Rasean Spencer
Richmond
Summary
Dynamic Charge Nurse with extensive experience at MD Anderson Cancer Center, excelling in clinical leadership and patient advocacy. Proven track record in optimizing surgical workflows and enhancing patient satisfaction through effective care coordination. Skilled in staff supervision and decision-making, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes safety and quality outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
MD Anderson Cancer Center
08.2013 - Current
- Oversee daily operations of the Main OR suites, coordinating staffing and assignments for team members per shift across multiple surgical specialties.
- Collaborate directly with surgeons, anesthesia board runners, unit managers, and resource nurses to manage daily surgical cases.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, surgeons, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for improved OR efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Dedicated to delivering outstanding perioperative care and leading high performing surgical teams.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
MD Anderson Cancer Center
03.2004 - 08.2013
- 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.
- 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.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Delivered circulating nursing care in Surgical Oncology specialty.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
12.2000 - 03.2004
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Collected and labeled specimens for delivery to pathology 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.
- Delivered circulating nursing care for general surgery specialty.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL05-1999
Skills
- Decision-making
- Care coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Team leadership
- Patient advocacy and safety
- Staff scheduling
- Staff supervision
- Compassionate and patient
- HIPAA and Regulatory compliance
- Infection Prevention
Certification
- Registered Nurse- Texas
- Basic Life Support(BLS)
Timeline
Charge Nurse
MD Anderson Cancer Center
08.2013 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse
MD Anderson Cancer Center
03.2004 - 08.2013
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
12.2000 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tuskegee University
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