Jessica Clark-Wieberg
JEFFERSON CITY,MO
Summary
Experienced Circulating Registered Nurse with a strong focus on maintaining sterile environments and enhancing surgical efficiency. Proven ability to mentor junior staff and prioritize patient safety. Healthcare professional well-versed in delivering high-quality patient care during complex procedures. Known for effective collaboration with surgical teams and achieving positive patient outcomes. Reliable and flexible, adapting to dynamic demands of the operating room.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Circulating Registered Nurse in Surgery
Capital Region Medical Center
Jefferson City, MO
03.2015 - Current
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes during procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and provided immediate interventions as necessary to maintain patient stability.
- Administered medications and IV fluids in accordance with established protocols for surgical patients.
- Assisted in the preparation of operating rooms, ensuring all instruments and supplies were sterile and ready for use.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in circulating roles within surgical environments.
- Maintained sterile environments in operating rooms, minimizing risk of infection for patients.
- Streamlined communication among surgical team members, contributing to increased efficiency during surgeries.
- Managed inventory of supplies within the operating room, preventing shortages that could delay or compromise patient care.
- Increased OR efficiency by assisting in equipment setup, breakdown, and sterilization procedures between cases.
- Assisted surgeons in complex operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.
- Provided ongoing mentorship to new nursing staff, promoting best practices in the perioperative setting.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Collected, labeled, and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to enhance workflow efficiency and patient safety.
Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
10.2014 - 02.2015
- Assisted surgeons with complex procedures, demonstrating advanced knowledge of surgical techniques and tools.
- Managed documentation related to surgical events accurately and promptly completed required paperwork according to regulations.
- Collaborated with surgical teams for seamless execution of procedures, ensuring high-quality care.
- Maintained sterile environments within the operating room through adherence to infection control protocols.
- Optimized operating room efficiency by organizing instruments, equipment, and supplies in a timely manner.
- Assisted in the preparation and maintenance of sterile environments for diverse surgical cases.
Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse
Banner Casa Grande Medical Center
Casa Grande, AZ
03.2014 - 09.2014
- Coordinated patient care activities in operating room to ensure optimal surgical outcomes.
- Assisted with the preparation and maintenance of sterile surgical environments.
- Monitored patients' vital signs during procedures, ensuring immediate response to changes.
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to develop and implement surgical plans.
Circulating Registered Nurse in Surgery
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
St Louis, MO
01.2007 - 02.2014
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced procedural efficiency and reduced patient wait times.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores with compassionate care and effective communication strategies.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes during procedures.
- Assisted in the preparation of operating rooms, ensuring all instruments and supplies were sterile and ready for use.
- Maintained sterile environments in operating rooms, minimizing risk of infection for patients.
- Streamlined communication among surgical team members, contributing to increased efficiency during surgeries.
- Increased OR efficiency by assisting in equipment setup, breakdown, and sterilization procedures between cases.
- Assisted surgeons in complex operations, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Collected, labeled, and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
Registered Med/Surgical Nurse
Capital Region Medical Center
Jefferson City, MO
10.2005 - 11.2007
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality care and closely monitoring post-surgical progress.
- Communicated medical information and discharge instructions to patients and families to reduce return visits.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs following surgery.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate and empathetic care during pre-and post-operative periods.
- Connected with patients and families from variety of cultural and economic backgrounds to establish and maintain open communication for improved patient outcomes.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care for up to 7 patients at once.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO08-2005
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Lincoln University
Jefferson City, MO05-2003
Skills
- Sterile technique expertise
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Circulating Registered Nurse in Surgery
Capital Region Medical Center
03.2015 - Current
Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
10.2014 - 02.2015
Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse
Banner Casa Grande Medical Center
03.2014 - 09.2014
Circulating Registered Nurse in Surgery
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
01.2007 - 02.2014
Registered Med/Surgical Nurse
Capital Region Medical Center
10.2005 - 11.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Lincoln University