Sandra Clarke-Neufville
St. Albert
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a strong background in patient care, medical support, and effective communication. Brings valuable surgical experience and a commitment to patient safety from a background in operating room nursing. Recognized for ability to collaborate effectively with surgical teams and adapt quickly to dynamic environments. Possesses expertise in aseptic techniques and patient monitoring, ensuring the highest level of care for every patient.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sturgeon Community Hospital
09.2024 - Current
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 4 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Andrews Memorial Hospital
05.2017 - 08.2024
- Collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary health team to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate patient care in consultation with patients and their families
- Administer medications, procedures and other treatments as prescribed by a physician or according to organization policies and protocols
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Prevented infections and maintained a sterile environment through diligent adherence to infection control guidelines and operating room best practices.
- Ensured efficient flow of the operating room schedule by coordinating effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and support staff.
- Reduced surgical complications through thorough patient assessment and timely communication with the surgical team.
- Maintained an organized and efficient work environment within the operating room by effectively managing supplies, equipment inventory, and sterilization processes.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
- 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.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.
Acting Supervisor - Operating Room
Andrews Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Create, prepare and monitor staffing schedules
- Collaborates with Director of Nursing, CEO and Nursing managers for smooth functioning of department
- Ensures required equipment and disposables are available for physician and client needs
- Supervise and coordinate efficient daily planning and implementation of surgery schedule and activities of personnel in the operating room
- Coordinate departmental meetings to discuss departmental issues, goals and progress
- Ensures adherence to policies and procedures
- Improved team performance by setting clear objectives and expectations.
- Led team meetings for alignment and transparency.
Registered Nurse
Nuttall Memorial Hospital
03.2014 - 05.2016
- Monitor, record and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
- Perform wound care, dressing and bandaging
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Educate patient and family members on treatment, care plans and address their concerns
- Prepare operating suite and ensure stock or supplies is maintained
- Deliver care to patients in the post anesthesia care unit (PACU)
- Liaise with wards before, during and after surgical procedures
Education
Perioperative Nursing Certificate -
University Hospital of The West Indies
Kingston, Jamaica09-2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of The West Indies School of Nursing
11-2013
Skills
- Preoperative preparation
- Critical thinking
- Compassionate care
- Patient safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- IV insertion
- Procedure room preparation
Professional Certifications
- BLS Certified (February 2024)
- Diabetes Education Training (August 2022)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sturgeon Community Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Acting Supervisor - Operating Room
Andrews Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Andrews Memorial Hospital
05.2017 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse
Nuttall Memorial Hospital
03.2014 - 05.2016
Perioperative Nursing Certificate -
University Hospital of The West Indies
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of The West Indies School of Nursing
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