SAVANNAH SMITH
Fountain,FL
Summary
Professional healthcare leader with proven experience in surgical environments, skilled in overseeing operating room functions and ensuring high-quality patient care. Strong ability to lead and support surgical teams, adapt to changing needs, and drive results through effective collaboration. Expertise in process optimization, staff training, and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. Known for reliability, adaptability, and results-focused approach.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Nurse Manager
Ascension Sacred Heart Bay
Panama City, FL
10.2023 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations and workflow of operating room staff to ensure efficient patient care.
- Implemented quality assurance protocols to enhance surgical outcomes and patient safety.
- Led training sessions for new nurses, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Developed and enforced policies aligning with hospital standards and regulatory compliance.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for operational enhancements within the unit.
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to streamline pre- and post-operative processes.
- Managed inventory control for surgical supplies, ensuring availability while reducing waste.
- Spearheaded initiatives for reducing surgical site infections, leading to improved patient outcomes across the board.
- Developed strong relationships with key vendors, ensuring timely delivery of essential supplies and equipment for surgical procedures.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards by consistently updating policies and procedures in accordance with industry best practices.
Registered Nurse
Ascension Sacred Heart Bay
Panama City, FL
12.2021 - Current
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver a high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations
- Discussed surgical patients with the healthcare team to address and resolve concerns
- Built relationships with pre-and post-surgical patients with compassion and a positive attitude
- Supervised processes and verified patient information to support patient care
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Bay Medical Center/Sacred Heart
Panama City, FL
06.2016 - 12.2021
- Lead Orthopedic Tech - Specializing in orthopedic, trauma, & sports medicine cases (Ordering of materials, revised surgeon preference cards, & Item inventory with sales representatives.)
- Pulling case supplies for various surgical procedures
- Sterilization and preparation of surgical instrumentation
- Provides perioperative, intraoperative, and post-operative patient care
- Quickly and accurately sets up and completes surgical cases including General, Plastics, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Vascular, CV, Urology, Orthopedic, ENT, Robotic, etc
- Precept/Orientate New Colleagues
- Scrub Emergency and ON CALL cases
- Inventory of medical supplies.
Perioperative Supply Coordinator
UF Health/Shands
Jacksonville, FL
04.2015 - 03.2016
- Primary liaison between Clinician and sales representatives
- Point of contact for sales representatives
- Ordered supplies based on par levels and special supply needs communicated by surgeons
- Collaborated with purchasing department to ensure timely delivery
- Tracked consignment items and implantable tissues
- Established and maintained surgeon preference cards
- Inventory control.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
07.2014 - 04.2015
- Pulling case supplies for various surgical procedures
- Sterilization and preparation of surgical instrumentation
- Provides perioperative, intraoperative, and post-operative patient care
- Quickly and accurately sets up and completes surgical cases including General, Plastics, Neuro, Ophthalmology, Vascular, CV, Urology, Orthopedic, ENT, Robotic, etc
- Precept/Orientate New Colleagues
- Scrub Emergency and ON CALL cases
- Inventory of medical supplies
- Focus on orthopedic trauma and total joints including image guided ("Stealth") knees.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Bay Medical Center/Sacred Heart
Panama City, FL
11.2011 - 07.2014
- Lead Orthopedic Tech - Specializing in orthopedic, trauma, & sports medicine cases (Ordering of materials, revised surgeon preference cards, & Item inventory with sales representatives.)
- Pulling case supplies for various surgical procedures
- Sterilization and preparation of surgical instrumentation
- Provides perioperative, intraoperative, and post-operative patient care
- Quickly and accurately sets up and completes surgical cases including General, Plastics, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Vascular, CV, Urology, Orthopedic, ENT, Robotic, etc
- Precept/Orientate New Colleagues
- Scrub Emergency and ON CALL cases
- Inventory of medical supplies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gulf Coast State College
Panama City, FL08-2024
Associate Degree in Nursing in Nursing -
Chipola College
Marianna12-2021
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Gulf Coast State College
Panama City, FL12-2011
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Gulf Coast Community College
Panama City, FL06-2006
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Advocacy
- EMR Software
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Clinical Leadership
- Quality Improvement
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
- Department management
- Relationship Building
- Infection Control
- Medication Administration
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Process Improvement
- Family Support and Assistance
- Decision-Making
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist
- Registered Nurse
- BSN
- Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR)-Expected August 2026
Timeline
Operating Room Nurse Manager
Ascension Sacred Heart Bay
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ascension Sacred Heart Bay
12.2021 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Bay Medical Center/Sacred Heart
06.2016 - 12.2021
Perioperative Supply Coordinator
UF Health/Shands
04.2015 - 03.2016
Certified Surgical Technologist
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
07.2014 - 04.2015
Certified Surgical Technologist
Bay Medical Center/Sacred Heart
11.2011 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gulf Coast State College
Associate Degree in Nursing in Nursing -
Chipola College
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Gulf Coast State College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Gulf Coast Community College