Summary
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Work History
Education
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Affiliations
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Prior Work History
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Ellen Davis

Flagstaff

Summary

Compassionate RN Circulator known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in surgical procedures, patient care, and sterile field maintenance. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth operation in fast-paced surgical environments. Commitment to patient safety and collaborative work with surgical teams stands out.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Circulator

Flagstaff Medical Center, NAH
Flagstaff
01.2000 - Current
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team members to optimize quality care delivery for each individual patient.
  • Ensured that equipment was functioning properly prior to use in the operating room setting.
  • Organized training and spearheaded clinical instruction to strengthen and develop staff competencies and patient care techniques.
  • Provided intraoperative care, including tissue retraction, suturing, and application of dressings.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Provided assistance with patient transfer and positioning.
  • Reviewed patients' medical histories prior to surgical procedure.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Registered Nurse, CVOR

Flagstaff Medical Center, NAH
Flagstaff
01.2004 - 01.2017
  • Provided emotional support to families throughout the perioperative period.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Assisted with preoperative assessments, preparation, and postoperative care of patients in the CVOR.
  • Instructed nursing staff on proper techniques related to CVOR operations.
  • Initiated emergency resuscitation measures when necessary during life-threatening events or cardiopulmonary arrests.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL
05-1999

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
05-1989

Skills

  • Intraoperative care
  • Emergency response
  • Patient assessment
  • Team collaboration
  • Patient safety
  • Surgical instruments
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Staff training
  • Critical thinking

Affiliations

  • Enjoys hiking, gardening, and archery
  • Photography and star gazing

Accomplishments

  • CNOR certified
  • Team Lead for CVOR
  • Recipient of Daisy Award

Prior Work History

  • Numerous sales positions
  • Customer Service Representative and Operator for MCI Telecommunications
  • LPN for Gastroenterology Associates of Pensacola
  • Medical Technologist Mother Infant Unit Sacred Heart Hospital, Pensacola, Florida
  • Numerous sales positions

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse, CVOR

Flagstaff Medical Center, NAH
01.2004 - 01.2017

RN Circulator

Flagstaff Medical Center, NAH
01.2000 - Current

Associate of Science - Nursing

Pensacola State College

Bachelor of Science - Interior Design

Florida State University
Ellen Davis