Susan Gray
Marcy,NY
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. Dedicated and well-qualified OR RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 40+ year record in field. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
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Crouse Health
Syracuse, NY
08.2023 - Current
- Assessed patients preoperatively to determine the patient's condition and prepared them for surgery.
- Provided direct care to patients before, during and after surgical procedures in accordance with established policies, protocols and standards of practice.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians according to hospital policies.
- Performed sterile techniques including scrubbing, gowning, gloving, draping and positioning of patients for surgical procedures.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available prior to beginning a procedure or operation.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff members by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
- Identified potential problems, complications that may arise during a procedure, operation and took corrective action when needed.
- Recorded accurate information regarding patient history, medication administration, vital signs and other pertinent data into the electronic health record system.
- Followed infection control guidelines while providing quality nursing care in accordance with professional standards.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families and other healthcare personnel.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills when making decisions related to patient care within the operating room setting.
- Administered medications, treatments and injections according to established protocols.
- Provided assistance with patient transfer and positioning.
- Performed sterile techniques in preparation for surgery.
- Initiated intravenous lines and blood transfusions as necessary.
- Reviewed patients' medical histories prior to surgical procedure.
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures.
- Monitored anesthesia levels throughout the duration of the procedure.
- Maintained clear communication between operating room staff members.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly functioning and sterilized.
- Coordinated with anesthesiologists to ensure optimal patient care conditions were met.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop a post-operative plan of care.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatment plans and reported any changes or abnormal findings.
- Verified accuracy of medication orders prior to administering them.
- Maintained accurate records of patient's health information, treatments and medications administered.
- Responded quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
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Ellis Hospital
Schenectady, NY
06.2023 - 08.2024
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Crouse Health
Syracuse, NY
02.2023 - 06.2023
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MVHS
Utica, NY
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided pre-operative, post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients including CABG, Valvular Repair, Replacement, Pacemaker Implantation, Defibrillator Implantation.
- Administered prescribed medications including thrombolytics, antiarrhythmics, vasopressors, anticoagulants, according to established protocols.
- Participated in code blues providing advanced life support interventions as needed.
- Reviewed laboratory results including troponins and electrolytes and reported abnormal values to physicians.
- Conducted endovascular procedures such as angioplasty or stenting using appropriate imaging techniques.
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Crouse Health
Syracuse, NY
05.2022 - 11.2022
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Highland Hospital
Rochester, NY
12.2021 - 03.2022
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Albany Medical Center Hospital
Albany, NY
02.2021 - 12.2021
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Rochester General Hospital
Rochester, NY
09.2020 - 12.2020
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Albany Medical Center Hospital
Alb, NY
10.2019 - 07.2020
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Strong Memorial Hospital
Rochester, NY
04.2019 - 10.2019
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Ithaca Hospital
Ithaca, NY
01.2019 - 03.2019
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Crouse Health
Syracuse, NY
09.2018 - 12.2018
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Cortland Health Center
Cortland, NY
08.2017 - 09.2018
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Albany Medical Center Hospital
Albany, NY
04.2017 - 07.2017
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Cortland Health Center
Cortland, NY
05.2016 - 04.2017
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SUNY Upstate Medical University
Syracuse, NY
08.2015 - 05.2016
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St Joseph Hospital
Syracuse, NY
05.2015 - 09.2015
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Newark Healthcare
Newark , NY
05.2013 - 09.2013
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NY06-1983
High School Diploma -
Whitesboro High School
Marcy, NY06-1981
Skills
- Patient Safety
- Preoperative preparation
- Surgical equipment knowledge
- Operating Room Etiquette
- Sterile technique
- Compassionate Care
- Emergency Care
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Care Coordination
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Needs Assessment
- Treatment Preparation
- Infection Control
- Instrument Sterilization
- Student Precepting
- Equipment Sterilization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Interpersonal Skills
- Training staff
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- Decision-Making
- Sanitation
Certification
ACLS
BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
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Crouse Health
08.2023 - Current
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Ellis Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2024
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Crouse Health
02.2023 - 06.2023
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MVHS
11.2022 - 02.2023
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Crouse Health
05.2022 - 11.2022
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Highland Hospital
12.2021 - 03.2022
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Albany Medical Center Hospital
02.2021 - 12.2021
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Rochester General Hospital
09.2020 - 12.2020
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Albany Medical Center Hospital
10.2019 - 07.2020
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Strong Memorial Hospital
04.2019 - 10.2019
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Ithaca Hospital
01.2019 - 03.2019
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Crouse Health
09.2018 - 12.2018
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Cortland Health Center
08.2017 - 09.2018
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Albany Medical Center Hospital
04.2017 - 07.2017
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Cortland Health Center
05.2016 - 04.2017
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SUNY Upstate Medical University
08.2015 - 05.2016
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St Joseph Hospital
05.2015 - 09.2015
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Newark Healthcare
05.2013 - 09.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mohawk Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Whitesboro High School
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