Korey Danielle Cruz

Severna Park, MD *****

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Registered Nurse, Trauma Operating Room

Johns Hopkins Hospital/Chesapeake Medical Staffing-Baltimore, MD 10/14/2019-present

Strong clinical skill and knowledge in Surgical Services. Participating in performance improvement, nursing quality, nursing research activities and utilizing the same in clinical practice. Working alongside Surgical teams to make sure patients are receiving the best possible care. Providing nursing care to patients undergoing various procedures and operations. Work in a fast-paced environment, while developing an individual perioperative plan of care for patients.

Registered Nurse, Operating Room

Riva Road Surgery Center-Annapolis, MD 03/06/2018-10/09/2019

Perform thorough accurate and continual patient assessment anticipating potential problems and reporting pertinent assessments to the multi-disciplinary team. Perform task delegated to the circulating nurse role and scrub nurse role as assigned daily within multi-specialty services. Document actions in medical record completely and accurately in a timely manner. Assist with administrative duties when necessary. Utilize equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently, assists with stocking, replenishing, and preparation of supplies. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisors. Participates as a team member in planning and implementation of patient care; take responsibility for an adequate patient load, review schedule for next day. Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills making suggestions for improvement.

Registered Nurse, Clinical Coordinator – Neurosurgery/Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Mercy Medical Center – Baltimore, MD 10/02/2016 to 04/15/2018

Perform all duties, responsibilities, and accountability of the surgical team. Oversee equipment and supply inventory; develop and communicate policies and procedures; and perform clinical duties to ensure optimal quality and continuity of service. Serve as a liaison to the interdisciplinary team, proactively identifying patient needs using appropriate quality service standards, philosophy, and core values. Exhibit mastery nursing functions to advise and teach team members while applying principles of growth and development. Strong leadership and excellent time management skills. Understand the value of prioritizing and organizing patient care to achieve successful outcomes. Detail oriented with ability to function effectively in stressful situations.

Registered Nurse, Operating Room

Mercy Medical Center - Baltimore, MD –06/01/2014 to 10/02/2016

Perform specialized duties in assisting surgeons during operative procedures, acting as a scrub, or circulating nurse. Develop a plan of nursing care to patients undergoing operative or other invasive procedures. Address physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual responses of surgical patients. Possess knowledge of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and Standards of Nursing Care Practice.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Mercy Medical Center - Baltimore, MD – 06/30/2013 to 06/01/2014

Clinically managed patients, demonstrated effective communication skills, demonstrated understanding of hospital and department policies and procedures, and documented nursing care utilizing the appropriate tools, complied with professional and regulatory governmental and departmental standards.

Nursing Support Technician, Emergency Department

Mercy Medical Center - Baltimore, MD – 12/12/2011 to 06/30/2013

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, perform delegated patient care procedures including critical care assessments, point of care testing, EKG with lead placement, IV insertion, phlebotomy, restraints, vital signs, changing ostomy bags, specimen labeling, Intake and output, end of life care, CPR code assistance, NGT placement, and urinary catheterization. Obtain and record patient condition and information, and verbally communicate data to healthcare team as required.

Account Coordinator/Sales

Gurwitch Products - Houston, TX - 2000 to 2009

Cultivate strategic relationships, increased, and maximized customer sales. Met targeted goals and built professional relationships and corporate value. Mentored and trained new staff.

EDUCATION

BSN in Nursing (currently enrolled)

Western Governors University

Associate of Science in Registered Nursing

Anne Arundel Community College - Arnold, MD

May 2013

NURSING LICENSES

RN

Expires: August 2023

State: MD

R206476

RN

Expires: June 2023

State: Washington, District of Columbia

RN1057754

SKILLS

Meditech/Epic

AWARDS

Clinical Nurse Award (AACC)

May 2013

McAuley Platinum Award, Mercy Medical Center

December 2016

Mercy Excellence Award Program

McAuley Platinum Award, Mercy Medical Center

March 2017, April 2018

Award in Leadership

CERTIFICATIONS

BLS

03/2019-03/2023

ACLS

03/2019-03/2023

PALS

03/2019-03/2023

COMMITTEES

Nursing Professional Development Committee 2018-2019, Nursing Quality Committee 2017-2019, Retention and Recognition Committee 2018-2019, Falls Committee 2017-2018

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