Nicole Landry
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Compassionate nursing professional with extensive experience in preoperative patient assessment and education. Skilled in identifying health risks and ensuring readiness for surgery, dedicated to enhancing patient experiences and outcomes through meticulous care coordination.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pre Surgery
Woman's Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2021 - Current
- Evaluate patients prior to scheduled procedures or surgeries to verify their medical preparedness and compliance with clinical and safety standards. Coordinate care, educate patients, and communicate with healthcare providers to facilitate positive surgical outcomes.
- Conduct comprehensive pre-admission assessments by reviewing medical history, medications, allergies, and current health status.
- Perform preoperative interviews via phone or in person.
- Identify potential health risks and communicate concerns to physicians, anesthesiologists, and the surgical team.
- Review laboratory results, diagnostic tests, and medical clearances to ensure readiness for surgery.
- Provide patient education regarding preoperative instructions, medical management, fasting guidelines, and postoperative expectations,
Registered Nurse, Pre Op
Woman's Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2017 - Current
- Responsible for verifying patient identity, surgical procedure, informed consent, and compliance with preoperative protocols.
- Initiate IV access and administer prescribed preoperative medications.
- Educate patients and families on surgical procedures, anesthesia, postoperative expectations, pain management, and discharge instructions.
- Coordinate care with surgeons, anesthesiologists, operating room staff, and ancillary departments to ensure efficient patient flow.
- Skills: Charge Nurse, Preceptor, Staff Scheduler, Ongoing member of Career Ladder Program, Trained in Epic
Registered Nurse, Mother/Baby Nurse
Woman's Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
06.2002 - 10.2017
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to postpartum mothers and newborns, ensuring safe recovery and infant well-being through assessment, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Skills: Charge Nurse, Preceptor
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loyola University, New Orleans
New Orleans, LA12-2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of The Lake
Baton Rouge, LA05-2002
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- MNN - Maternal Newborn Nursing
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pre Surgery
Woman's Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Pre Op
Woman's Hospital
10.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse, Mother/Baby Nurse
Woman's Hospital
06.2002 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loyola University, New Orleans
Associate of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of The Lake