Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Publications
Certification
Clinical Experiences
Teaching And Mentorship
Honors And Awards
Community Service
Hobbies and Interests
Leadership Experience
Languages
Timeline
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Vaughan Marr, MD

Perry

Summary

Professional healthcare provider with significant surgical expertise and strong commitment to patient care. Proven ability to execute complex procedures with precision, ensuring optimal outcomes. Strong focus on team synergy and adaptability to evolving clinical environments. Known for consistently delivering results in high-pressure situations, with solid foundation in critical decision-making and patient management.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse – Operating Room

Rockyview General Hospital
01.2013 - Current
  • Performed as a scrub and circulating Registered Nurse providing care to patients in every surgical service Rockyview General operating room currently provides, including: General Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Ear Nose and Throat, Urology, Ophthalmology, Gynecology, Obstetrics, and Orthopedics
  • Charge nurse on evening with call shifts
  • Responsible for organizing staff, medical equipment and patient care
  • Provided on-call service, and responded to off-hour emergencies

Accreditation Coordinator and Nurse Manager – Operating Room

Sante Medical Ltd.
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Accreditation: In consultation with Sante’s practicing surgeons created, developed and maintained surgical clinic policies and procedures- according to NHSF requirements
  • Physician Privileges: Oversaw and assisted in attaining operative/surgeon approval for all surgical procedures to be performed at Sante Medical through the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta governing body
  • Patient care: Managed caseload of patients to coordinate follow-up appointments, required prescriptions, patient education, and triage patient concerns
  • Quality Improvement: Identify critical incidents, gather data, contribute to the analysis of the event, and participate in the identification and implementation of solutions to prevent recurrences
  • Management: Nurse management tasks including scheduling staff, arranging training opportunities and assessing skill competency
  • Ultrasound: Trained for assessing superficial and deep venous mapping in patients
  • Role to refer patients to our working Interventional Radiologist
  • Referrals included suggesting procedures as manifested from my assessment
  • Responsible for pre-screening, saphenous procedure care and follow-up
  • Group Leadership: Worked closely with a diverse group of experts to spearhead the necessary steps in the conversion of our site from a local anesthetic operating facility, towards an accredited GA-compatible site
  • The project included working with medical supply representatives, medical gas system and piping specialists, contractors, architects and electricians to cohesively develop a common picture and plan of action with a budget requirement
  • Process established while meeting guidelines and standards set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta [CPSA]
  • Emergency Preparedness: Arranged and ran medical emergency mock drills for all staff
  • Laser Safety Officer

Registered Nurse, Rural Surgical Services

Olds Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Surgical nursing in a rural setting required nurses to be flexible and cover the responsibility of four different units: Pre-admission Clinic, Day Surgery, Operating Room, and Post Anesthetic Care Unit
  • This facilitated learning about all the different phases of care our patients go through and how best we can meet their needs in each of those settings

Undergrad Nurse, Emergency Department

Red Deer Regional Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Worked as a nurse in the emergency room on the lean track
  • Responsible for making quick assessment calls and using critical thinking skills in every patient-centered care interaction
  • Responded to acute and severe medical crises as part of the team

Mediator

Sundre Petroleum Operators Group
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Worked as a mediator between oil and gas companies and residents in the community
  • Met with residents to educate on emergency preparedness
  • Set up community events with up to 3000 people in attendance

Education

M.D. - Medical Degree

Trinity School of Medicine
11-2024

Pre-Med -

Trinity School of Medicine
01.2020

BScN -

Red Deer College Collaborative with the University of Alberta
Red Deer, Alberta
01.2012

Open - Studies

Red Deer College
Red Deer, Alberta
01.2008

Skills

  • OR management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Relationship building
  • Patient diagnosis
  • Advanced life support
  • Self motivation
  • Adaptability

Publications

Dec 2024- Present

Currently working on case study publications, following graduation. Details available upon request.

Certification

  • 2024, BTX-A and Dermal Fillers – PracticalCME
  • 2024, Cosmetic Platelet-Rich Plasma & Microneedling – Practical CME
  • 2023, Basic Life Support for Health Professionals (BLS)
  • 2023, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support for Health Professionals (ACLS)
  • 2023, Pediatric Advanced Life Support for Health Professionals (PALS)
  • 2018, Laser Safety Officer – Canadian Laser Safety Inc.
  • 2013, Perioperative Nursing Certification – Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN)

