Rachel Pond
Paw Paw,Michigan
Summary
Professional nurse with experience in surgical care and patient management. Skilled in providing high-quality preoperative and intraoperative care. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable with excellent skills in communication, critical thinking, and clinical judgment.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Surgery
Bronson Methodist Hospital
02.2021 - Current
- Second shift charge nurse 2023-current date
- Collaborate with surgical team to coordinate patient schedules and optimize operating room efficiency.
- Implement infection control practices, contributing to a safe surgical environment for all patients.
- Mentor junior nurses in surgical protocols and best practices, fostering professional development within the team.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in surgical nursing care.
- Promot continuity of care by effectively communicating pertinent information about patients'' surgical experience during shift handoffs.
- Provide compassionate emotional support to patients and families throughout the surgical experience, easing anxieties and promoting trust in healthcare providers.
- Advance patient advocacy by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to ensure that all aspects of care were tailored to meet individual needs and preferences.
- Optimize resource utilization by managing supplies, organizing equipment, and delegating tasks efficiently within the surgical unit.
- Contribute to a positive workplace culture by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and actively participating in team meetings and initiatives.
- Streamline communication between nurses, physicians, and other team members to ensure seamless coordination of care during surgeries.
- Advocate for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Manage level one trauma center with twenty-one operating rooms.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Bronson Methodist Hospital
08.2015 - 02.2021
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on discharge instructions, promoting adherence to care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN10-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kalamazoo Community College
Kalamazoo05-2015
Skills
- Clinical judgment and decision making when collaborating with surgeons and anesthesia physicians about patient care
- Compassionate care, strong clinical judgement, teamwork, and collaboration with pre-op, post-op, bed managers, OR staff, reprocessing staff, maintenance, and central distribution to ensure patients get the excellent and tailored care they need
- Problem-solving abilities, attention to detail and multitasking in a rapidly changing environment
- Advocating for patient safety
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Delegation to team members and high motivation to ensure staff assignments are appropriate and safe
- Creating a positive work environment, which has lead to staff feeling comfortable coming to me with professional and personal problems
- Economical in using resources and staff appropriately
- Initiated second shift robot training to utilize staff better
- Flex to roles outside of charge nurse such as pre-op after hours and filling in for support staff to ensure the unit is stocked appropriately
- Daily rounding in operating rooms to facilitate efficiency by communicating with charge nurse, assessing the units needs and re-directed staff as needed
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Surgery
Bronson Methodist Hospital
02.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Bronson Methodist Hospital
08.2015 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Walden University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kalamazoo Community College