Patricia Wilcox
Tupelo
Summary
Dynamic Operating Room Registered Nurse with a proven track record at North Mississippi Medical Center, excelling in patient assessment and emergency response. Adept at enhancing patient outcomes through quality improvement initiatives and compassionate care, while effectively educating families on post-operative instructions. Committed to delivering exceptional care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
North Mississippi Medical Center
Tupelo
02.2024 - Current
- Monitored anesthesia agents, fluids and blood products administered during surgical procedures.
- Assisted with preparation of supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures as necessary.
- Provided education to families regarding post-operative instructions before discharge from hospital setting.
- Evaluated patient response to treatment plans and modified them accordingly.
- Managed instrumentation during surgical cases, ensuring proper functioning of equipment at all times.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes within the OR setting.
- Ensured appropriate positioning of patients on operating table prior to surgery.
- Assessed patient condition, vital signs and lab values to ensure safety during surgery.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative procedures including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures when indicated in the event of complications or unexpected outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's medical record throughout the perioperative process.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
San Diego
03.2015 - 01.2024
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Provided education to patients regarding disease prevention and home care instructions.
- Provided emotional support for patients during stressful times.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as X-rays or lab work according to physician orders.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
- Monitored vital signs and other indicators of patient health status.
- Educated families about their loved ones' conditions and provided emotional support.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered utilizing the electronic medical record system.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
San Diego
04.2010 - 03.2015
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Provided education to patients regarding disease prevention and home care instructions.
- Provided emotional support for patients during stressful times.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as X-rays or lab work according to physician orders.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
- Monitored vital signs and other indicators of patient health status.
- Educated families about their loved ones' conditions and provided emotional support.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
- Identified potential risks or complications during treatment processes and took appropriate corrective action.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered utilizing the electronic medical record system.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Rady Children's Hospital
San Diego
01.2008 - 04.2010
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper nursing protocols for emergency room operations.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Provided education to patients regarding disease prevention and home care instructions.
- Provided emotional support for patients during stressful times.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as X-rays or lab work according to physician orders.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
- Assessed patient condition and developed individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and other indicators of patient health status.
- Educated families about their loved ones' conditions and provided emotional support.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered utilizing the electronic medical record system.
Travel ER Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
San Diego
08.2006 - 01.2008
- Educated patients and family members about proper health maintenance techniques.
- Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
- Adhered to infection control protocols while performing assigned tasks.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and IV pumps, as required by individual patient needs.
- Provided direct and indirect patient care according to established standards and protocols.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care issues.
- Participated in educational activities designed to improve knowledge base regarding current practice trends in travel nursing field.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal quality of care for all patients.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations or changes in patient's condition.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored the effect on patients' conditions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered.
Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Good Shephard Medical Center
Longview
05.1989 - 08.2006
- Coordinated activities between departments for efficient delivery of services.
- Developed strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs while maintaining quality of care.
- Provided emotional support for families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Addressed customer service issues that arose from patients or visitors in the Emergency Department.
- Adhered to infection control protocols at all times when providing direct patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians on admission, transfer, and discharge decisions for patients in the Emergency Department.
- Performed competency evaluations on nursing staff in the Emergency Department.
- Provided clinical leadership and direction to nursing staff in the Emergency Department.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Denver, CO01-2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX05-1989
High School Diploma -
Hutchinson High School
Hutchinson, KS05-1980
Skills
- Clear patient communication
- Patient assessment
- Emergency response
- Post-operative education
- Quality improvement
- Triage assessment
- Patient education
- Emergency care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic medical record
- Emotional support
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Trauma care
- Legal compliance
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Compassionate care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Multitasking Abilities
- Problem-solving
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Reading
- Traveling
Accomplishments
- Nurse of the Year 1991
- Texas State Trauma Committee 1996-1998
- Secretary Emergency Nurses Association, North East Texas Chapter 1997
- Graduated Summa cum laude from Aspen University
Certification
- Registered Nurse Mississippi , Compact license
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
- BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
North Mississippi Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
03.2015 - 01.2024
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
04.2010 - 03.2015
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Rady Children's Hospital
01.2008 - 04.2010
Travel ER Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
08.2006 - 01.2008
Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Good Shephard Medical Center
05.1989 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kilgore College
High School Diploma -
Hutchinson High School
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