Rebecca Wells
Carlisle
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 13 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Operating Room specialty.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Circulating RN
Kettering Health Dayton, Prolink
10.2024 - Current
- Maintain sterile environments, reducing the risk of infection and ensuring patient safety.
- Assist anesthesia providers during induction thus ensuring seamless transition into surgery.
- Enhance patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and maintaining a safe operating room environment.
- Support efficient workflow within the operating room by promptly setting up required instrumentation and equipment.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases, improving overall treatment plans and collaboration among providers.
CVOR Circulating RN
St Elizabeth Healthcare Edgewood Hospital, Prolink
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Provided thorough documentation of each surgery, ensuring accurate records were maintained for future reference or audits.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient safety and satisfaction during procedures.
- Assisted anesthesia providers during induction thus ensuring seamless transition into surgery.
- Supported efficient workflow within the operating room by promptly setting up required instrumentation and equipment.
- Served as a mentor for new nursing staff members, sharing knowledge and expertise in circulating RN duties.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, providing education and support throughout the surgical process.
CVOR Circulating RN
Kettering Health Dayton, Prolink
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Used aseptic techniques to maintain sterile fields and actively monitor situations to prevent breaches in aseptic techniques.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient safety and satisfaction during procedures.
- Streamlined preoperative procedures for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
Circulating RN
University Of Cincinnati Medical Center, Trustaff
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient safety and satisfaction during procedures.
- Served as a mentor for new nursing staff members, sharing knowledge and expertise in circulating RN duties.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Used aseptic techniques to maintain sterile fields and actively monitored situations to prevent breaches in aseptic techniques.
- Obtained experience in all specialties including burns, level 1 trauma and organ transplant
Circulating RN/Charge Nurse
Kettering Health Main Campus
11.2015 - 01.2022
- Managed a 21 room operating room.
- Assisted surgeons in performing complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided thorough handoff reports to enhance continuity of care between shifts and departments.
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to expand knowledge of current best practices in RN Circulator roles.
Charge RN
Miami Valley Hospital
11.2012 - 11.2015
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of patients and staff members at all times.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and developing individualized care plans.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Streamlined nursing processes for increased efficiency, resulting in improved patient satisfaction scores.
RN
Lifecare Hospital Of Dayton
04.2012 - 12.2014
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Cared for acutely ill patients on ventilators.
- Titrated critical drips.
- Completed complex wound care.
Charge RN
Residence At Kensington Place
01.2012 - 04.2012
- Developed and implemented specific nursing care plans to cater to individual patient needs.
- Managed a 109 bed facility.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
Nursing Assistant
Atrium Medical Center
07.2002 - 10.2009
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN10.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fortis College - Centerville
Dayton, OH12.2011
High School Diploma -
Carlisle High School
06.2002
Skills
- Patient Safety
- Sterile technique
- General surgery
- Open heart Surgery
- Vascular Surgery
- Transplant Surgery
Timeline
Circulating RN
Kettering Health Dayton, Prolink
10.2024 - Current
CVOR Circulating RN
St Elizabeth Healthcare Edgewood Hospital, Prolink
04.2024 - 10.2024
CVOR Circulating RN
Kettering Health Dayton, Prolink
01.2023 - 04.2024
Circulating RN
University Of Cincinnati Medical Center, Trustaff
01.2022 - 01.2023
Circulating RN/Charge Nurse
Kettering Health Main Campus
11.2015 - 01.2022
Charge RN
Miami Valley Hospital
11.2012 - 11.2015
RN
Lifecare Hospital Of Dayton
04.2012 - 12.2014
Charge RN
Residence At Kensington Place
01.2012 - 04.2012
Nursing Assistant
Atrium Medical Center
07.2002 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Science -
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fortis College - Centerville
High School Diploma -
Carlisle High School
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