Niki White
Pace
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive perioperative experience and commitment to patient care excellence. Adept at coordinating surgical teams and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Known for strong teamwork, adaptability, and meticulous attention to detail in dynamic environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Circulator/Charge Nurse
Santa Rosa Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
- Acting as an advocate for the patient before, during and after surgery
- Coordinated surgical team activities to ensure optimal workflow and patient safety.
- Managed sterile environments, adhering to infection control protocols during procedures.
- Assisted in the preparation and organization of surgical instruments and supplies.
- Facilitated effective communication between surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff.
- Monitored patient vital signs throughout procedures to maintain safety standards.
- Implemented best practices for patient positioning and comfort during surgeries.
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
- Ensured proper documentation of all relevant information during each stage of the surgical process for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by offering compassionate care and empathetic communication throughout their surgical experience.
- Reduced surgery complications by providing effective perioperative care to patients.
- Contributed to successful surgeries with efficient preparation, organization, and management of operating rooms.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
- Optimized efficiency within the operating room by managing supplies inventory and maintaining appropriate stocking levels.
- Improved communication among surgical team members by actively participating in preoperative briefings and debriefings.
- Mentored new staff members on safe practices within the operating room setting, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration.
- Provided thorough handoff reports to enhance continuity of care between shifts and departments.
- Consistently demonstrated compliance with all relevant regulatory standards, including HIPAA, OSHA, and infection prevention protocols.
- Coordinated surgical procedures, ensuring optimal patient positioning and instrument availability.
- Collaborated with surgical team to streamline workflow and enhance patient outcomes.
RN Circulator/Charge Nurse
Medical Solutions Travel Nursing
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Led sterile technique practices, maintaining compliance with infection control standards.
- Mentored new nurses in operating room protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to optimize surgical efficiency and safety.
- Managed patient information using electronic health record systems for accurate documentation.
- Assessed and prioritized surgical case needs, facilitating effective communication among team members.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring and assessing vital signs during surgical procedures.
- Prevented postoperative infections through diligent wound care and dressing changes as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care before, during, and after surgeries.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met while respecting individual preferences.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
RN Circulator/Neurosurgery Coordinator
Ascension Sacred Heart
07.2016 - 02.2022
- Coordinated surgical procedures, ensuring optimal flow and patient safety throughout operations.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and improve surgical outcomes.
- Monitored and maintained sterile environments, adhering to infection control protocols effectively.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on surgical protocols and operational standards.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows in the operating room.
- Evaluated patient needs preoperatively, providing critical information to surgical teams for planning.
- Advocated for patients' rights and needs within the surgical setting, fostering a supportive environment.
- Assisted surgeons in performing complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to expand knowledge of current best practices in RN Circulator roles.
- Facilitated seamless transitions from preoperative to post-anesthesia recovery units by communicating effectively with other healthcare professionals.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by staying up-to-date on the latest nursing practices related to perioperative care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Surgical Tech/First Assist
Southern Orthopaedics
01.2001 - 07.2016
- Acting as First Assistant
- Prepared and sterilized surgical instruments for orthopedic procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by providing necessary tools and materials in a timely manner.
- Maintained sterile environment in the operating room, minimizing infection risks and enhancing patient safety.
- Collaborated with surgical team to develop efficient workflows, optimizing procedure times and reducing delays.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices for instrument handling and surgical protocols.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
Education
ADN - Nursing
Fortis Nursing School
Pensacola, FL01-2016
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Medical Career Center
01.2001
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL01.1994
Skills
- Efficiently structured
- Effective team leadership
- Specialized acute care knowledge
- Surgical assistance expertise
- Surgical environment professionalism
- Commitment to patient safety
- Surgical readiness preparation
- Aseptic technique
- Surgical equipment handling
- Patient-centered care
- Collaborative teamwork
- Analytical problem-solving
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Effective troubleshooting skills
- Empathetic support
- Proficient in handling multiple tasks
- Strong verbal communication
- Trustworthy execution
- Certified in CPR
- Vital signs assessment
- Accurate clinical documentation
- ACLS certification
- Infection safety protocols
Certification
- BLS-AHA
- ACLS- AHA
- PALS- AHA
Timeline
RN Circulator/Charge Nurse
Santa Rosa Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
RN Circulator/Charge Nurse
Medical Solutions Travel Nursing
03.2022 - 05.2023
RN Circulator/Neurosurgery Coordinator
Ascension Sacred Heart
07.2016 - 02.2022
Surgical Tech/First Assist
Southern Orthopaedics
01.2001 - 07.2016
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Medical Career Center
ADN - Nursing
Fortis Nursing School
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Florida State University
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