Rachel Carpenter
Lancaster,OH
Summary
Organized Nurse Manager dedicated to maintaining high-performance and quality-driven healthcare units. Well-versed in evaluating staff performance, conducting education programs and developing departmental budgets. Strong communicator and tactical planner with top skills in problem-solving and conflict management.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OR Nurse Manager
Jameson Crane Sports Medicine Institute
Columbus, Ohio
12.2021 - Current
- Managed a team of 40.9 full-time equivalents, oversaw operations in 6 operating rooms, and supervised 19 pre/post bays
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
- Providing mentorship to assistant nurse managers and nurse managers in their role.
- Empowered staff to feel comfortable being a patient advocate and having direct conversations with peers, surgeons, and anesthesia
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
- Served as an ambulatory representative supporting the senior manager in Surgical Technologist Bargaining.
- Cultivated collaborative relationships with managers and directors to drive engagement
- Volunteered for trial of new department processes and products including BSA temperature control, e-consents, and new instrumentation/equipment
- Implemented Surgical Technologist lead role and supervisor position in the workplace
- Achieved a significant increase in staff satisfaction, moving from Tier 3 to Tier 1
- Sustained a track record of maintaining patient satisfaction levels in the mid to high 90th percentile.
- Work hand in hand with the senior director and finance controller to manage the unit budget, capital, and staffing.
Pre-Op Assistant Nurse Manager
The James
Columbus, Ohio
10.2018 - 12.2021
- Served as a daily resource for staff, physicians, and patients in facilitating pre-op operations.
- Established productive work groups for streamlining unit processes
- Leading regular staff meetings
- Assumed responsibility for Perioperative Manager role when needed
- Successfully readied the department for JCAHO visits through staff preparation.
- Ensured current policies and procedures were up to date through research on evidence-based practice
- Proficient at IV’s, assessments, urinary catheters, blood collection, and medication administration
- Optimized employee collaboration and adherence to new processes and regulations through efficient communication with management
- Managed payroll and scheduling.
- Administered disciplinary action for employee performance deficiencies, infractions and conduct issues after consulting with employees and HR staff.
- Provided leadership and direction to nursing staff, ensuring quality patient care.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff members.
Pre-Op RN Team Leader
Fairfield Medical Center
Lancaster, Ohio
09.2007 - 09.2018
- Ensured smooth operation of the pre-op area by organizing daily assignments, offering support to staff members and stakeholders including physicians and patients, and resolving any potential concerns promptly
- Maintained a consistent and efficient patient experience during their entire surgical procedure, managing their journey from pre-op to the operating room.
- Delivered comprehensive patient care by conducting physical assessments, effectively starting IVs, and diligently maintaining accurate patient records for enhanced safety.
- Developed and implemented staffing guidelines that were equitable to all staff
- Served on the Medication Safety Committee and the Provision of Care Committee
- Provided coverage for the Perioperative Supervisor during periods of absence.
- Ready the department for JCAHO visits including prepping staff
- Reviewed and updated policies and procedures based on current evidence-based practice research
- Proficient at IV’s, assessments, urinary catheters, blood collection, and medication administration
- Expedite communication between management and staff, explaining and implementing new processes and regulations.
NeuroScience Caremanager
Mount Carmel East Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
01.2000 - 01.2007
- Facilitated the daily running of a 35 bed unit
- Rounded daily with physicians to facilitate continuity of care
- Obtained Neuroscience Certification
- Received the Care Award
- Received the Mount Carmel Teammate Award
- Served as the representative on the Nursing Care Council
- Assisted daily with conflict resolution, trouble shooting problems, and helping staff deal with stressful situations.
Operating Room Circulator
Mount Carmel East Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
12.1997 - 01.2000
- Assisted in the preparation of the operating room for surgical procedures by ensuring that all necessary supplies and equipment were available.
- Provided patient care before, during and after surgery, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, positioning patients on the operating table, and managing infection control protocols.
- Maintained sterility within the OR environment by adhering to strict aseptic technique guidelines throughout each procedure.
- Provided support for other personnel within the OR team such as scrub nurses and anesthesiologists.
- Attended educational seminars related to new technologies or techniques used in the OR setting.
Staff Nurse
Mount Carmel East Hospital
Columbus, Ohio
09.1995 - 12.1997
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
Education
The Ohio State University
01.2022
Chamberlain College of Nursing
01.2017
Fayetteville Technical Institute
01.1995
Skills
- Preoperative Care
- Operating Room Safety
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Analytical Thinking
- Delegation and Motivation
Current Position Description
OR Nurse Manager Facilitate the daily running of the perioperative department - serving as a resource for staff, physicians, and patients and trouble-shooting concerns as needed throughout the day. Develop work groups to better improve unit processes. Facilitate weekly staff meetings. Co-facilitate the OR council meetings. Review monthly data- block utilization, patient satisfaction, KPI metrics, patient comments. Plan for capital yearly, obtaining physician requests, identifying unit needs and obtaining quotes. Ready the department for JCAHO visits including prepping staff. Research current evidence based practice to make sure current policies and procedures are up to date. Maintain BLS certification. Expedite communication between management and staff, explaining and implementing new processes and regulations. Manage payroll and scheduling. Be available as needed to fill in for staffing. Serve as a resource for fellow managers. Continue to build positive relationships with physicians and staff.
Current Position
12/01/21, current, Jameson Crane Sports Medicine Institute, Columbus, Ohio
Certification
- Certification in CPR and AED
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- Evidence Based Emersion Program Completion
- CITI Certification- Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative
Accomplishments
- Excellence in Nursing Honoree - 2006
- Cameo of Caring Award - 2006
- 2 Legendary Caregiver awards - 2014 and 2016
Timeline
OR Nurse Manager
Jameson Crane Sports Medicine Institute
12.2021 - Current
Pre-Op Assistant Nurse Manager
The James
10.2018 - 12.2021
Pre-Op RN Team Leader
Fairfield Medical Center
09.2007 - 09.2018
NeuroScience Caremanager
Mount Carmel East Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2007
Operating Room Circulator
Mount Carmel East Hospital
12.1997 - 01.2000
Staff Nurse
Mount Carmel East Hospital
09.1995 - 12.1997
The Ohio State University
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Fayetteville Technical Institute
- Certification in CPR and AED
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- Evidence Based Emersion Program Completion
- CITI Certification- Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative
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