Rachel Dziadosz
HCA South Tampa Hospital
1
Certification
30
Years of experience
Registered Nurse (BSN, CNOR) with 25+ years of progressive healthcare experience spanning preoperative services, ambulatory surgery, cardiac care, clinical operations, staff education, and healthcare technology adoption. Recognized as a clinical leader, Epic Super User, and trusted mentor with extensive experience optimizing workflows, training healthcare professionals, improving patient outcomes, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Demonstrated success collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, implementing process improvements, and supporting clinical technology initiatives. Seeking opportunities in Clinical Informatics, Clinical Specialist, Healthcare Technology, Clinical Operations, Quality Improvement, Digital Health, or Healthcare AI.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Surgical Services
8 Years 6 Months- Led RN for orthopedic and spine surgery patients in a high-volume surgical environment.
- Coordinate pre-operative and recovery care for elective surgery, cardiac catheterization, and interventional radiology patients.
- Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Trained, mentored, and onboarded new nursing staff to enhance team readiness and patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians, anesthesia providers, and multidisciplinary teams, contributing to improved patient outcomes and streamlined operations.
- Utilize Epic EMR to ensure accurate documentation and continuity of care.
- Recognized for clinical leadership, critical thinking, and patient advocacy.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
4 Years 8 Months- Circulated in fast-paced ambulatory surgery center, ensuring efficient patient flow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Functioned as an Epic Super User and primary resource for staff training, documentation support, and workflow optimization.
- Assisted in implementing and adopting electronic documentation processes, enhancing accuracy and accessibility of patient records.
- Collaborated across departments to improve surgical operations and patient care delivery.
- Collaborated with departments to streamline surgical operations, enhancing patient care delivery and operational efficiency.
- Assisted with implementation and adoption of electronic documentation processes.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
- Provided circulating nurse support across multiple surgical specialties including trauma, neurology, orthopedics, colorectal, breast oncology, gynecology, and robotic surgery.
- Served as departmental Super User for endoscopic technology systems, enhancing team proficiency.
- Facilitated staff training and adoption of new technology, improving overall team readiness.
- Selected as departmental Super User for endoscopic technology systems.
- Partnered with physicians, anesthesia teams, and surgical leadership to streamline surgical processes.
Registered Nurse, Manager
- Managed daily clinical and operational activities of a high-volume plastic and reconstructive surgery practice.
- Led hiring, onboarding, training, and performance development to enhance nursing and support staff capabilities.
- Developed and implemented policies, procedures, quality initiatives, and workflow improvements to ensure high standards of care.
- Developed policies, procedures, quality initiatives, and workflow improvements.
- Maintained compliance with OSHA, Joint Commission, and AAAASF standards.
- Partnered with physicians to identify and implement strategies that enhanced operational efficiency and increased patient satisfaction.
- Coordinated clinical research data collection and protocol implementation.
Registered Nurse, Travel
- Delivered specialized cardiac step-down nursing care for post-CABG, pacemaker, angioplasty, and valve replacement patients, ensuring optimal recovery and patient safety.
- Conducted patient assessments and coordinated interdisciplinary care, enhancing patient outcomes through effective monitoring and collaboration.
Registered Nurse, Charge RN
- Supervised patient care operations for 50-bed telemetry and cardiac step-down unit, ensuring high-quality care delivery.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care among physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary departments to optimize patient outcomes.
- Completed advanced telemetry training and supported bedside procedures.
- Assisted leadership with patient flow and operational coordination, enhancing overall unit efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Interpersonal communication skills
Clinical educator
Electronic health records super user
Patient education
Critical thinking
Detail oriented
Patient advocacy
ACLS/PALS
Certification
CNOR
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Surgical Services
HCA South Tampa Hospital
02.2018 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Kaiser Permanente
08.2010 - 04.2015Read More
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Tampa General Hospital
2008 - 2010Read More
Registered Nurse, Manager
Dr. Michelle Copeland
1997 - 2008Read More
Registered Nurse, Travel
Travecorps
1996 - 1997Read More
Registered Nurse, Charge RN
VA Medical Center
1996 - 1996Read More
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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