Taylor VanNattan
Canton
Summary
Assisted in patient care on postoperative floor and transitioned to operating room. Developed nursing skills through diverse roles and responsibilities. Supported new nurses as a preceptor and achieved ACLS and PALS certifications.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Springfield Clinic
Peoria, IL
11.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with surgical teams to coordinate procedures and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing surgical site infections significantly.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation of surgical procedures.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
Operating Room Nurse, RN
Proctor Hospital
Peoria, IL
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Circulate for orthopedic procedures such as total hips, total knees, ACL repairs.
- Help anesthesia intubate for procedure.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to coordinate procedures and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing surgical site infections significantly.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation of surgical procedures.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
Orthopedic Post Operative Floor, RN
Proctor Hospital
Peoria, IL
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Delivered comprehensive care to enhance recovery and support rehabilitation of orthopedic patients post-surgery.
- Executed medication administration protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Educated patients on post-operative care. Assisted in identifying signs and symptoms of infection. Supported pain management strategies. Facilitated ambulation and safety practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2023
ADN - Nursing
Spoon River College
Macomb05.2020
Skills
- Assisted teams in effective communication to enhance patient care Supported therapeutic interventions through collaborative problem-solving Contributed to the development of comprehensive reports on patient progress
Awards
Member of Phi Theta kappa.
Certification
ACLS
PALS
BLS
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Springfield Clinic
11.2023 - Current
Operating Room Nurse, RN
Proctor Hospital
10.2021 - 11.2023
Orthopedic Post Operative Floor, RN
Proctor Hospital
08.2020 - 10.2021
ADN - Nursing
Spoon River College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Western Governors University