TEAL JOY
Butte,MT
Summary
Proven leader in surgical services, excelling in operating room leadership and interpersonal communication. At Intermountain Health St James Hospital, I spearheaded initiatives that boosted team morale and enhanced patient care, demonstrating adaptability and clinical competence. My approach to fostering team collaboration and driving continuous improvement has consistently delivered superior results. Encouraging team leader and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Director Surgical Services
Intermountain Health St James Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Optimized staffing with low volumes, different union contracts and different department while tailoring to individual needs.
- Interacted well with internal department to build connections and nurture relationships.
Supervisor Surgical Services
SCL Health St James
10.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Mentored staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Provided monthly education for OR staff
- Assisted manager with communication among staff members
- Supervised, lead, role modeled and coordinates the activities of personnel engaged excellent patient focused care
- Supported physician practices through the provision of integrated, effective innovative nursing practices
related medical services. Supervises daily staffing and productivity in assigned area/department. Assures appropriate staff assignments and schedules and seeks resources as needed. - Served as role model, mentor, and supervisor of staff.
- Acted as leadership and clinical resource for assigned area/department. Supports associates in resolving patient and unit/department issues, concerns, and complaints. Escalates issues as needed/ as warranted.
- Participated in a leadership role in performance improvement activities, new initiatives, and other unit functions. Participates in interviewing and selection of assigned personnel.
- Proactively seeks opportunities to identify and implement methods to improve financial outcomes, patient care and outcomes, and associate and physician engagement.
- Oversaw training of personnel and ensures orientation to policies, procedures expectations. Ensures that the training activities incorporate all applicable policies, local, state
federal laws regulations, accreditation standards. - Assessed recommendations for new or revised general or nursing policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Partnered w/ the physician leaders in creating a culture of commitment to patient focused service, excellent support of physician practices, innovation, compliance, ethics and integrity. Assists with managing staff, projects, budgets, and other related leadership activities.
RN Circulator
SCL Health St James
07.2018 - 10.2021
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
- Ensured proper documentation of all relevant information during each stage of the surgical process for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by offering compassionate care and empathetic communication throughout their surgical experience.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
- Contributed to successful surgeries with efficient preparation, organization, and management of operating rooms.
- Optimized efficiency within the operating room by managing supplies inventory and maintaining appropriate stocking levels.
- Reduced surgery complications by providing effective perioperative care to patients.
- Improved communication among surgical team members by actively participating in preoperative briefings and debriefings.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring and assessing vital signs during surgical procedures.
- Provided thorough handoff reports to enhance continuity of care between shifts and departments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care before, during, and after surgeries.
- Mentored new staff members on safe practices within the operating room setting, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration.
- Prevented postoperative infections through diligent wound care and dressing changes as needed.
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to expand knowledge of current best practices in RN Circulator roles.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met while respecting individual preferences.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by staying up-to-date on the latest nursing practices related to perioperative care.
RN Circulator/Endo Nurs/Preop/PACU
Community Hospital Of Anaconda
10.2015 - 07.2018
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
- Ensured proper documentation of all relevant information during each stage of the surgical process for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by offering compassionate care and empathetic communication throughout their surgical experience.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
- Contributed to successful surgeries with efficient preparation, organization, and management of operating rooms.
- Optimized efficiency within the operating room by managing supplies inventory and maintaining appropriate stocking levels.
- Reduced surgery complications by providing effective perioperative care to patients.
- Improved communication among surgical team members by actively participating in preoperative briefings and debriefings.
- Provided thorough handoff reports to enhance continuity of care between shifts and departments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care before, during, and after surgeries.
- Demonstrated proficiency in administering conscious sedation medications as per physician''s orders while closely monitoring patients throughout the procedure.
- Increased team morale through active participation in staff meetings, sharing ideas for process improvements and providing constructive feedback to colleagues.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and thorough pre-procedure assessments.
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
- Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures in the PACU setting, such as wound care, dressing changes, and insertion of invasive monitoring devices.
- Enhanced patient safety during transfers to other units by providing handoff communication that accurately conveyed critical information about the patient''s condition, potential risks, and ongoing treatment plans.
RN Circulator
Summit Surgery Center
07.2006 - 10.2015
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
- Ensured proper documentation of all relevant information during each stage of the surgical process for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by offering compassionate care and empathetic communication throughout their surgical experience.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
- Contributed to successful surgeries with efficient preparation, organization, and management of operating rooms.
- Reduced surgery complications by providing effective perioperative care to patients.
- Optimized efficiency within the operating room by managing supplies inventory and maintaining appropriate stocking levels.
- Improved communication among surgical team members by actively participating in preoperative briefings and debriefings.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring and assessing vital signs during surgical procedures.
- Mentored new staff members on safe practices within the operating room setting, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration.
- Prevented postoperative infections through diligent wound care and dressing changes as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care before, during, and after surgeries.
- Provided thorough handoff reports to enhance continuity of care between shifts and departments.
- Assisted surgeons in performing complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to expand knowledge of current best practices in RN Circulator roles.
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
- Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures in the PACU setting, such as wound care, dressing changes, and insertion of invasive monitoring devices.
- Enhanced patient safety during transfers to other units by providing handoff communication that accurately conveyed critical information about the patient''s condition, potential risks, and ongoing treatment plans.
- Contributed to efficient unit operations by assisting in the orientation of new staff members to PACU procedures and best practices.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical units through timely communication with preoperative and surgical suite staff regarding patient needs and status updates.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Upheld patient safety standards by actively participating in regular unit-based huddles to address potential risks and promote best practices.
- Achieved timely patient discharge by efficiently completing post-procedure evaluations and implementing appropriate recovery plans.
- Demonstrated proficiency in administering conscious sedation medications as per physician''s orders while closely monitoring patients throughout the procedure.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during complex endoscopy procedures.
- Continuously improved nursing knowledge in the field of endoscopy by participating in relevant conferences, workshops, and training sessions.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and thorough pre-procedure assessments.
- Ensured accurate documentation, maintaining detailed records of patient medical histories, assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical systems.
- Reduced procedure complications through meticulous monitoring of vital signs and sedation levels during endoscopy procedures.
- Promoted patient-centered care through the development of individualized nursing care plans tailored to each patient''s unique needs and preferences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Montana Tech of The University of Montana
Butte, MT07.2021
Associate of Science - NURSING
Montana Tech of The University of Montana
Butte, MT07.2006
Skills
- Operating Room Leadership
- Clinical Competence
- Surgical team coordination
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Multitasking
- Problem-Solving
- Reliability
- Critical Thinking
- Excellent Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Certified Nurse Operating Room (2009-Current)
Timeline
Interim Director Surgical Services
Intermountain Health St James Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Supervisor Surgical Services
SCL Health St James
10.2021 - Current
RN Circulator
SCL Health St James
07.2018 - 10.2021
RN Circulator/Endo Nurs/Preop/PACU
Community Hospital Of Anaconda
10.2015 - 07.2018
RN Circulator
Summit Surgery Center
07.2006 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Montana Tech of The University of Montana
Associate of Science - NURSING
Montana Tech of The University of Montana
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Certified Nurse Operating Room (2009-Current)
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