Tiani Beckford
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Operating Room Registered Nurse with experience in perioperative care. Known for strong teamwork and critical thinking abilities, committed to delivering safe, high-quality patient experiences in the surgical environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Fayetteville, GA
10.2024 - Current
- Provided perioperative nursing care for patients undergoing general, robotic, breast, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Served as the circulating nurse while ensuring compliance with AORN standards and hospital safety protocols.
- Maintained sterile surgical environments through strict aseptic technique and infection prevention practices.
- Coordinated patient positioning, specimen handling, surgical counts, and equipment readiness throughout procedures.
- Verified patient identity, informed consent, surgical site, and procedure prior to surgery according to established protocols.
- Collaborated effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, and PACU staff to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.
- Monitored patient status throughout surgical procedures and responded rapidly to intraoperative emergencies.
- Accurately documented perioperative care using Epic electronic medical records.
- Precepted newly hired nurses and nursing students in general surgery, breast and plastic surgery, and robotic specialties
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Tanner Medical Center
Carrollton, GA
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Monitored patients for changes in condition and responded promptly to clinical deterioration.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments for post-operative and acutely ill medical-surgical patients to inform care decisions.
- Administered oral, intravenous, and intramuscular medications safely and accurately.
- Coordinated patient-centered care by collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary team members, enhancing treatment efficacy.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes using evidence-based practices.
- Ensured accurate documentation in electronic health record to support continuity of care and regulatory compliance.
Patient Coordinator
Great Expressions Dental Centers
Hapeville, GA
05.2015 - 05.2021
- Provided exceptional customer service while managing patient scheduling and registration to enhance patient satisfaction.
- Verified insurance eligibility and benefits prior to appointments to ensure seamless patient access to services.
- Addressed patient inquiries to promote a positive healthcare experience and foster trust.
- Maintained accurate electronic patient records.
- Facilitated communication between patients and dental providers to enhance service delivery.
Veterinary Technician
Fayetteville Animal Hospital
Fayetteville, GA
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Educated pet owners on treatment plans and post-operative care to enhance pet recovery and owner compliance.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and proper instrument handling.
- Monitored patient vital signs during treatments and provided post-operative care instructions to owners.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to aid in diagnosing animal health conditions effectively.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
West Georgia Technical College
Newnan, GA05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA05-2012
Skills
- Operating room protocols
- Patient safety
- Patient positioning
- Maintaining sterility
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- Perioperative Nursing Residency Program – Completed
- Daisy Nominee
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), State of Georgia
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Tanner Medical Center
07.2023 - 10.2024
Patient Coordinator
Great Expressions Dental Centers
05.2015 - 05.2021
Veterinary Technician
Fayetteville Animal Hospital
08.2012 - 05.2015
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
West Georgia Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Norfolk State University