Sidney Woodard
Madison,MS
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diagnostic Lead Nurse
GI Associates and Endoscopy Center
Flowood, MS
07.2020 - Current
- Conducted various diagnostic procedures including pillcams, esophageal manometries, anorectal manometries, bravos, hydrogen breath tests, and urea breath tests
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations, laws and standards of practice pertaining to nursing care.
- Provided clinical expertise and leadership to ensure quality patient care was delivered in a safe and effective manner.
- Collaborated with physicians regarding diagnosis, treatment plans and medication orders for patients.
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases or review policies and procedures.
- Assisted in the training of new nurses by providing instruction on proper techniques and procedures related to patient care.
- Assumed responsibility for overseeing day-to-day activities within the unit such as shift assignments and workload distribution.
- Supervised daily operations within the department, including staffing schedules, equipment maintenance, budgeting and inventory control.
Endoscopy Nurse
GI Associates and Endoscopy Center
Madison, MS
07.2015 - Current
- Conduct and document a thorough assessment of patient's medical status upon admission and throughout course of treatment
- Interact and communicate with patients of all ages and backgrounds ensuring quality medical care and treatment
- Assist physicians and CRNAs throughout procedures
- Maintain narcotic records by checking for accuracy and errors between all nurses and CRNAs
- Schedule follow up appointments in clinic, office procedures, and any further testing
- Observe and treat patient post-operatively by monitoring vital signs and levels of consciousness
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Circulating OR Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
Jackson, MS
11.2014 - 07.2015
- Worked closely with anesthesia attendings and anesthesiologists to give patient care such as assisting with spinal blocks, inserting foleys, hanging blood products and administering intramuscular injections
- Provided direct quality care for patients before and after surgery such as monitoring, recording, and evaluating of medical conditions
- Handled and prepared operating room instruments and equipment within the sterile field
- Prepared patients for procedures, monitored vital signs during conscious sedation and post-procedure vitals
Clinical Nurse/OR Private Scrub Assist
MS Sports Medicine Center
Jackson, MS
08.2007 - 11.2014
- Provided postoperative care such as removal of sutures, assessment of incision site, and application of post-op splints and casts
- Offered patient training and instructions such as wound care technique and infection control procedures
- Provided day to day follow up care to pre/postoperative patients
- Processed preauthorization of surgical procedures and testing
- Scheduled diagnostic testing and surgical procedures for new and existing patients
Staff Nurse
UMC Bone Marrow Transplant Unit
Jackson, MS
07.2006 - 07.2007
- Performed nursing assessments and triage of patient care needs for new and ongoing patients
- Educated patients and family members regarding disease process, treatment regimens, side effects, disease prevention and health promotion strategies
- Provided direct nursing care for specified patients, including appropriate supportive care and administration of chemotherapy, blood components, fluid and electrolyte replacements, and other oncology treatments as prescribed
- Provided family support as needed, including applicable referrals and bereavement counseling
- Accessed, assessed, and cared for peripheral IV and central lines
- Monitored patient's status throughout entire treatment, as well as managing emergency situations
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of MS Medical Center
Jackson, MS05.2006
Associate's Degree in Arts, Nursing -
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05.2004
Skills
- Team Management
- Clinical Leadership
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Organizational Skills
- Professionalism
Certification
- BLS, 10/01/22
- ACLS, 10/01/23
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Diagnostic Lead Nurse
GI Associates and Endoscopy Center
07.2020 - Current
Endoscopy Nurse
GI Associates and Endoscopy Center
07.2015 - Current
Circulating OR Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
11.2014 - 07.2015
Clinical Nurse/OR Private Scrub Assist
MS Sports Medicine Center
08.2007 - 11.2014
Staff Nurse
UMC Bone Marrow Transplant Unit
07.2006 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of MS Medical Center
Associate's Degree in Arts, Nursing -
Hinds Community College
- BLS, 10/01/22
- ACLS, 10/01/23
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