Kendall Deel
University of MS Medical Center
Madison
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Registered Nurse with expertise in managing surgical teams and overseeing patient care. Delivers efficient healthcare services while maintaining high standards in patient safety and quality. Excels in communication and teamwork, thriving in high-pressure environments to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Work History
Operating Room Day Shift Charge Nurse- RN II
3 Years 10 Months- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Supervised nursing staff, provided guidance, and reinforced compliance with clinical policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to resolve care concerns and prioritize treatment needs.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
Operating Room Circulator- RN II
7 Years 2 Months- Coordinated operating room readiness for surgical cases, verifying supplies, equipment, and sterile setup.
- Documented perioperative care accurately, maintaining complete records for patient status, counts, and case activity.
- Monitored sterile field integrity, enforcing infection control standards throughout surgical procedures.
- Verified specimen handling and labeling procedures, ensuring accurate chain of custody and timely transport.
- Acted as a patient advocate during the surgical process, ensuring that every step of the care plan was followed for the best possible outcome.
Surgical Technician
1 Year 5 Months- Prepared operating rooms with sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment for surgical procedures.
- Maintained sterile field and monitored aseptic technique throughout procedures.
- Passed instruments and supplies efficiently to surgeons and circulating nurses during operations.
- Performed sponge, needle, and instrument counts to support patient safety and surgical accuracy.
- Demonstrated adaptability, working effectively with various surgical teams and specialties, ensuring seamless collaboration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (Accelerated Program)
cum laude
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Skills
Surgical case management
Patient care coordination
Staff scheduling
Staff supervision
Decision-making
Mentoring and coaching
Rapport building
Issue resolution
Affiliations
Theta Beta Chapter of the Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International
Certification
- Mississippi Board of Nursing
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
- BLS/ACLS
Timeline
Operating Room Day Shift Charge Nurse- RN II
University of MS Medical Center
12.2022 - CurrentRead More
Operating Room Circulator- RN II
University of MS Medical Center
10.2015 - 12.2022Read More
Surgical Technician
Bolivar Medical Center
07.2013 - 12.2014Read More
Delta State University
Bachelor of Science from Biology
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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Bachelor of Science from Nuclear Medicine
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University of Mississippi Medical Center
Bachelor of Science from Nursing (Accelerated Program)
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