YOLANDA MOORE
Ellisville,MS
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled Licensed Practical Nurse and Surgical Technologist with extensive experience in perioperative care, clinical operations, and surgical instrumentation. Adept at assisting surgical teams, maintaining sterile fields, and implementing best practices to optimize patient safety and procedural outcomes. Thrives in high-pressure environments, collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and applying evidence-based methodologies to enhance patient care. Possesses a strong foundation in procedural protocols, infection control, and perioperative patient management. Committed to leveraging specialized technical and clinical expertise to drive excellence in patient care and surgical efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Laurel Surgery & Endoscopy Center
10.2023 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care for a diverse patient population, managing a caseload of up to 25 individuals within a long-term care setting
- Administer pharmacological treatments in accordance with physician directives, monitor patient vitals, and implement care plans to achieve optimal health outcomes
- Systematically document patient progress, adhering to regulatory guidelines and facilitating continuity of care
Endoscopy Technician
Laurel Surgery & Endoscopy Center
05.2016 - Current
- Assist physicians in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and procedural efficiency
- Prepare and maintain endoscopic instruments and equipment, adhering to strict sterilization and infection control protocols
- Order and manage inventory of endoscopic supplies to ensure seamless procedural operations
- Train new employees on endoscopy protocols, equipment handling, and infection control standards
Surgical Technologist
Laurel Surgery & Endoscopy Center
05.2016 - Current
- Facilitate intraoperative efficiency by anticipating surgeon requirements, ensuring procedural fluidity, and upholding aseptic technique
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, integrating preoperative and postoperative care strategies to enhance recovery and overall patient experience
- Exhibit advanced proficiency in the operation and maintenance of endoscopic and surgical instrumentation, optimizing procedural precision
- Oversee the maintenance of sterile surgical fields, ensuring strict compliance with infection control and patient safety standards
Instrument Technician
South Central Regional Medical Center
08.2005 - 12.2014
- Maintained and calibrated surgical instruments, ensuring operational integrity and compliance with sterilization protocols
- Managed the organization and inventory of surgical tools, ensuring streamlined access and procedural readiness
- Provided training to new personnel on instrument handling, sterilization techniques, and compliance with surgical safety protocols
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS07-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS12-2014
Skills
- Advanced proficiency in aseptic technique and infection control
- Comprehensice knowledge of patient assessment, medication administration, and procedural protocols
- Strong interdisciplinary collaboration and leadership abilities
- Proficiency in educating and mentoring healthcare staff on best practices in surgical instrumentation and perioperative care
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Expanded IV Therapy – Pearl River Community College | September 2023
- TB Surveillance and Testing – MS State Dept. of Health | September 2023
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Red Cross | January 2024
- Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER) – Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) | November 2024
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Laurel Surgery & Endoscopy Center
10.2023 - Current
Endoscopy Technician
Laurel Surgery & Endoscopy Center
05.2016 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Laurel Surgery & Endoscopy Center
05.2016 - Current
Instrument Technician
South Central Regional Medical Center
08.2005 - 12.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Pearl River Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Pearl River Community College
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