Tiffany Sutton
Blythewood,SC
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with 20 plus years of experience and a proven knowledge of inspections, safety assessments and repair actions. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the Registered Nurse role at your company. Detail-oriented professional with excellent communication, interpersonal and creative thinking skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your company. Frequently praised as hardworking by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lexington Health
2720 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia SC
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained an organized and efficient work environment within the operating room by effectively managing supplies, equipment inventory, and sterilization processes.
- Delivered empathetic post-operative care to patients transitioning from surgery to recovery while consistently monitoring vital signs and pain levels for optimal comfort management.
- Supported a culture of excellence within the operating room by actively participating in ongoing professional development, training sessions, and peer evaluations.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the surgical process.
- Optimized patient care during surgery by skillfully assisting in various operative procedures and handling surgical instruments proficiently.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
- Reduced surgical complications through thorough patient assessment and timely communication with the surgical team.
- Ensured efficient flow of the operating room schedule by coordinating effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and support staff.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by accurately interpreting diagnostic data prior to surgery, ensuring optimal decision-making during procedures.
- Streamlined the perioperative process for patients by establishing clear lines of communication between interdisciplinary teams.
- Prevented infections and maintained a sterile environment through diligent adherence to infection control guidelines and operating room best practices.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
12400 High Bluff Dr, San Diego CA
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Maintained an organized and efficient work environment within the operating room by effectively managing supplies, equipment inventory, and sterilization processes.
- Supported a culture of excellence within the operating room by actively participating in ongoing professional development, training sessions, and peer evaluations.
- Delivered empathetic post-operative care to patients transitioning from surgery to recovery while consistently monitoring vital signs and pain levels for optimal comfort management.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the surgical process.
- Optimized patient care during surgery by skillfully assisting in various operative procedures and handling surgical instruments proficiently.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
- Reduced surgical complications through thorough patient assessment and timely communication with the surgical team.
- Ensured efficient flow of the operating room schedule by coordinating effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and support staff.
- Developed strong rapport with patients'' families through effective communication about surgical expectations, progress updates, and postoperative care instructions.
- Prevented infections and maintained a sterile environment through diligent adherence to infection control guidelines and operating room best practices.
- Contributed to a high-performing operating room team through consistent collaboration, effective problem-solving, and open communication with peers.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
5930 Cornerstone CT West Suite 300, San Diego CA
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Maintained an organized and efficient work environment within the operating room by effectively managing supplies, equipment inventory, and sterilization processes.
- Supported a culture of excellence within the operating room by actively participating in ongoing professional development, training sessions, and peer evaluations.
- Delivered empathetic post-operative care to patients transitioning from surgery to recovery while consistently monitoring vital signs and pain levels for optimal comfort management.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the surgical process.
- Optimized patient care during surgery by skillfully assisting in various operative procedures and handling surgical instruments proficiently.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
- Reduced surgical complications through thorough patient assessment and timely communication with the surgical team.
- Ensured efficient flow of the operating room schedule by coordinating effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and support staff.
- Developed strong rapport with patients'' families through effective communication about surgical expectations, progress updates, and postoperative care instructions.
- Prevented infections and maintained a sterile environment through diligent adherence to infection control guidelines and operating room best practices.
- Contributed to a high-performing operating room team through consistent collaboration, effective problem-solving, and open communication with peers.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
Clinical Nurse Manager Operating Room/Endoscopy
MUSC Health Downtown Columbia
Columbia, SC
12.2017 - 02.2023
- Ordered, interpreted, and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition
- Educated individuals and families on health education and disease prevention
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
- Established work schedules and assignments for staff, accorded to workload, space and equipment availability
- Prepared activity reports to inform management of status and implementation plans of programs, services and quality initiatives
- Supervised and evaluated work activities of medical, nursing, technical, clerical, service, maintenance and other personnel
- Developed and implemented organizational policies and procedures for facility and medical unit
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times
Operating Room Nurse Manager
Palmetto Health Richland
Columbia, SC
02.2017 - 12.2017
- Maintained communication between governing boards, medical staff and department heads by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental functioning
- Prepared activity reports to inform management of status and implementation plans of programs, services and quality initiatives
- Conducted recruitment, hiring and training of personnel
- Established work schedules and assignments for staff, accorded to workload, space and equipment availability
- Developed and implemented organizational policies and procedures for facility and medical unit
- Inspected facilities and recommended building and equipment modifications for emergency readiness and compliance to access, safety and sanitation regulations
- Met deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge
Assistant Nurse Manager
Palmetto Health Richland
Columbia, SC
04.2015 - 02.2017
- Established work schedules and assignments for staff, accorded to workload, space and equipment availability
- Developed and implemented organizational policies and procedures for facility and medical unit
- Conducted recruitment, hiring and training of personnel
- Prepared activity reports to inform management of status and implementation plans of programs, services and quality initiatives
- Developed instructional materials and conducted in-service and community-based educational programs
- Developed and maintained computerized record management systems to store and process data, such as personnel activities and information and to produce reports
- Supervised and evaluated work activities of medical, nursing, technical, clerical, service, maintenance and other personnel
- Maintained communication between governing boards, medical staff and department heads by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental functioning
- Inspected facilities and recommended building and equipment modifications for emergency readiness and compliance to access, safety and sanitation regulations
- Provided product information and resolved concerns to assist customers
- Adhered to quality and service standards to support operational goals
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Palmetto Health Richland
Columbia, SC
05.2010 - 04.2015
- Performed physical examinations to make tentative diagnoses
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
- Ordered, interpreted, and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition
- Prepared examination rooms with sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies
- Informed physician of patient's condition during procedures
- Administered medications to patients and monitored for reactions or side effects
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
- Used computers to complete necessary patient charts and documentation on patients' progress
- Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop spread of infections
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge
Surgical Technologist
Palmetto Health Richland
Columbia, SC
06.2000 - 05.2010
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures
- Prepared patients for surgery, including positioning patients on operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure
- Cleaned and restocked operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies and arranging instruments according to physician preferences
- Operated and monitored sterilizers, lights, suction machines and diagnostic equipment
- Prepared dressings and bandages and apply and assisted with application following surgery
- Assisted surgical team to scrub and put on gloves, masks and surgical clothing
- Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses and anesthesiologists
- Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation
- Monitored and continually assessed operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs
- Prepared, cared for and disposed of tissue specimens taken for laboratory analysis
- Held retractors and cut sutures as directed by surgeon during operation
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times
- Assisted with new hire orientation and employee training
Education
Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
Addison, Illinois05.2015
Associate In Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, South Carolina05.2010
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, South Carolina06.1999
Skills
- Surgical Services
- Financial Reporting Coordination
- Financial Operations Oversight
- Expenditure Authorization
- Interdepartmental Functions Coordination
- Facility Management
- Code Compliance
- Employee Recruitment and Hiring
- Corrective Action Plans
- Employee Work Scheduling
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessments
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lexington Health
09.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
02.2024 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
02.2023 - 02.2024
Clinical Nurse Manager Operating Room/Endoscopy
MUSC Health Downtown Columbia
12.2017 - 02.2023
Operating Room Nurse Manager
Palmetto Health Richland
02.2017 - 12.2017
Assistant Nurse Manager
Palmetto Health Richland
04.2015 - 02.2017
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Palmetto Health Richland
05.2010 - 04.2015
Surgical Technologist
Palmetto Health Richland
06.2000 - 05.2010
Associate In Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Midlands Technical College
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Midlands Technical College
Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Chamberlain University College of Nursing