Paula Hinchey
Raymore
Summary
Organized and proactive Stereotactic Radiosurgery Coordinator with a strong background in nursing. Known for effective communication and collaboration across departments, consistently enhancing clinic workflow and ensuring optimal patient care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Stereotactic Radiosurgery Coordinator
Research Medical Center
Kansas City, MO
06.2023 - 05.2026
- Managed communications between departments to ensure timely information sharing and collaboration.
- Coordinated patient scheduling to optimize clinic workflow and enhance appointment accessibility.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Research Medical Center
Kansas City, MO
10.2011 - 06.2023
- Monitored vital signs during procedures, promptly identifying and addressing complications to improve outcomes.
- Administered pre-procedural assessments to ensure patient safety and optimize care pathways.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered treatment plans.
- Educated patients on interventional procedures, enhancing understanding and compliance with care protocols.
- Maintained compliance with radiation safety protocols by properly shielding patients, staff members, and self from unnecessary exposure risks.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
Shawnee, KS
08.2008 - 10.2013
- Administered emergency care to critically ill patients in fast-paced environment.
- Conducted thorough assessments and triaged incoming patients effectively.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and discharge instructions.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Providence Medical Center
Kansas City, KS
05.1988 - 08.2011
- Implemented new protocols for managing high-acuity cases, improving outcomes consistently.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that elevated patient safety standards significantly.
- Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing overall departmental efficiency and response times.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and best practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KSSkills
- Multitasking
- Decision-making
- Data management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Relationship building
- MS office
- Patient scheduling
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
Certification
- Kansas State RN License
- Missouri State RN License
- BLS certificate
- ACLS certificate
- PALS certificate
Timeline
Stereotactic Radiosurgery Coordinator
Research Medical Center
06.2023 - 05.2026
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Research Medical Center
10.2011 - 06.2023
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
08.2008 - 10.2013
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Providence Medical Center
05.1988 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Kansas