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Michelle Yates

Evans,GA

Summary

Dedicated Operating Room Registered Nurse with over 25 years of experience in surgical environments. Skilled in staff scheduling, charge nurse responsibilities, and maintaining high standards of patient care. Eager to leverage clinical expertise to enhance operational efficiency and support surgical teams.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Piedmont Augusta Hospital
Augusta, GA
09.2000 - Current
  • Supervised night operations in surgical department, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and enhancing patient safety.
  • Provided clinical guidance and direction to staff, fostering optimal efficiency and effective teamwork.
  • Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
  • Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of operating room activities, facilitating smooth operations and informed decision-making.
  • Served as a resource for questions regarding patient care and services offered by the OR.

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Aiken Regional Medical Center
Aiken, South Carolina
06.2001 - 07.2002
  • Ensured sterility of instruments and supplies, preparing operating room for surgical procedures.
  • Coordinated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists to streamline surgical procedures.

Registered Nurse-Newborn Nursery/NICU

Baptist Medical Center
Columbia, South Carolina
05.1999 - 12.2000
  • Provided direct care to newborns in a safe and nurturing environment.
  • Collaborated with pediatricians to develop individualized care plans for infants.
  • Educated parents on infant care and breastfeeding techniques effectively.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Clemson University
Clemson, SC
05-1999

Skills

  • Clinical expertise
  • Surgical team leadership
  • OR scheduling and efficiency
  • Surgical support
  • Charge Nurse
  • Staff Scheduling

Certification

  • Registered Professional Nurse-eNLC-RN150981
  • BLS-American Red Cross
  • ACLS-American Red Cross

Timeline

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Aiken Regional Medical Center
06.2001 - 07.2002

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Piedmont Augusta Hospital
09.2000 - Current

Registered Nurse-Newborn Nursery/NICU

Baptist Medical Center
05.1999 - 12.2000

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Clemson University
Michelle Yates