Theresa Parker
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN, BSN) with progressive career history, 15 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, department operations, and preceptor roles in hospital and clinical environments. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Knowledge in Nursing and Laboratory specialties. Works well with diverse situations, healthcare professionals, and patient populations. Promotes trusting relationships to improve outcome and advance positive patient care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse(BSN), OR
Manatee Memorial Hospital
11.2020 - Current
- Organized and managed daily OR flow serving as Charge Nurse under WOW position. Position required covering daily needs for OR office, Patient surgical screening, Scheduling, Patient transport to OR, Preop nursing, Circulator Intra operative duties, Surgical Core and Surgical assist duties, while also coordinating surgical work flow for multiple OR's.
- OR Circulator care of patients undergoing various therapies and surgical procedures ensuring continuity of services and minimizing stress related to surgery for patients and family. .
- Served as preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations and staff enrolled in Peri op 101 training.
Registered Nurse(BSN), Oncology
Manatee Memorial Hospital
09.2019 - 11.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse(BSN), Anticoagulation Clinic
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
06.2014 - 09.2019
- Nursing in autonomous setting in only nurse run Anticoagulation clinic in State of Florida. Scheduled appointment day consisted of 10-15 min appointments for management checks of Coumadin/Warfarin/ patients. 30 min appointment for Lovenox Bridging and teaching. Average of 28 patients per day, varied based on time of year and patients needs.
- Evaluates, prepares, and educates patients on Lovenox Bridge instructions and administration based on CHADS-VASC scoring and CHEST guidelines
Medical Laboratory Technician(ASCP)-Clinical
Bellin Health
11.2009 - 04.2014
- Covered Generalist laboratory duties at Four different Lab sites. Working Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Coagulation studies, Specimen processing and Phlebotomy.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory agencies through thorough documentation of laboratory processes and procedures.
- QC, QA, Calibration and instrumentation maintenance
Registered Nurse(BSN) Special Care-ICU, ICU step down
ThedaCare-Shawano Medical
03.2009 - 02.2014
- Utilized critical thinking to asses, plan, intervene and evaluate patient care according to age specific and development needs
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Collaborated with physicians to deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse(BSN)-Home care and Hospice
ThedaCare-Rural Coverage For Multiple Counties
08.2008 - 03.2009
- ThedaCare-Rural Home Care and Hospice RN covering Oconto, Menominee, Shawano, Waupaca, Outagamie, Brown, Winnebago Counties,
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as liaison between healthcare team and loved ones.
- Practiced Collaborative care nursing, professional personal care and family support to help clients maintain quality of life, and regain independence for home care.
Medical Laboratory Technician
ThedaCare- New London
12.2003 - 08.2008
- Sole employee/entire hospital laboratory coverage for 3rd shift with Day coverage for staffing needs and to assist in training.
- Legal blood ETOH collection site, certified for Urgent Employee health screening for community employers.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory agencies through thorough documentation of laboratory processes and procedures.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Lead tech for Chemistry Department.
Education
Bachelor of Science of Nursing -
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh UWO School of Nursing
Oshkosh, WIAssociate Degree in Medical Laboratory Science -
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, Green Bay
Green BaySkills
- Charge nurse-OR, WOW
- Precepting/Educator-Voted Leader of Education
- Daisy Award recipient
- OR Rapid Turnover recipient
- Proven Level of Autonomy
- Registered Nurse State of Florida License #9381081
- Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT, ASCP)
- Healthcare Provider CPR
- ACLS Provider
- NIH stroke certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse(BSN), OR
Manatee Memorial Hospital
11.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse(BSN), Oncology
Manatee Memorial Hospital
09.2019 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse(BSN), Anticoagulation Clinic
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
06.2014 - 09.2019
Medical Laboratory Technician(ASCP)-Clinical
Bellin Health
11.2009 - 04.2014
Registered Nurse(BSN) Special Care-ICU, ICU step down
ThedaCare-Shawano Medical
03.2009 - 02.2014
Registered Nurse(BSN)-Home care and Hospice
ThedaCare-Rural Coverage For Multiple Counties
08.2008 - 03.2009
Medical Laboratory Technician
ThedaCare- New London
12.2003 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Science of Nursing -
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh UWO School of Nursing
Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Science -
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, Green Bay
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