Roshonda Tyson
Greenville,NC
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Practical Nurse and Surgical Technologist at ECU Health, adapt in medication administration and maintaining high infection control standards. Demonstrated excellence in improving patient outcomes and efficiency in surgical settings. Skilled in direct patient care and collaborative teamwork, significantly enhancing patient care delivery and recovery processes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
ECU Health
06.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Surgical Technologist
ECU Health
03.2003 - 06.2021
- 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.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- 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.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- 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.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing anxiety or discomfort prior to surgery, helping alleviate concerns while maintaining professionalism.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Played a key role in reducing OR turnaround time by implementing process improvements for equipment preparation and room cleanup procedures.
- Contributed to successful operations by assembling and organizing surgical equipment with precision.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care before, during, and after surgery.
- Received recognition for excellent performance in assisting with emergency surgeries, resulting in positive patient outcomes.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Prepared sterile solutions to support surgical processes and helped physicians scrub in for procedures.
- Transported patients to and from surgeries to promote timely operating room turnover.
Licensed Practical Nurse
IntelliChoice Home Care
08.2015 - 07.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors In Public Health
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07.2024
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC07.2020
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Wilson Community College
Wilson,NC07.2014
High School Diploma -
North Pitt High School
Bethel, NC06.1993
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
ECU Health
06.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
IntelliChoice Home Care
08.2015 - 07.2019
Surgical Technologist
ECU Health
03.2003 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors In Public Health
Grand Canyon University
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Lenoir Community College
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Wilson Community College
High School Diploma -
North Pitt High School
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