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Myrtice Perry

Hephzibah,GA

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 40 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with OR specialty.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Operating Room, Charge Nurse-Desk Coordinator

AU Health
06.2012 - 05.2022
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.

Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Supervised and facilitated the management of emergent and urgent procedures in the OR.

Supervision of 6 to 8 employees in the OR.

RN- Senior Staff Nurse, Operating Room

Medical College of Georgia/ AU Health
08.1981 - 05.2011
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Provided appropriate care to patients as a Senior Staff Nurse and later as Charge Nurse on night shift.
  • Managed the implementation of any Surgical emergencies.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
  • Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Assisted surgeons and surgical team during all procedures in Operating Room.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with surgeons and healthcare team for optimal results of surgical procedures.
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Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical

VA Hospital
07.1979 - 08.1981
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, individualized care in a timely manner.
  • Managed complex medical-surgical cases, prioritizing tasks efficiently to provide the highest level of care possible.
  • Advocated for patients'' needs effectively with healthcare providers, resulting in improved care plans tailored to individual requirements.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Closely monitored post-operative patients for complications or unusual symptoms.
  • Conducted thorough preoperative assessments on surgical candidates.
  • Prevented adverse events by meticulously following infection control practices in all aspects of patient care.
  • Evaluated patients'' understanding of discharge instructions before they left the hospital premises.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Medical College of Georgia
06.1977 - 07.1979
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
  • Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
  • Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Medical College of Georgia
Augusta, GA
09-1977

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Paine College
Augusta, GA
06-1977

Skills

  • Basic life support
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Discharge planning
  • Direct patient care
  • Team coordination
  • Patient monitoring
  • Staff supervision
  • Infection control measures

Timeline

RN Operating Room, Charge Nurse-Desk Coordinator

AU Health
06.2012 - 05.2022

RN- Senior Staff Nurse, Operating Room

Medical College of Georgia/ AU Health
08.1981 - 05.2011

Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical

VA Hospital
07.1979 - 08.1981

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Medical College of Georgia
06.1977 - 07.1979

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Medical College of Georgia

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Paine College