Lacy Cox
ADAIRSVILLE
Summary
Highly enthusiastic and dedicated Registered Nurse with a calm disposition, crisis management skills and extensive clinical hours in multiple hospital settings, seeking a position to assist with increasing quality of care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Physician's Spine & Rehabilitation Specialists
11.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols during surgeries.
- Reduced surgery delays by efficiently preparing the operating room with necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies.
- Assessed patient's physical and emotional needs preoperatively, providing education and support to alleviate anxiety.
- Administered conscious sedation to consistently monitor patient cardiac rhythms and other vitals during invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and maintaining open communication with patients and families.
- Increased patient comfort during recovery by addressing anxiety and concerns about surgery results.
- Maintained a high level of quality control by adhering to strict sterilization protocols and guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by maintaining accurate documentation of autoclave operations, maintenance, and repairs.
- Maintained detailed documentation of surgical procedures and interventions for accurate medical records and billing purposes.
- Promoted teamwork among OR staff by fostering a positive work environment based on mutual respect and shared goals.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northside Cherokee Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, and catheter insertion.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Clinical Practicum
Georgia Highlands College
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Performed vital signs: blood pressure, respirations, temperature, and 02 saturations
- Conducted head-to-toe assessments
- Administered oral, intravenous, and intramuscular medications carefully
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures effectively
- Accomplished 516 clinical hours
Sales Associate
BRC Signs And Graphics
04.2014 - 11.2014
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
- Prepared sales contracts and accepted payment via cash, check, and credit card
- Evaluated inventory and delivery needs and optimized strategies to meet customer demands
Manager
Endless Summer Tanning
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, product waste, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives
- Maintained books and deposited daily revenue
- Recruited, hired and trained new staff effectively
Education
Nursing
Georgia Highlands College
Rome, GA05.2022
Skills
- BLS & ACLS Certification through American Heart Association
- Georgia X-ray Safety Certification
- Mental Health First Aid Certification
- Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment
- Effective communication skills to all members of healthcare team
- MS Office: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Cerner, Epic, SIS (Surgical Information Systems), and eClinicalWorks knowledgeable
Timeline
Registered Nurse
The Physician's Spine & Rehabilitation Specialists
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northside Cherokee Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022
Clinical Practicum
Georgia Highlands College
08.2020 - 05.2022
Sales Associate
BRC Signs And Graphics
04.2014 - 11.2014
Manager
Endless Summer Tanning
01.2011 - 01.2013
Nursing
Georgia Highlands College
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