Lauren Sheffield
Nesbit,MS
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis, skilled in direct patient care and advanced cardiac life support. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through effective advocacy and meticulous infection control. Adept at training new staff, fostering a collaborative environment while ensuring optimal safety and comfort for patients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room
Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis
10.2022 - Current
- Provided comprehensive education to patients regarding their upcoming surgeries to alleviate anxiety, address concerns, and ensure informed consent was obtained properly.
- Increased positive outcomes for patients undergoing surgery by promptly identifying potential complications and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment by accurately interpreting diagnostic data prior to surgery, ensuring optimal decision-making during procedures.
- Delivered empathetic post-operative care to patients transitioning from surgery to recovery while consistently monitoring vital signs and pain levels for optimal comfort management.
- Contributed to a high-performing operating room team through consistent collaboration, effective problem-solving, and open communication with peers.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the surgical process.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
- Developed strong rapport with patients'' families through effective communication about surgical expectations, progress updates, and postoperative care instructions.
- Maintained an organized and efficient work environment within the operating room by effectively managing supplies, equipment inventory, and sterilization processes.
- 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.
- 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.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS05-2022
High School Diploma -
Desoto Central High School
Southaven, MS05-2018
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and charting
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- IV setup
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) cerification
- Precepting
- Maintaining privacy
- Procedure preparations
Certification
Advanced Certified Life Support (ACLS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Certified Operating Room Nurse (CORN)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room
Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis
10.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwest Mississippi Community College
High School Diploma -
Desoto Central High School
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