Susan Breeze
Centerville,TN
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital, showcasing expertise in Operating Room Safety and exceptional Teamwork and Collaboration. Elevated patient care through evidence-based practices, significantly reducing infection risks. Recognized for critical thinking and maintaining sterility, ensuring high standards of care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Children's Hospital
02.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse
Tailored Healthcare Staffing
05.2018 - 01.2022
- Utilized evidence-based practice when implementing new policies or procedures that resulted in more effective patient care within the operating room.
- Coordinated with ancillary staff for efficient patient transport between operating rooms and recovery areas while ensuring optimal levels of care were maintained.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress, address concerns, and establish future goals in their care plan.
- Adhered to ethical guidelines and advocated for patient rights, ensuring a high standard of care throughout the perioperative process.
Clinical Coordinator RN
Tennova
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Supported departmental goals by actively participating in committee meetings, contributing to policy revisions, and staying informed on current industry trends.
- Prioritized urgent/emergency situations appropriately while also balancing routine care needs of patients.
- Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency through effective scheduling and resource allocation.
Clinical Coordinator RN
St Thomas Midtown
01.2016 - 07.2016
- Prioritized urgent/emergency situations appropriately while also balancing routine care needs of patients.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families through compassionate communication and education on treatment options.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly; provided feedback on areas requiring growth or improvement; rewarded achievements accordingly.
- Developed educational materials and presentations for both internal staff members and community outreach programs related to healthcare topics.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
09.2014 - 01.2016
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
University of California, San Francisco
10.2006 - 10.2013
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH12-1994
Skills
- Operating Room Safety
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patient Safety
- Scrub Nurse Skills
- Maintaining Sterility
- Critical Thinking
- Infection Control
- Basic Life Support
- Circulating Nurse Skills
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Advanced cardiac life support
- CNOR
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing Tennessee
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) - Competency & Credentialing Institute.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Children's Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse
Tailored Healthcare Staffing
05.2018 - 01.2022
Clinical Coordinator RN
Tennova
07.2016 - 10.2017
Clinical Coordinator RN
St Thomas Midtown
01.2016 - 07.2016
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
09.2014 - 01.2016
Operating Room Registered Nurse
University of California, San Francisco
10.2006 - 10.2013
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing Tennessee
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) - Competency & Credentialing Institute.
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Toledo
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