Celeste Martin
Gonzales,LA
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in operating room management. Proven ability to oversee surgical teams and ensure efficient workflow in high-pressure environments. Known for fostering team collaboration and adaptability to meet changing demands. Expertise includes surgical coordination and patient safety.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Charge Nurse
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
06.2012 - Current
- Supervised daily operations in the operating room, ensuring optimal patient care and safety protocols (managing 12-14 operating rooms daily).
- Coordinated surgical schedules, facilitating communication between surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and departments to streamline workflow processes and improve overall operational efficiency in the OR.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.
- Developed and maintained standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the operating room suite resulting in reduced downtime between surgeries.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for nursing staff, fostering professional development and accountability.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during critical situations, ensuring prompt intervention for optimal patient outcomes.
- Optimized use of resources by monitoring equipment needs, managing inventory levels, and minimizing waste.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Operating Room Team Lead
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
01.2010 - 06.2012
- General Surgery, Urology, and Robotics
- Participated in developing the Robotics Surgical Specialty
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
St. James Parish Hospital
08.2007 - 01.2010
- Worked in all areas of PeriOp (pre-admit, pre-op, intra-op, and post-op, including Endoscopy)
- Led satellite doctors' clinics
- Administered preoperative assessments to ensure patient readiness and compliance with surgical protocols.
- Improved patient satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering support before and after surgery.
- Educated patients and families on postoperative care, improving understanding of recovery processes.
- Facilitated successful surgeries by setting up equipment properly, positioning patients correctly, and performing necessary counts of instruments and supplies before each procedure.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
01.2002 - 08.2007
- Facilitated surgical procedures by ensuring sterile environments and preparing necessary instruments.
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthetists to optimize patient safety and workflow efficiency.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical cases by efficiently preparing operating rooms for subsequent procedures.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a sterile operating room environment through proper cleaning and equipment handling techniques.
- Assisted in the continuous improvement of overall patient care by actively participating in operating room meetings and providing constructive feedback.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives aimed at identifying areas for improvement within the operating room setting and implementing appropriate changes as needed.
- Assisted in successful surgeries by providing necessary instruments and supplies to the surgeon in a timely manner.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring surgical procedures and promptly addressing any concerns.
Education
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Baton Rouge General School of Nursing
Baton Rouge, LA12-2001
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Healthcare regulations
- Performance improvement
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Basic life support
- HIPAA compliance
- Process improvement
- AORN member
Timeline
Operating Room Charge Nurse
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
06.2012 - Current
Operating Room Team Lead
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
01.2010 - 06.2012
Perioperative Registered Nurse
St. James Parish Hospital
08.2007 - 01.2010
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
01.2002 - 08.2007
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Baton Rouge General School of Nursing
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