Tricia Veraart
Newnan,GA
Summary
Charge Preceptor Registered Nurse at Northside Hospital Atlanta, adept in mentoring and training junior nurses in operating room protocols. Expert in sterile techniques and infection control, enhancing patient safety. Proven leader in fostering teamwork and collaboration, with a strong background in complex surgeries and quality improvement initiatives.
Experienced with mentoring new team members to ensure smooth transition and integration. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive learning environment. Track record of enhancing team performance and promoting professional growth through structured guidance.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Preceptor Registered Nurse
Northside Hospital Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
06.2010 - Current
- Assisted in developing educational materials for student learning and engagement.
- Mentored junior nurses on operating room protocols, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Collaborated with peers to enhance instructional strategies and student outcomes.
- Participated in training sessions to improve teaching techniques and methodologies.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- 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.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and enhance OR practices.
Field Supervisor
Northside Hospital Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
06.2010 - Current
- Field supervisor and liaison between Kenesaw State and Northside Hospital. I coordinate weekly activities and schedule of work for students with chosen preceptors on various units until they fulfill their required 144 hours of hands on patient care.
- Serve as a role model and resource for unit preceptors and Senior Nurse Practicum nursing students combined.
- Provide support for the student while supervising the student's clinical experiences.
- Oversee the learning experience to ensure that the course objectives and the student's personal clinical objectives are met.
- Evaluate the student's performance by providing formative and summative feedback, communicating with preceptors during unit visits, and completing the mid-term and final evaluations.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
Atlanta, Georgia
06.2007 - 06.2010
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Schneider Regional Medical Center
St. Thomas US Virgin Islands
06.2003 - 12.2007
- Coordinated patient care during surgical procedures to ensure optimal outcomes and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications, responding swiftly to changes in patient conditions.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to maintain sterile environments, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Trained new nursing staff on operating room protocols and best practices for patient management.
- Labor and Delivery RN for all C-sections was required as an OR nurse at this hospital.
- Collaborated with obstetricians to streamline communication during high-risk deliveries.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Schneider Regional Medical Center
St. Thomas US Virgin Islands
06.2000 - 01.2003
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in accordance with care plans.
- Managed patient assessments, documenting vital signs and health history accurately.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and medication management protocols.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN06-2017
No Degree - Legal Nurse Consultant - Certificate of Completion
University of Georgia
GA06-2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Virgin Islands
United States Virgin Islands05-2000
Skills
- Charge Preceptor for General, Plastics, Laparoscopic, Bariatric, and Robotic Surgery
- Solo-circulate large grade melanoma and sarcoma reconstructive and oncologic surgeries such as complex resection of retroperitoneal tumors and extensive soft tissue sarcoma resections involving soft tissue resections
- Participate in a variety of operating room specialties including urology, colorectal, gynecology, and cosmetic/reconstructive surgery
Affiliations
Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Life time member est, June 2000 - Present
Certification
- Registered Professional Nurse License No. 191849
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 2000 - Present (26 years)
Timeline
Charge Preceptor Registered Nurse
Northside Hospital Atlanta
06.2010 - Current
Field Supervisor
Northside Hospital Atlanta
06.2010 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
06.2007 - 06.2010
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Schneider Regional Medical Center
06.2003 - 12.2007
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Schneider Regional Medical Center
06.2000 - 01.2003
Master of Science - Education
Walden University
No Degree - Legal Nurse Consultant - Certificate of Completion
University of Georgia
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Virgin Islands