Renée Mordaunt

239-***-**** /ady10t@r.postjobfree.com/Naples, FL

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Dedicated and motivated LPN with 25+ years of strong clinical experience and knowledge. Ensuring high standards of pro professionalism and exceptional care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs. In-patient and out-patient

facilities. Areas of expertise include pre- and post-operative care, medical-surgical, plastic surgery, dermatology, ENT,

pain management, private duty, rehab, and long-term care.

SKILLS

Exceptional I.V. insertion and venipuncture

Dependable, efficient, hard working

Detail orientated and well organized

Multi-tasker with ability to prioritize

Ability to work calm under pressure

Effective communicator

Collaborate well with others and team orientated

Critical thinker

Willingness to learn or take on any responsibilities

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Pre-operative Care Unit Nurse, Collier Endoscopy Surgery Center, 2012-Current

Naples, FL

Perform pre-op assessment and prepare patient for procedure while maintaining patient flow.

Obtain patient medical history, vital statistics, 3 or 12 Lead EKG.

Review current patient medications and ensuring certain meds have been taken or stopped.

Glucose monitoring or HCG testing if indicated.

Identify any risk factors which could potentially impact surgery and recovery.

Review procedure, ensure operative and informed consents are signed.

Initiate I.V. access administering fluids and meds as ordered.

Review pathology, communicate results and taking measures.

Maintain emergency response equipment, O2, accurate daily logs, medications and supply inventory ensuring optimal par levels.

Monthly medication review, disposing expired meds.

Patient recalls, scheduling appointments.

Pre and Post Operative Care Unit Nurse (Per diem), Gulfshore Endoscopy Center, 2016 -2021

Naples, FL

Provide direct patient pre and post op care.

Diligent monitoring, recording and re-assessment of patient status post general anesthesia.

Recognize, react, and report any changes in patient stability or acuity.

Promote safe, sustained, and speedy recovery assuring patient progress meets discharge criteria.

Review discharge instructions with patient/family.

Conduct pre- and post-op calls.

Lead Nurse, Woodruff Institute Dermatology and Plastic Surgery Center, 2009-2012

Naples, FL

Extensive clinical nursing experience in assisting physicians with all aspects of dermatology and plastic surgery procedures.

Specializing in Mohs and reconstructive plastic surgery.

Administer local anesthetic to surgical site.

Assist physician with office-based procedures, including mini-face lift, blepharoplasty, liposuction, closure of Mohs defects, skin cancer and growth removals, skin biopsies and wound cultures.

Surgical set-up, maintaining sterile field along with sterilization of instruments and equipment.

Submit Rx’s via phone, fax or EMR.

Head Nurse, Aesthetic Surgery Center and Face Spa, 2005-2009

Naples, FL

Assist physicians with office-based procedures including Botox, facial fillers, laser treatments, BBL and chemical peels.

Reconstitute medication and apply topical anesthetic prior to procedures.

Pre-op assessment, H+P, assess need for any medical clearance, EKG, CXR and labs.

Educate and counsel patients regarding surgical procedures and outcomes.

Post-op care including initial dressing and changes, incision, and wound care, drain care and removal, suture/staple removal, laser, and skin care.

Prompt identification of problems, new developments or any changes in patient condition and implement responsible measures as needed.

24 hr. on call to include home visits if needed.

Order medical supplies and medication.

Pre- and post-op photographs.

Staff Nurse (Med-Surg), Cleveland Clinic Hospital, 2001-2006

Naples, FL

Managing all aspects of patient care with diverse illnesses and conditions from admission to discharge while maintaining a safe environment.

Utilize strong clinical assessment skills and extensive care effectively pre and post operatively.

Monitor and manage various treatment and care interventions including wounds, various tubes and drainage devices, catheters, ostomies, tube feeds, suctioning, venipuncture, blood draws, IV therapy, glucose monitoring.

Ensure patient comfort and pain control, administering medications via all routes as ordered.

Accurate documentation.

Transcribe doctor orders and following through.

12 hr. chart checks and handoff report.

Staff Nurse (ENT/Facial Plastics), Robert Klausner, M.D.F.A.C.S., 2000-2001

Bonita Springs, FL

Assisted physician with office-based procedures.

Pre-operative and post-operative patient education and expected outcome.

Schedule surgery and appointments.

Responsible for all aspects of post-operative patient care.

Order supplies.

Surgical set-up along with sterilization of instruments and equipment.

Staff Nurse (Medical-Surgical), Southwest Regional Medical Center, 2000-2001

Fort Myers, FL

Responsible for the monitoring and delivery of care to patients admitted to floor.

Responsible for all aspects of direct patient care.

Administer medications via all routes.

Wound care and dressing changes.

Computer patient charting.

Charge Nurse, Sunbridge Care and Rehab, 1998-2000

Oceanside, CA

Served as charge nurse, evaluated staffing needs and assignments to ensure adequate coverage and positive patient outcomes.

Responsible for all aspects of direct patient care in 144-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility.

EDUCATION

2004 Bonita Springs School of Massage and Skincare, Bonita Springs, FL

2000 Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technology, Naples, FL

1998 Marie College of Medical Careers, Vista, CA

1987 Reading Memorial High School, Reading, MA

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATES

Licensed Practical Nurse, State of Florida, License No. PN514804

BLS

Phlebotomy/I.V. therapy

Trained Esthetician including microdermabrasion, dermaplaning, peels and artificial lashes

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