Tommy Akers
Dayton,OH
Summary
Accomplished Surgical Review Nurse with a proven track record at Dayton VA Medical Center, enhancing patient care through expert medication administration and compassionate patient education. Skilled in clinical documentation and patient assessment, significantly improving documentation accuracy and patient satisfaction. Licensed by the state nursing board, I excel in team coordination and healthcare ethics, driving positive outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Review Nurse
Dayton VA Medical Center
- Performed detailed reviews of surgical procedures which included pre-assessments, intra-op documentation,.and post-op outcomes.
- Educated surgery staff on documentation accuracy.
Staff RN in Surgery Dept.
Dayton VA Medical Center
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
- Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Kettering Medical Center
06.1992 - 03.2006
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Education
BSN - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OHAssociate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH06.1996
Surgical Technology - Surgery
Sinclair College
Dayton06.1988
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Education
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Management
- Clinical judgment
- Health Promotion
- Healthcare ethics
- Family Education
- Licensed by State nursing board
- Community health
- Unit Administration
- Team Coordination
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Kettering Medical Center
06.1992 - 03.2006
Surgical Review Nurse
Dayton VA Medical Center
Staff RN in Surgery Dept.
Dayton VA Medical Center
BSN - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Sinclair Community College
Surgical Technology - Surgery
Sinclair College
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