Rebecca Weatherbee
Palmetto,FL
Summary
Registered nurse with 9+ years of intraoperative care and patient monitoring in surgical and acute settings. Develops nursing care plans aligned with clinical needs and coordinates surgical readiness through accurate, timely communication. Leads high-performance team efforts by mentoring staff in high-pressure environments to improve patient safety outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Surgical Services
St. Anthony's Hospital
St Petersburg, FL
04.2020 - Current
- Supported surgeons and surgical teams during procedures.
- Ensured patient stability by tracking vital signs and reported condition changes promptly.
- Maintained sterile operating room conditions and followed safety protocols.
- Assisted surgeons with various procedures, including positioning of the patient for optimal access during the procedure.
- Educated patients and families on surgical procedures and recovery plans to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Conducted pre-surgery consultations with patients and families to discuss expectations regarding the outcome of the procedure.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as X-rays or blood work prior to surgery in order to assess overall health status.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care to meet individual needs of each patient.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients throughout the surgical experience, and fostered a positive environment.
- Reported any adverse events or unexpected outcomes from procedures immediately upon occurrence.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained sterile technique in operating room and surgical prep areas.
- Documented surgical care in electronic health records and nursing charts.
- Assisted surgeons and anesthesia teams with instruments and patient positioning.
Registered Nurse (OR)
Foundation Surgical Hospital of San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Delivered individualized nursing care per hospital guidelines and nursing standards, monitored patient changes, and notified surgeons of any issues.
- Demonstrated exemplary nursing skills addressing patient needs through scientific and technical activities.
- Ensured patient safety throughout the transport process to recovery after procedures.
Registered Nurse (OR)
Penrose-St. Frances Hospital
Colorado Springs, CO
03.2017 - 09.2019
- Interpret data and physician orders. Led in maintaining operating room records during procedures.
- Initiated IVs and catheters while providing emotional support to enhance patient comfort and care.
- Maintained detailed documentation of pre- and post-op progress to ensure compliance with protocols.
- Prepared and educated OR patients to facilitate smooth surgeries and recovery.
Registered Nurse (PACU)
Mission Trail Baptist Hospital
San Antonio, TX
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Led organizational initiatives and provided nursing care on a 10-bed PACU unit, supporting diverse surgical cases, including general, orthopedic, and urology.
- Communicated with physicians, patients, families, and members of the interdisciplinary team regarding patient needs, nursing assessments, and recommendations on a daily basis to ensure patient well-being.
- Assessed airway, vitals, and consciousness after surgical procedures.
- Administered medications for pain, nausea, and comfort management.
- Collaborated with anesthesiologists and surgeons on patient care plans.
- Documented PACU assessments, treatments, and transfer readiness clearly.
- Educated patients and families on recovery instructions and discharge care.
- Coordinated safe handoff to inpatient units and outpatient discharge teams.
- Mentored students and new nurses, facilitating their learning and development in clinical skills and patient care.
House RN Supervisor
Acuity Hospital of South Texas
San Antonio, TX
01.2011 - 01.2016
- For 3 years, used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to supervise a 7-member nursing and ancillary staff per shift. Audited charts and reviewed all clinical documents to verify accuracy and progress.
- Evaluated patient conditions to optimize daily unit management in a 32-bed hospital specializing in complex medical care.
- Managed ventilator patients integrating basic ICU related care Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1 to 3 or 1 to 1.
- Oversaw clinical RN responsibilities, collaborating with PT, OT, RT, and dietary/case management to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Coordinated committees addressing Fall Prevention, Staff Retention, and Continuing Education initiatives to enhance unit performance.
- Facilitated conflict management and employee relations, mediating between hospital administration and staff while actively participating in discussions on hiring and termination matters.
- Advanced from Unit RN to Night Supervisor following exemplary performance in nursing.
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX01-2012
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - San Antonio, TX
Kaplan College
San Antonio, TX01-2010
Skills
- Operating room competencies
- Patient monitoring
- Intraoperative care
- Infection control measures
- Electronic health records management
- Clinical documentation
- Care coordination
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Nursing care planning
- Clinical judgment and critical thinking
- SBAR technique framework
- Team leadership
- Patient confidentiality and advocacy
- Family advocacy
- Compliance management
- Sterile technique
- Perioperative nursing
- Medication administration
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Procedure preparations
- Culturally-sensitive care
- High level of autonomy
- Operating room skills
- Patient assessment
Certification
- State of Florida Registered Nurse RN9545268
- CNOR
- BLS
Training
Completed the Perioperative 101 Program
Military Experience
- U.S. Army
- Combat Medic
- 2000-2008
- Was fully responsible for taking the temperature, pulse, and blood pressure of soldiers; preparing blood samples for laboratory analysis; and preparing patients, operating rooms, and equipment for surgery.
- Obtained, updated, and documented vital signs of soldiers. Delivered information to other care providers.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Surgical Services
St. Anthony's Hospital
04.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse (OR)
Foundation Surgical Hospital of San Antonio
09.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse (OR)
Penrose-St. Frances Hospital
03.2017 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse (PACU)
Mission Trail Baptist Hospital
02.2016 - 02.2017
House RN Supervisor
Acuity Hospital of South Texas
01.2011 - 01.2016
Associates Degree - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - San Antonio, TX
Kaplan College