Sharilyn Padua Cotner

Prepare operating rooms with required supplies, implants, and instruments based on surgeon preference cards. Assess, plan, and implement patient care while ensuring compliance with hospital policies and procedures. Verify patient identity, surgical site, and procedure prior to transport from pre-op to the operating room. Assist anesthesiologists before, during, and after surgical procedures. Ensure operating room safety standards and proper equipment setup for surgical cases, including sports medicine procedures. Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure optimal surgical outcomes.

Provided emergency nursing care including initial patient assessments and therapeutic interventions. . Recorded patient histories, monitored vital signs, and communicated patient status to physicians. Performed diagnostic procedures and educated patients and families about treatment results. Administered emergency interventions and triage protocols for diverse patient populations. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans. Managed complex cases involving trauma or multiple organ system failures by providing compassionate care alongside advanced clinical interventions. Provided high-quality nursing care, including administering medications, wound management, and monitoring vital signs.

Assessed and stabilized patients experiencing trauma, stroke, myocardial infarction, and other critical conditions. Delivered rapid emergency care and collaborated with physicians to determine treatment plans. Managed high patient volumes while maintaining accurate assessments and documentation. Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure timely treatments. Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and resources available. Coordinated discharge planning with case managers and social workers to address barriers to successful recovery posthospitalization. Prevented complications related to immobility or prolonged bed rest by implementing early mobility strategies for at-risk patients.

Coordinated patient care plans for medical and psychiatric units. Facilitated discharge planning, utilization management, and coordination of services across the care continuum. Ensured cost-effective care and compliance with insurance and government regulations. Coordinated patient assessments and care plans to ensure comprehensive service delivery. Collaborated with healthcare teams to facilitate discharge planning and resource allocation. Managed case documentation using electronic health record systems for accuracy and compliance. Developed and implemented strategies for improving patient outcomes through targeted interventions. Analyzed client needs to tailor services, enhancing overall satisfaction and engagement. Led interdisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases, fostering collaborative decision-making processes. Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.

Directed home health patient care services and supervised clinical staff. Conducted patient evaluations, coordinated care plans, and prepared the agency for AHCA inspections. Directed nursing staff, ensuring compliance with state regulations and quality standards. Implemented patient care protocols, enhancing overall service delivery and patient satisfaction. Oversaw budget management, optimizing resource allocation and operational efficiency across departments. Mentored and developed nursing leadership, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth. Spearheaded training programs that elevated nursing skills and promoted best practices within the organization. Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.

Delivered ICU-level care including medication administration and monitoring of critically ill patients. Collaborated with physicians to manage complex medical conditions. Administered comprehensive patient assessments to determine critical care needs. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans. Monitored vital signs and clinical indicators, ensuring prompt intervention in emergencies. Educated patients and families on treatment plans, enhancing understanding and compliance. Implemented evidence-based protocols that enhanced patient outcomes and reduced complications. Delivered high-quality direct patient care to diverse populations in the critical care setting including trauma, cardiovascular, neurologic, pulmonary, and surgical cases.

Served as ICU head nurse managing critical patients, administering medications, and monitoring patient conditions. Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols. Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare teams. Educated patients and families on post-operative care and health management. Demonstrated excellent critical thinking skills during emergent situations, collaborating with team members to deliver timely interventions and stabilize patients. Facilitated seamless transitions of care between units by effectively communicating pertinent information about each patient''s status. Conducted thorough risk assessments for falls prevention measures, reducing fall-related injuries among patients in the medical-surgical unit.