Shalon R. Weddington
Burlingame
Summary
Perioperative nursing expert with over 25 years of experience in clinical practice, management, and education. Proven track record in developing training programs that enhance team collaboration and improve patient safety. Skilled in strategic planning, operational improvement, and leadership, driving high productivity and efficient task completion. Strong communicator and problem-solver, ensuring effective project execution and team cohesion.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Perioperative Manager
Mills Peninsula Medical Center
03.2024 - 04.2025
- Led multidisciplinary perioperative teams with a focus on safety and collaboration
- Optimized workflows and boosted team morale, ensuring superior patient care
Perioperative Educator
Mills Peninsula Medical Center
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Conducted comprehensive training programs for perioperative nursing staff
- Delivered Epic system education, enhancing clinical documentation efficiency
Travel OR Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Various Facilities
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Delivered exceptional perioperative care in leading hospitals across California, including City of Hope, UC Irvine, and Marina Del Rey
- Specialized in robot-assisted surgeries, trauma cases, and multidisciplinary OR support
Perioperative Manager (Acting Director)
Mercy Folsom Hospital
08.2016 - 06.2021
- Directed operations for OR, PACU, ACU, GI, and SPD units during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Developed staff education initiatives and cross-functional team-building strategies
Active OR Nurse (Robot and Neuro Teams)
Providence Hospital
01.2012 - 07.2016
- Provided expert support for trauma cases in a Level 1 Trauma Center
OR Manager
Aloha Surgery Center
12.2009 - 12.2011
- Managed operations for outpatient facility performing 300+ cases/month
Clinical Nurse Educator
Maui Memorial Medical Center
12.2007 - 12.2009
- Designed and implemented education programs across OR, PACU, GI, and SPD units
- Organized quarterly CEU-accredited training events and emergency code drills
OR Educator and Charge Nurse
Shriners Children's Hospital
03.2005 - 12.2007
- Developed and implemented computerized charting systems
- Managed daily operations, scheduling, and surgical supply chain
Registry OR Nurse
Various CA Facilities
02.2002 - 03.2005
- Provided flexible perioperative care across hospital systems
Business Development Lead
Travel Nurse International
01.2001 - 02.2002
- Established an international department, researching regulations and implementing practices
Education
Certificate - Nurse Leadership
Duke University
04.2020
Master of Science - Nursing (Perioperative Major)
University of Texas Health Science Center
San Antonio, TX08.1998
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baylor School of Nursing
Dallas, TX05.1991
Skills
- Advanced perioperative education and training
- Program development
- Clinical staff engagement
- Workflow optimization
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Participative leadership
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Certification
- CNOR Certification, 12/01/28
- California RN License, #RN.573850, 01/01/26
- Current BLS and ACLS Certifications
Degree
- BSN
- MSN
- CNOR
Professional Associations
- Association of Operating Room Nurses, 1991–2023
- ASPAN, 2023-current
- Advisory Board Member, Travelnurse.com, 2004–2009
Publications And Contributions
- Motherhood Confessions: Raw Stories and Lessons Learned, Self-Published, 2023
- Hitting the Road: A Guide to Travel Nursing, Lippincott, 2002
- Author of 300+ articles on travel nursing topics, Nursezone.com
- Survive and Thrive on the Road, OR Nurse Magazine, 2009
Timeline
Perioperative Manager
Mills Peninsula Medical Center
03.2024 - 04.2025
Perioperative Educator
Mills Peninsula Medical Center
04.2023 - 03.2024
Travel OR Nurse
Aya Healthcare
01.2021 - 01.2023
Perioperative Manager (Acting Director)
Mercy Folsom Hospital
08.2016 - 06.2021
Active OR Nurse (Robot and Neuro Teams)
Providence Hospital
01.2012 - 07.2016
OR Manager
Aloha Surgery Center
12.2009 - 12.2011
Clinical Nurse Educator
Maui Memorial Medical Center
12.2007 - 12.2009
OR Educator and Charge Nurse
Shriners Children's Hospital
03.2005 - 12.2007
Registry OR Nurse
Various CA Facilities
02.2002 - 03.2005
Business Development Lead
Travel Nurse International
01.2001 - 02.2002
Certificate - Nurse Leadership
Duke University
Master of Science - Nursing (Perioperative Major)
University of Texas Health Science Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baylor School of Nursing
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