Stephanie M. Gacki
St.Johns,fl
Summary
Adept at surgical support and fostering patient safety, my tenure at UF Health Jacksonville honed my skills in EMR software and infection control. Excelling in patient charting and operating room safety, I've significantly minimized infection rates. My proactive approach and ability to ensure optimal patient positioning underscore my commitment to excellence in nursing care. Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Baptist Clay Hospital
Orange Park, FL
03.2024 - Current
- Documented all operative procedures and patient interactions in electronic medical records with attention to detail.
- Monitored patient vital signs and adjusted medical equipment settings to maintain patient stability during surgery.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting up surgical instruments and equipment prior to procedures.
- Ensured appropriate positioning of patients on operating table prior to surgery.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Minimized infections using ChloraPrep, Mueller, and Snowden-Pencer laparoscopic instruments and infection prevention products.
Pain Management Registered Nurse
UF Health Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
01.2021 - 03.2024
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to reduce risk factors associated with chronic pain conditions such as obesity and smoking cessation.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Maintained accurate records of patient medical histories, vital signs, treatments provided, test results, medication dosages.
- Assessed, monitored, and evaluated patient's condition and response to treatments.
Staff Nurse Operating Room
UF Health Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
04.2013 - 01.2021
- Monitored patient progress throughout the day surgery procedure.
- Evaluated patient's physical condition before, during and after surgery.
- Prepared sterile trays for surgery and other procedures.
- Transported specimens to pathology laboratory following surgery.
- Assisted with the preparation of operating rooms prior to surgery.
- Organized operating room for efficient workflow prior to surgery commencing.
- Assessed patient health and medical histories prior to surgery.
Staff nurse
St. Vincent's Southside
Jacksonville, FL
04.2011 - 04.2013
- Company Overview: Operating Room
- Operating Room
Staff nurse
Shands Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
09.2010 - 04.2011
- Company Overview: Pain Management
- Pain Management
Staff nurse
Shands Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
06.2008 - 08.2010
- Company Overview: Interventional Radiology
- Interventional Radiology
- Performed thorough and accurate assessments for every patient and reported issues to professionals.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Provided patient care before, during and after the procedure including monitoring vital signs.
- Administered Moderate Sedation and monitored patient throughout procedure.
Staff nurse
Baptist Hospital Downtown
Jacksonville, FL
07.2007 - 05.2008
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Provided patient care plans in accordance with physician orders and established nursing protocols.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data that addressed identified problems or needs.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Staff nurse
Specialty Hospital of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
05.2006 - 03.2008
- Maintained detailed records of all wound care activities and treatments provided.
- Alerted physician of diagnostic study results and changes in patient condition.
- Reported any unusual symptoms or changes in a patient's condition immediately to the supervising physician.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Florida Community College at Jacksonville
FL12.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
FSCJ
Jacksonville, FLSkills
- Surgical support
- Supply preparation
- Blood transfusion
- Patient charting
- Operating room safety
- Advanced cardiac life support
- EMR software
- Infection control
- Patient safety
- Patient positioning
- Circulating nurse skills
Certification
- Fl RN License, 9243333
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Baptist Clay Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Pain Management Registered Nurse
UF Health Jacksonville
01.2021 - 03.2024
Staff Nurse Operating Room
UF Health Jacksonville
04.2013 - 01.2021
Staff nurse
St. Vincent's Southside
04.2011 - 04.2013
Staff nurse
Shands Jacksonville
09.2010 - 04.2011
Staff nurse
Shands Jacksonville
06.2008 - 08.2010
Staff nurse
Baptist Hospital Downtown
07.2007 - 05.2008
Staff nurse
Specialty Hospital of Jacksonville
05.2006 - 03.2008
Associate Degree - Nursing
Florida Community College at Jacksonville
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
FSCJ