Renee Pattee
Flushing,MI
Summary
I have 30+ years experience in the operating room fulfilling many different roles. I am proficient in scrubbing and circulating. I have 7 years as a Certified RNFA, with main service in cardiac and thoracic including Robotics.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RNFA
McLaren Flint
07.2015 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- First assist for multiple services within the OR, main responsibilities to Cardiac and Thoracic surgery
- Proficient in Endoscopic Vein Harvesting
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
CVOR Registered Nurse
McLaren Flint
09.2001 - 07.2015
- Maximized team cohesion through active participation in department meetings, contributing valuable insight based on direct CVOR nursing experience.
- Optimized surgical team efficiency by maintaining proper sterile techniques and ensuring timely instrument availability.
- Contributed to a decrease in surgical site infections through meticulous attention to detail in the operating room environment.
- Function in multiple roles within the O.R. suite, with main responsibilities to Open Heart procedures
- Train new personnel to scrub and circulate in the O.R.
- Filled in for charge nurse and heart coordinator when needed
Registered Nurse- Operating Room
Retreat Hospital
02.2001 - 08.2001
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning among colleagues by sharing knowledge on current evidence-based practices in the field of perioperative nursing.
- Streamlined the perioperative process for patients by establishing clear lines of communication between interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
- Supported a culture of excellence within the operating room by actively participating in ongoing professional development, training sessions, and peer evaluations.
Pediatric Service Coordinator
Columbia Chippenham Medical Center
01.1998 - 02.2021
- Served as a primary point of contact for surgeons, vendors, and staff.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to maintain optimal inventory levels of tools, equipment, and supplies required for pediatric cases.
- Facilitate daily operations of pediatric surgery.
- Responsible for training and evaluating staff.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
01.1993 - 04.1997
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Experienced in: gen., peds., plastic, thoracic, neuro, ortho, and vascular surgery in a 15 suite operating room.
Certified Surgical Technologist Preceptor
Kenner Army Hospital
01.1989 - 02.1992
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Train new surgical technicians from 1991-1992
- Tested and evaluated students surgical skills
Education
National Institute of First Assisting
Centennial, CO 08.2014 - 8 2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
John Tyler Community College
Chester, VA05.1996
Certificate of Technical Studies - Operating Room Technician
U.S.Army
Ft. Sam Houston, TX1998
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse in State of Michigan
- CNOR 2014-present
- CRNFA 2017-present
- BLS
Timeline
RNFA
McLaren Flint
07.2015 - Current
National Institute of First Assisting
08.2014 - 8 2015
CVOR Registered Nurse
McLaren Flint
09.2001 - 07.2015
Registered Nurse- Operating Room
Retreat Hospital
02.2001 - 08.2001
Pediatric Service Coordinator
Columbia Chippenham Medical Center
01.1998 - 02.2021
Certified Surgical Technologist
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
01.1993 - 04.1997
Certified Surgical Technologist Preceptor
Kenner Army Hospital
01.1989 - 02.1992
- Licensed Registered Nurse in State of Michigan
- CNOR 2014-present
- CRNFA 2017-present
- BLS
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
John Tyler Community College
Certificate of Technical Studies - Operating Room Technician
U.S.Army
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