Julia Thomas
Lyons,GA
Summary
Dynamic RN Circulator with extensive experience at Memorial Health University Medical Center, excelling in patient safety and preoperative preparation. Proven track record of reducing surgery complications through effective sterile techniques and compassionate care. Strong communicator and collaborator, fostering teamwork and enhancing patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Healthcare professional with extensive perioperative experience and commitment to patient care excellence. Adept at coordinating surgical teams and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Known for strong teamwork, adaptability, and meticulous attention to detail in dynamic environments.
Experienced with coordinating surgical procedures and maintaining sterile environment. Utilizes knowledge of surgical instruments and techniques to support successful surgeries. Track record of effective communication and collaboration with surgical teams.
Robust background in perioperative nursing and patient care. Proven ability to manage operating room procedures and ensure patient safety during all phases of surgery. Demonstrated expertise in sterile techniques and surgical instrumentation.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Circulator
Memorial Health University Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
- Ensured proper documentation of all relevant information during each stage of the surgical process for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by offering compassionate care and empathetic communication throughout their surgical experience.
- Contributed to successful surgeries with efficient preparation, organization, and management of operating rooms.
- Reduced surgery complications by providing effective perioperative care to patients.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
- Mentored new staff members on safe practices within the operating room setting, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration.
- Provided thorough handoff reports to enhance continuity of care between shifts and departments.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by staying up-to-date on the latest nursing practices related to perioperative care.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met while respecting individual preferences.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Stability Healthcare
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough preoperative assessments and effectively communicating with the surgical team.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
RN Circulator
Aya Healthcare
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Improved communication among surgical team members by actively participating in preoperative briefings and debriefings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care before, during, and after surgeries.
- Facilitated seamless transitions from preoperative to post-anesthesia recovery units by communicating effectively with other healthcare professionals.
- Contributed to successful surgeries with efficient preparation, organization, and management of operating rooms.
- Reduced surgery complications by providing effective perioperative care to patients.
- Mentored new staff members on safe practices within the operating room setting, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met while respecting individual preferences.
RN Circulator
Optim Healthcare
03.2017 - 09.2022
- Optimized efficiency within the operating room by managing supplies inventory and maintaining appropriate stocking levels.
- Ensured proper documentation of all relevant information during each stage of the surgical process for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care before, during, and after surgeries.
- Contributed to successful surgeries with efficient preparation, organization, and management of operating rooms.
- Reduced surgery complications by providing effective perioperative care to patients.
ADON
Ethica Health and Retirement Communities
03.2014 - 03.2017
- Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
- Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Participated in regulatory surveys conducted by external agencies, demonstrating compliance with established standards of practice and delivering high-quality patient care services consistently across all aspects of operations.
- Enhanced staff competency through regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
RN Circulator
Optim Healthcare
03.2009 - 03.2014
- Contributed to successful surgeries with efficient preparation, organization, and management of operating rooms.
- Reduced surgery complications by providing effective perioperative care to patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care before, during, and after surgeries.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
- Ensured proper documentation of all relevant information during each stage of the surgical process for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Optimized efficiency within the operating room by managing supplies inventory and maintaining appropriate stocking levels.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met while respecting individual preferences.
- Facilitated seamless transitions from preoperative to post-anesthesia recovery units by communicating effectively with other healthcare professionals.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by staying up-to-date on the latest nursing practices related to perioperative care.
- Provided thorough handoff reports to enhance continuity of care between shifts and departments.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by offering compassionate care and empathetic communication throughout their surgical experience.
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA05-2006
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Brewton-Parker College
Mt. Vernon, GA05-1996
Skills
- Operating room etiquette
- Patient safety
- Preoperative preparation
- Sterile technique
Certification
- Licensed RN- Currently hold a Compact License and California RN License
Timeline
RN Circulator
Memorial Health University Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Stability Healthcare
04.2024 - 07.2024
RN Circulator
Aya Healthcare
05.2023 - 04.2024
RN Circulator
Optim Healthcare
03.2017 - 09.2022
ADON
Ethica Health and Retirement Communities
03.2014 - 03.2017
RN Circulator
Optim Healthcare
03.2009 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Southern University
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Brewton-Parker College
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