Rachel Wood
BURBANK,CA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record in the 22 operating rooms at Auckland Hospital N.Z.
Expert in sterile technique and critical thinking, I excel in enhancing patient safety. Known for creative problem-solving and effective teamwork.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Horticulturist
Armstrong Garden Centers
03.2018 - 05.2023
- Demonstrated continual positive effort to maintain working relationships with staff, volunteers and management.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Assisted clients in selecting appropriate plants based on climate conditions, sun exposure, soil type, and desired aesthetic appeal.
- Retained knowledge of garden plants and understanding of cultural requirements to maximize growth and cultivation.
- Liaised with manager to plan and coordinate projects, determine necessary personnel or discuss garden concerns.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing personalized recommendations on plant selection and care based on individual needs.
- Enhanced plant health by implementing proper pruning, watering, and fertilization techniques.
- Educated clients on sustainable gardening practices, promoting the benefits of organic methods and native plants.
- Resolved client concerns promptly through effective communication skills addressing their specific horticultural issues.
Anantomy and Physiology Teacher (Temp.)
Northwest College of Surgical Technology
09.2010 - 02.2011
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
Surgical Technologist Student Intern
Cedars Sinai Hospital and Northridge Hospital
08.2010 - 10.2010
Professional Landscaper
Self Employed
03.2000 - 09.2003
- Optimized efficiency with regular maintenance services including pruning, pest control treatments, and fertilization applications.
- Enhanced curb appeal by designing and implementing creative landscaping solutions for residential and commercial clients.
- Developed loyal customer relationships through exceptional communication skills and responsive follow-up services post-project completion.
- Showcased creative problem-solving skills when adapting designs to accommodate site constraints or unexpected challenges during project implementation.
- Revitalized existing landscapes with seasonal color enhancements using annuals, perennials, and ornamental grasses.
- Transformed outdoor spaces with the installation of hardscape features such as patios, walkways, and retaining walls.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Auckland Hospital
08.1981 - 03.1991
- Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience within the operating room setting.
- Optimized patient care during surgery by skillfully assisting in various operative procedures and handling surgical instruments proficiently.
- Maintained an organized and efficient work environment within the operating room by effectively managing supplies, equipment inventory, and sterilization processes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients'' families through effective communication about surgical expectations, progress updates, and postoperative care instructions.
- Supported a culture of excellence within the operating room by actively participating in ongoing professional development, training sessions, and peer evaluations.
- Prevented infections and maintained a sterile environment through diligent adherence to infection control guidelines and operating room best practices.
- Contributed to a high-performing operating room team through consistent collaboration, effective problem-solving, and open communication with peers.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
- Multi discipline surgeries, including Pediatrics and Neurosurgery.
Education
No Degree - Surgical Technology
Glendale Career College
Glendale, CA08.2010
Registered Nurse - Nursing
The School Of Nursing
The General Infirmary At Leeds, United Kingdom09.1978
Skills
- Patient Safety
- Critical Thinking
- Sterile Technique Expertise
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Instrument passing
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Attention to Detail
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Instrument Sterilization
Certification
Certified Surgical Technician (CST)
Certified Nursery Professional (CCNPro)
Timeline
Horticulturist
Armstrong Garden Centers
03.2018 - 05.2023
Anantomy and Physiology Teacher (Temp.)
Northwest College of Surgical Technology
09.2010 - 02.2011
Surgical Technologist Student Intern
Cedars Sinai Hospital and Northridge Hospital
08.2010 - 10.2010
Professional Landscaper
Self Employed
03.2000 - 09.2003
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Auckland Hospital
08.1981 - 03.1991
No Degree - Surgical Technology
Glendale Career College
Registered Nurse - Nursing
The School Of Nursing
Certified Surgical Technician (CST)
Certified Nursery Professional (CCNPro)
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