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Cortney Tanner

Eastman

Summary

I have three years of experience working along side surgeons in the operating room, and approaching one year of nursing in the emergency room; expanding my nursing knowledge. I'm an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Dodge County Hospital
12.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Surgical Technologist

Dorminy Medical Center
01.2020 - 12.2023
  • Maintained high infection control standards.
  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
  • Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
  • Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
  • Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
  • Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
  • Ensured proper care of surgical instruments through meticulous cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance processes.
  • Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
  • Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
  • Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing anxiety or discomfort prior to surgery, helping alleviate concerns while maintaining professionalism.
  • Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
  • Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care before, during, and after surgery.
  • Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.

Surgical Technologist

Dodge County Hospital
07.2019 - 12.2019
  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
  • Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
  • Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
  • Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
  • Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care before, during, and after surgery.

ER Admissions Representative

Dodge County Hospital
07.2017 - 07.2019

Registered patients by verifying demographic information and insurance coverage

Collected co-payments and payments for services rendered
Answered phone calls and addressed patient inquiries
Maintained patient records and ensured accuracy of information

Maintained privacy and confidentiality while providing patient care

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Middle Georgia State University
Macon, GA
12.2023

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Central Georgia Technical College
Warner, SD
07.2019

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Infection control measures
  • Wound Care
  • Patient Monitoring

Certification

  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • CPR
  • CST

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Dodge County Hospital
12.2023 - Current

Surgical Technologist

Dorminy Medical Center
01.2020 - 12.2023

Surgical Technologist

Dodge County Hospital
07.2019 - 12.2019

ER Admissions Representative

Dodge County Hospital
07.2017 - 07.2019

Associate of Science - Nursing

Middle Georgia State University

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

Central Georgia Technical College
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • CPR
  • CST
Cortney Tanner