Clinical Experiences

  • Elective Clerkships, 2024, 4 weeks, Surgery, Urology, Dr. Joseph Bear, Macon, GA, 2024, 4 weeks, General Surgery, Dr. Patrick Narh-Martey, Warner Robins, GA, 2024, 4 weeks, Psychiatry, Dr. Deepti Bhasin, Warner Robins, GA, 2024, 4 weeks, Radiology (Virtual), Dr. Kevin Berger, Baltimore, MD, 2024, 4 weeks, Anesthesiology, Dr.J. Kombrinck, Warner Robins, GA, 2024, 4 weeks, Research (Virtual), Dr. Manahan, 2024, 4 weeks, General Surgery Acute Care, Dr. S. Jones, Brandon FL, 2024, 4 weeks, Nephrology, Dr. Adhikari, Warner Robins, GA.
  • Core Clerkships, 2023, 6 weeks, Internal Medicine, Dr. Raghu Lollabhattu, Dublin, GA, 2023, 3 weeks, Internal Medicine Cardiology, Dr. Joseph Poku, Macon, GA, 2023, 6 weeks, Pediatrics, Dr. Obioha Okoro, Macon, GA, 2023, 6 weeks, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Dr. Thekkepat Sekhar, Warner Robins, GA, 2023, 6 weeks, Family Medicine, Dr. Steven Wilson, Warner Robins, GA, 2023, 6 weeks, General Surgery, Dr. Patrick Narh-Martey, Warner Robins, GA.
  • Operating Room 2013-2025, Rockyview General Hospital, Calgary, Alberta. General Surgery, Urology, Gynecology, Plastics, Ear, Nose and Throat, Orthopedics, Opthalmology.
  • 2012 Operating Room, Pre-Admission Clinic, PACU, and Day Surgery Floor, Olds, Alberta. General Surgery, OBS/GYNE, Plastics, Orthopedics.
  • 2011 Emergency Department, Red Deer, Alberta.

Teaching And Mentorship

  • 2024, Peer Mentor, Trinity School of Medicine Mentorship Program, Provided academic and clinical mentorship to incoming new clinical students.
  • 2020, Tutor – Anatomy 2, Trinity School of Medicine, Held sessions with up to 37 Medical students reviewing class content.
  • 2020, Tutor – Anatomy 1, Trinity School of Medicine, Held sessions with up to 48 Medical students reviewing class content.

Honors And Awards

  • 2024- Faculty Distinction, one of the top 5 medical students in medical school graduating class.
  • 2020-Present, Dean’s List, Trinity School of Medicine, Warner Robins, Georgia
  • 2012-Present, Golden Key International Honour Society, Atlanta, GA

Community Service

  • 2013-Present, Volunteer, Uphill Both Ways Education and Relief Foundation, Focus on building schools and performing free medical clinics in Nepal.
  • 2023, Volunteer, Trinity Hope Organization, Volunteer for activity days at the Lodge LTC.
  • 2012, Miss Universe Canada National Finalist, Beauties of Canada, Supported events of Miss Universe Canada.
  • 2011, Facilitator, Get Real, Alberta, Spoke to classes of young female students on relational education.
  • 2007-2008, Miss Calgary, Patti Falconer Agencies, Worked with multiple charities and helped with fundraisers.
  • 2007-2008, Volunteer, Evolve Spa, Helped bring dignity to homeless women.

Hobbies and Interests

  • SURGERY!
  • Athletics: Volleyball, basketball, track and field.
  • Outdoor activities: hiking, swimming, and canoeing.
  • Fitness competitions: Competed in all natural fitness competitions in NPAA.
  • Bison Ranching: Grew up on a bison ranch.
  • Quilting: Making baby quilts for nieces and nephews.
  • Gardening: Helping plant and see to micro-green growth.
  • Travel: Lived in 3 different countries and traveled to various locations.

Leadership Experience

  • 2024-Present, President, Surgery Interest Group, Spearheaded to create and implement events for students related to surgical experience.
  • 2024, Vice President, Surgery Interest Group, Helped create and implement events for students related to surgical experience.
  • 2020-2021, Clinical Care Coordinator, Society of Medicine and Surgery, Organized dates, time, staffing, supplies, and the membership for various skills labs.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Accreditation Coordinator and Nurse Manager – Operating Room

Sante Medical Ltd.
01.2018 - 01.2019

Registered Nurse – Operating Room

Rockyview General Hospital
01.2013 - Current

Registered Nurse, Rural Surgical Services

Olds Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2013

Undergrad Nurse, Emergency Department

Red Deer Regional Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2012

Mediator

Sundre Petroleum Operators Group
01.2006 - 01.2008

Pre-Med -

Trinity School of Medicine

BScN -

Red Deer College Collaborative with the University of Alberta

Open - Studies

Red Deer College

M.D. - Medical Degree

Trinity School of Medicine
Vaughan Marr, MD