Nikki Minda
St Louis
Summary
With 25 years of experience providing quality care to a diverse range of patients, this hardworking and reliable Registered Nurse excels at adapting to new situations and challenges in order to meet the needs of the organization. The goal is to leverage extensive experience and knowledge to make a valuable contribution to your facility. As an organized and detail-oriented candidate, there is a proven track record of successfully managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Always willing to take on additional responsibilities in order to achieve team goals. Possesses strong problem-solving abilities, a willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills, resulting in confidence to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to embrace new challenges and dedicate wholeheartedly to advancing organizational objectives with enthusiasm.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Nurse of Infertility Services
Frontenac Surgery Center
01.2024 - Current
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, identifying areas for growth and providing constructive feedback when necessary.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and enhance OR practices.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
Registered Nurse First Assistant
St. Lukes Hospital
03.1999 - Current
- Collaborated with physician and other health care providers to develop a care plan for the patient during surgery
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills by rapidly assessing and addressing potential issues during surgical procedures, preventing complications.
- Advanced professional development through participation in continuing education courses related to RNFA responsibilities.
- Managed inventory of surgical supplies and equipment, ensuring that all necessary items were readily available for each procedure.
- Prepared surgical suite according to surgery and surgeon preference
- Developed and maintained positive working relationship with patients, physicians and other team members
- Reviewed patient charts noting allergies, pertinent medical history information and abnormal physical findings.
- Assisted with body plane closures, wound dressings and securing of drainage systems
- Assisted in performing surgical procedures consistent with standards of care and practice guidelines
- Provided surgical support to help the surgeon execute safe operations and procedures resulting in positive patient outcomes
- Collaborated with the surgical team to ensure the highest safety and surgical standards for the patient
- Assisted with transfer of patients from recovery room to operating room, providing care and support.
- Participated in professional development meetings
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Associates in Nursing
Jefferson College
Hillsboro, MOSkills
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Detail oriented
- Leadership
- Decision making skills
- Adaptability
- Ability to work under high pressure
- Time management
- Self-motivation
- Creativity
- Teamwork
- Impeccable interpersonal skills
- Able to act quickly and accurately
- Problem resolution
- Computer skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Planning & organizing
- Nursing expertise
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Reliability
Certificates
- CNOR
- BLS
- Registered Nurse First Assistant
- PALS
- ACLS
Timeline
Head Nurse of Infertility Services
Frontenac Surgery Center
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse First Assistant
St. Lukes Hospital
03.1999 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Associates in Nursing
Jefferson College
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