Peter O'Neill
Sharpsville,PA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Sharon Regional Medical Center, excelling in maintaining sterility and patient safety during surgeries. Demonstrated ability to adapt to change and employ critical thinking, significantly reducing infection risks. Known for collaborative teamwork and effective patient advocacy, ensuring high-quality care and optimal surgical outcomes. Continuously seeks professional development to enhance nursing practices.
Healthcare professional with robust background in perioperative nursing seeking to contribute to dynamic surgical team. Known for delivering exceptional patient care throughout surgical procedures and maintaining stringent adherence to sterile techniques. Highly collaborative and adaptable, contributing to seamless team operations and positive patient outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sharon Regional Medical Center
09.1998 - Current
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Managed efficient use of operating room resources, streamlining procedures and minimizing waste.
- Provided high-quality care for diverse patient populations, addressing individual needs and concerns.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Conducted thorough preoperative assessments to identify potential risks and address concerns prior to surgery.
- Streamlined communication among surgical team members, facilitating efficient flow of information during critical moments in surgery.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Continually updated knowledge on best practices in nursing care through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- 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.
- Served as a liaison between the surgical team and family members, providing timely updates on patient progress.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Coordinated with anesthesia providers to ensure proper administration of anesthesia during procedures.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Westmoreland County Community College
Youngwood, PASkills
- Intraoperative Safety Practices
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Skilled in Patient Positioning
- Patient Care Safety
- Upholding Sterility Standards
- Critical thinking
- Clinical assessments
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Patient advocacy
- Medication administration
- Infection controls
- Circulating nurse skills
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Procedure room preparation
- Adapting to change
- Clear patient communication
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing License# RN297253L
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sharon Regional Medical Center
09.1998 - Current
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Westmoreland County Community College
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