STACEY BROCK
LPN
Mustang,OK
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with hands-on experience in providing nursing care within diverse healthcare settings. Possess strong clinical skills bolstered by ability to maintain positive patient relations. Have made significant contributions in optimizing patient care through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare team members.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN, Drug Room Supervisor/Scrub Nurse
One Core Health
Oklahoma City, OK
10.2023 - Current
- Leveraged database to confirm validity of prescriptions, patient data and drug side effects.
- Assisted with pharmacy technology updates and troubleshooting to ensure efficient operation.
- Ordered, labeled and counted stock of medications and entered inventory data into computer.
- Managed medication inventory, including ordering and restocking medications as necessary.
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies and logged items into inventory system.
- Restocked shelves with new supplies of medications as needed.
- Provided education materials about medications to patients upon request.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Reviewed patient charts for allergies, special instructions or any other relevant information prior to surgery.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly sterilized before use.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Conducted quality control checks on all sterilization equipment used in the OR.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens according to laboratory standards.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Reported any irregularities or problems regarding equipment or supplies to supervisor immediately.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Performed pre-operative skin preparation of patients prior to surgery.
- Assisted in transporting patients from one location to another within the hospital setting.
- Prepared surgical trays with appropriate instrumentation and supplies needed for individual surgeries.
- Inspected medical instruments after cleaning and ensured they were functioning correctly.
- Instructed new staff members on proper techniques related to scrubbing, gowning, gloving.
- Verified the accuracy of medications and solutions for procedures as required.
- Assisted with post-operative care including wound dressing changes, suture removal.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Provided the necessary sterile supplies for each procedure.
- Maintained a clean, organized and sterile environment in the operating room.
- Cleaned and restocked OR rooms between cases and at end of day.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
LPN, Scrub Nurse
Children's Hospital of Oklahoma
Oklahoma City, OK
11.2013 - 10.2023
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Reviewed patient charts for allergies, special instructions or any other relevant information prior to surgery.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly sterilized before use.
- Conducted quality control checks on all sterilization equipment used in the OR.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens according to laboratory standards.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Reported any irregularities or problems regarding equipment or supplies to supervisor immediately.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Assisted in transporting patients from one location to another within the hospital setting.
- Inspected medical instruments after cleaning and ensured they were functioning correctly.
- Instructed new staff members on proper techniques related to scrubbing, gowning, gloving.
- Verified the accuracy of medications and solutions for procedures as required.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Provided the necessary sterile supplies for each procedure.
- Organized materials needed for specific procedures according to established protocols.
- Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
LPN Direct Patient Care/Scrub Licensed Practical Nurse
Deaconess Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
10.1996 - 07.2013
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
Education
Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Canadian Valley Technology Center
El Reno, OK07-1996
High School Diploma -
Southeast High School
Oklahoma City, OK05-1988
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OKSkills
- End-of-life care
- Orthopedic nursing
- Palliative care
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Tracheostomy care
- Respiratory care
- Pediatric nursing
- Health promotion
- Medical equipment operation
- Gastrointestinal care
- Cardiac care
- Diabetes management
- Post operative care
- Pre-operative care
- Infection control
- Vital signs monitoring
- IV therapy
- Medication administration
- Patient documention
- Compassionate care
- Lab specimen collection
- Geriatric nursing
- Catheter care
- Clinical decision making
- Medical documentation
- Preparing for surgeries
- Safely disposing of needles
- Transporting patients
- HIPAA proficiency
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Safety protocols expertise
- Passing surgical tools
- Equipment set up and operation
- Collecting medical specimens
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Critical thinking
- Instrument sterilization
- Dressing wounds
- Surgical instrumentation
- Leadership qualities
- Biological specimen collection
- Surgical assistance
- Surgical gowning
- Patient safety
- Anatomy
- OR preparation
- Intra-operative assistance
- Supply management
- Wound closure techniques
- Operating room procedures
- Basic life support
- Physical stamina
- Patient positioning expertise
- Inventory management
- Suturing
- Aseptic techniques
- Staff education
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPaid time offPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leave401k matchTimeline
LPN, Drug Room Supervisor/Scrub Nurse
One Core Health
10.2023 - Current
LPN, Scrub Nurse
Children's Hospital of Oklahoma
11.2013 - 10.2023
LPN Direct Patient Care/Scrub Licensed Practical Nurse
Deaconess Hospital
10.1996 - 07.2013
Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Canadian Valley Technology Center
High School Diploma -
Southeast High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Oklahoma City Community College
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