of operating room staff is available based on volume and surgical schedule
Serve as an approachable leader who consistently address's concerns raised by surgeons, staff members, and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible
Consistently act as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs are met while navigating complex healthcare systems
Cultivate an atmosphere of teamwork and open communication among staff members, resulting in a more cohesive work environment and greater job satisfaction for the healthcare team
Effectively communicate variances in the surgical schedule to medical staff, clinical staff, vendors, and other departments
Perform daily AM huddles
Schedule and post surgical cases
Pre-op patients prior to surgery
Oversee the operations of the surgical services department to ensure that all clinical functions within the department run smoothly and efficiently
RN Supervisor
Hampshire Memorial Hospital
05.2016 - 04.2023
Primary responsibilities include planning, directing, coordinating and providing high quality, safe, effective patient care in the Ambulatory Perioperative Services and Endoscopy Suite
Assure compliance with Joint Commission standards
Oversee the daily workflow, staffing, and orientation training
Participate in quality review and performance improvement projects
Initiate new policies and procedures that help the unit team to achieve quality improvement. Updated current policies annually
Payroll via Kronos
Ordering and maintaining supplies for the entire department
Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
Worked in a clinical role daily where I would benefit the most, whether in AM admissions, PACU, or the OR
Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
Promote and support a collaborative team approach in providing care
Maintain required competencies
Successfully managed resources within budget constraints while maintaining high-quality care standards for all patients served in the unit.
RN Circulator
Winchester Medical Center
08.2001 - 05.2016
Prepare the operating room with necessary equipment and supplies
Ensure all surgical instruments are sterilized and functioning
Monitor the surgical team to maintain a sterile environment
Manage the flow of the operating room and anticipate the surgical team's needs
Document all aspects of the surgical procedure in the patient's chart
Coordinate with all team members to ensure patient safety and maintain proper positioning
Manage specimens appropriately
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA
05-2021
Skills
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude
Diligent worker
Expert in safeguarding sensitive information
Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, and clinical staff in a professional manner
Seeks assistance when needed
Passionate about acquiring knowledge and learning new practices
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse (Travel) at Winchester Medical CenterMedical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse (Travel) at Winchester Medical Center