Cori Hatley
McEwen
Summary
Dynamic Circulating Nurse at Ascension Saint Thomas Three Rivers, recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through effective preoperative preparation and sterile technique expertise. Proven ability to adapt to change while ensuring meticulous documentation accuracy and fostering a collaborative environment. Committed to delivering high-quality care and improving operational efficiency in the operating room.
Professional healthcare provider with extensive experience in medical-surgical nursing. Skilled in patient care, medication administration, and post-operative management. Strong focus on teamwork and dependable in adapting to changing needs. Known for clear communication, critical thinking, and compassionate patient interaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Ascension Saint Thomas Three Rivers
10.2011 - Current
- Streamlined operating room setup for faster procedure turnaround times, ensuring timely patient care.
- 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.
- Increased patient satisfaction with preoperative care by thoroughly explaining procedures and addressing any questions or concerns.
Registered Nurse
Ascension Saint Thomas Three Rivers
10.2010 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of > 7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05-2010
Skills
- Sterile technique expertise
- Documentation accuracy
- Adapting to change
- Preoperative preparation
- Basic life support
- Wound care
- Medication administration
- Nursing documentation
Certification
- BLS Training - Expires 02/28/2026
- ACLS Training - Expires 12/31/2026
- PALS Training - Expires 06/30/2026
Great Catch Award
I had a patient that had been in the hospital for a bit and they were wanting to transfer the patient to swing bed to receive inpatient physical therapy and I knew something was off with the patient and not ready to start physical therapy until their acute situation was addressed. After communication with the attending physician, more test and blood work were completed and the underlying issue was found and addressed, after treating the patients acute situation, the patient progressively did get better and was able to go home and very much improved.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Ascension Saint Thomas Three Rivers
10.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ascension Saint Thomas Three Rivers
10.2010 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tennessee State University
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