Eric Westrich
Chaffee
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong knowledge in cardiovascular surgery. Known for exceptional leadership, communication skills, and teamwork. Contributing to improved patient care and operational efficiency in high-pressure surgical environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CVOR Clinical Coordinator/ Team Lead
Mercy Southeast
Cape Girardeau Mo
02.2024 - Current
- Coordinated weekly work schedules for CVOR team, aligning staffing with surgical demands.
- Trained and mentored new employees to the CVOR surgical team.
- Assessed staffing needs continuously to maintain optimal coverage of clinical services.
- Participated in the recruitment process for new employees by conducting interviews and making hiring decisions.
- Managed inventory levels for CVOR supplies, ensuring readiness for upcoming surgical cases.
- Collaborated with reps on bringing in new products for various surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
Mercy Southeast
Cape Girardeau
01.2021 - Current
- Circulated in a wide variety of surgical procedures including, open heart, vascular, orthopedic, and robotic surgeries
- Assessed patient condition preoperatively and postoperatively to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Facilitated optimal patient positioning during surgeries to improve surgical outcomes.
- Supported optimal patient positioning for enhanced surgical access.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia staff during operations.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols and safety standards to enhance patient safety.
- Conducted equipment checks to verify functionality before each surgical procedure.
- Provided exceptional customer service by effectively communicating with patients and families to address concerns and enhance satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO12-2020
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Infection control
- Surgical scheduling
- Surgical inventory management
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Clinical documentation
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Interdisciplinary communication
Certification
- BLS Certified
Timeline
CVOR Clinical Coordinator/ Team Lead
Mercy Southeast
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mercy Southeast
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southeast Missouri State University