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Ray Porter

Lakewood,OH

Summary

Seasoned Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital, specializing in post-surgical patient care across multiple specialties. Demonstrated expertise in wound and skin care as a Skin Care Resource Nurse, alongside proficiency in vascular access. Known for exceptional patient care and a commitment to continuous education.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital
Cleveland, OH
02.2021 - Current
  • Provide direct medical care of 4-6 post-surgical patients in colorectal, orthopedic, bariatric, trauma, vascular and hepatobiliary specialties
  • Member of Skin Care Resource Nursing team, attending monthly meetings and serving as unit expert by educating colleagues in wound, skin and ostomy care
  • Change surgical dressings, wounds, insert catheters and peripheral IV's, manage patient controlled analgesia pumps and nerve blocks
  • Manage individualized patient care plans by promoting and restoring patient health
  • Consulting and coordinating with healthcare teams to asses and evaluate patient care plans
  • Adjust specialized medical equipment, recording and interpreting measurements
  • Maintain enhanced knowledge of public health concerns through attendance at workshops, meetings and specialty clinics and classes

Student Nurse Extern

Mercy St. Vincent's Hospital
Toledo, OH
01.2019 - 12.2020
  • Provided care to 12-24 patients, working closely with registered nurses and other members of the healthcare team
  • Performed ADL's, vital signs, rounding and assisted with nursing tasks

Education

Master of Science - Acute-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Chamberlain University
Chicago
04-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lourdes University
Sylvania, OH
12-2020

Skills

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • Skin Care Resource Nurse (SCRN)
  • Vascular Access Resource Nurse (VARN)
  • Basic Training Certification in Suturing
  • Basic Training Certification in Acute Care Skills (Central line insertion, airway intubation, chest tube insertion)

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital
02.2021 - Current

Student Nurse Extern

Mercy St. Vincent's Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2020

Master of Science - Acute-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Chamberlain University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lourdes University
Ray Porter