Stephanie Herrera
Lovettsville,Virginia
Summary
Healthcare professional with solid track record in operating room coordination, ensuring seamless surgical operations and adherence to safety standards. Recognized for collaborative efforts with medical teams, contributing to successful patient outcomes. Valued for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments, leveraging organizational and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Coordinator
Inova Loudoun
03.2017 - Current
- Monitored employee performance and provided constructive feedback, collaborating with management on performance reviews and facilitating skill development to enhance team capabilities.
- Reduced patient wait times and improved surgical efficiency by implementing effective scheduling strategies, collaborating closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff.
- Ensured compliance with legal and regulatory requirements by conducting regular audits, updating policies and procedures, and actively participating in departmental meetings for continuous improvement.
- Managed conflict resolution and promoted a cohesive work environment, fostering strong interdepartmental relationships and spearheading quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Inova Loudoun
08.2014 - 03.2017
- Functioned effectively in both circulating and scrub roles across multiple surgical specialties, including general, robotics, women's, vascular, trauma, orthopedic, cosmetic, and reconstructive plastic surgeries.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided high-quality care for diverse patient populations, addressing individual needs and concerns.
Registered Nurse- Post Surgical Specialty
Betsy Johnson Hospital
12.2013 - 08.2014
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Effectively managed challenging patient situations through de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication while enhancing satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Carolina University
Greenville05-2010
Skills
- Quality Patient Care
- Infection Control Practices
- Procedure preparation
- Schedule coordination
- Effective Team Collaboration
Affiliations
- AORN
Certification
- Certified Nurse of the Operating Room, CNOR (CCI)
- BLS Certified
Nursing Excellence: Team Collaboration
The Nursing Excellence Award for Team Collaboration recognizes outstanding teamwork in the healthcare setting, particularly in initiatives that enhance patient care and nursing practices. In this context, it pertains to the dedicated efforts of a team comprised of nurses from each of the five Inova facilities to overhaul the existing clinical ladder, shifting from a traditional framework to a more dynamic, points-based system documented online. This initiative not only streamlined the process for nurses seeking advancement but also fostered a culture of collaboration and accountability. The nursing team demonstrated their commitment to professional development, enhanced morale, and ultimately improving patient outcomes through a more transparent and accessible career progression model.
Timeline
Operating Room Coordinator
Inova Loudoun
03.2017 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Inova Loudoun
08.2014 - 03.2017
Registered Nurse- Post Surgical Specialty
Betsy Johnson Hospital
12.2013 - 08.2014
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Carolina University
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