Rebecca Narron
Washington,NC
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Staff Nurse with extensive experience in operating room procedures at Vidant Beaufort, adept at medication administration and fostering patient rapport. Recognized for exceptional wound care and mentoring new staff, I excel in fast-paced environments, significantly enhancing patient recovery and care standards. My commitment to evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary collaboration drives optimal surgical outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Vidant Beaufort
Washington, NC
06.2011 - 06.2020
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
- Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Surgical Technologist
Vidant Beaufort
Washington, NC
04.2007 - 06.2011
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Ensured proper care of surgical instruments through meticulous cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance processes.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care before, during, and after surgery.
- Played a key role in reducing OR turnaround time by implementing process improvements for equipment preparation and room cleanup procedures.
- Performed inventory management duties for the operating room supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.
- Contributed to successful operations by assembling and organizing surgical equipment with precision.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Prepared sterile solutions to support surgical processes and helped physicians scrub in for procedures.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
Operating Room Transporter/ Unit Secretary
Beaufort County Hospital
Washington, NC
10.2003 - 04.2007
- Greeted patients and families with warm smiles and pleasant conversation upon my introduction
- Safety assisted patients from bed to stretcher to transport to surgical suite
- Cleaned and sanitized used instruments, assembled in specific sets and prepared them for autoclave sterilization
- Monitored and maintained surgical instruments and department supplies
- Monitored and maintained daily inventory of department supplies
- Worked with vendors/ representatives to secure needed implants and instrumentation for surgeries
- Answered telephone , added surgeries to surgical schedule
- Restocked shelves with supplies needed to optimize surgical procedures
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Beaufort County Community College
Washington, NC05.2011
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Staff development and precepting
- Wound care
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Computerized charting
- Preparing patients for surgical procedures
- Setting up of equipment and scrubbing assistance of laparoscopic procedures
- Talented in minor/major surgery assistance in OBGYN, Urology, Orthopedics, General, and Ophthalmic surgery
- Selecting and passing instruments to the surgeon during operations
- Setting up OR rooms with equipment and supplies needed for optimal surgeries
- Reviewing chart pre-op to ensure all test, documentation and medications are up to date
- Passionate and committed professional recognized for compassionate, calm demeanor
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Vidant Beaufort
06.2011 - 06.2020
Surgical Technologist
Vidant Beaufort
04.2007 - 06.2011
Operating Room Transporter/ Unit Secretary
Beaufort County Hospital
10.2003 - 04.2007
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Beaufort County Community College