CATHERINE A QUINN, RN

Phone: 813-899-9631Alt Phone: 813-610-8735

Quinn_C@verizon.net

Objective

I would like to join a healthcare team where my knowledge and skills will make a positive contribution to client health and well-being while reaching and maintaining optimal healthcare standards and organizational goals.

Summary of Qualifications

I have been a RN for seventeen years with specialization in Surgical Services including Pre-Op, Post-Op, and Intra Procedure in both the hospital and outpatient facility settings. I also have experience as an Office RN in a Urological Surgeon’s office and with Interventional Pain Management. My years of working in healthcare prior to becoming a nurse allowed me to develop many administrative and clerical skills that have proven to be beneficial when combined with nursing.

Professional Experience

Registered Nurse (RN) – Urology (full time)04/2014 - 06/2015 Florida Hospital Zephyrhills - Physician Group Zephyrhills, FLAssessed patient, reason for visit and obtained medication list; documented findings in Citrix EHR entering baseline or verified existing data as needed to maintain accuracy.Prepared patient for and assisted with examination as neededEquipment setup/assisted with Cystoscopy; post procedure equipment processing with AldaholPerformed treatments and tests as ordered by Clinician; such as:

Urethral catheterization/Self catheterization teachingBladder scan/Uroflow, BCG Bladder InstillationSuprapubic catheter exchange, Urinalysis, staple/suture removalMedication administration, i.e. Testosterone/Lupron Injections

Telephonic Triage; Appointment SchedulingBenefit verification, obtained Prior Authorization, and filed Appeals as neededQuality Control Measures Duties Daily/Weekly/MonthlyMaintained appropriate inventory of medications and suppliesPrepared for upcoming patients utilizing available resources i.e.: interconnected computer systems (Cerner), request records from patient, referring Provider/facility etc.Assisted in other offices as needed and schedule allowed: Family Practice, Pulmonology, Diabetes/Endocrinology, Infectious Disease, and Neurology

Registered Nurse (RN) - Interventional Pain Medicine (full time)

Catherine Quinn, RN

Professional Experience – continued

01/2013 - 04/2014 Florida Hospital Zephyrhills - Physician Group Zephyrhills, FLI was the only clinical staff in the office. Procedures were done twice weekly at the hospital. Responsible for providing Conscious sedation during procedures per Physician orders and monitored patient during procedures.Followed established facility and regulatory body guidelines/protocols to maintain a safe care environmentAssessed patient pre-procedure, documented findings, reported any changes to Physician. Assisted with procedures in office.Reviewed upcoming procedure schedule, ensured charts had all necessary components prior to date of procedure. Efforts were made to obtain any lacking components to avoid reschedules/cancellations. Performed Urine Drug Screening and Controlled Substance prescription tracking as ordered Maintained medical supply and medication inventoryMatched reports/transcription/correspondence with chart - ensuring confidentiality maintained - for clinician review. Follow up on chart until final disposition.Prepared patient, paperwork, and supplies for in office procedures, ensured proper safety protocol followedGreeted visitors/callers to office Scheduled office and surgery appointments Performed Benefit verification, obtain Prior Authorization, filed Appeals as neededPerformed Quality Control Measures/Duties as scheduled - Daily/Weekly/MonthlyAssisted other offices or departments as needed and office schedule permitted.

Staff Nurse - Pre-op/Post-Op (full time)5/2008 - 8/2012 Tampa Ambulatory Surgery Center

Tampa, FLProvided Pre-Op, Phase I and Phase II Post-Operative care for patients across life span, following established safety protocol and utilizing interdisciplinary and collaborative careEducated patients and their caregivers in preparation for discharge to maximize recovery Advocated for patient in the pre and post operative phases of surgical carePreceptor new staff nurses in areas of patient care, policies, and procedures with demonstrated leadership skills. Assisted in Pre-Admission service area as neededRecognized, communicated, implemented needed revisions/adherence to policies, procedures, and order setsImplemented cost saving measures in post-operative area Created, inventoried, and maintained emergency airway kits for remote areas of facilityServed as Chairperson of Employee Advisory Group; resource person for IV/Port accessValidated practice standard utilizing internet for research and shared results with colleagues

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Catherine Quinn, RN

Professional Experience – continued

Staff Nurse - Short Stay Services (full time)8/2003 - 3/2008 University Community Health

Tampa, FLProvided patient advocacy and education to patients of all agesPrepared patients for surgery following established safety protocolRecovered post surgical patients in Phase IIPerformed specialized lab tests and assisted physicians with invasive procedures Provided conscious sedation while monitoring patients, assisted Anesthesia with Blocks, Central linesUtilized computer for order entry and result retrievalOriented new staff; assumed charge position during evening shift, managed patient flow by collaborating with other units/disciplines and coordinating work of RN’s and support staff

RN - Endoscopy Suite (full time)11/2002 - 8/2003 St. Joseph's Same Day Surgery Center

Tampa, FLProvided appropriate nursing care to Endoscopy patients during admission, intra and post procedureAssisted in surgical pre-op, post-op, and pre-admission phone screening areas

RN - Pain Management (full time)2/2002 - 10/2002 Surgical Center of Central Florida

Sebring, FL Coordinated and provided patient care for multi-physician pain management program.Assisted with procedures, administered conscious sedationCompleted and maintained accurate documentation of patient visits and prescriptions issuedPerformed chart reviews, and patient educationCoordinated follow-up appointments and care by other physicians and specialty services

Multiple positions held:7/1986 - 2/2002 University Community Hospital

Tampa, FL

Registered Nurse - Med Surg. /Endoscopy (full time)1999-2002

Utilized the nursing process in planning, executing, and evaluating the nursing care givenProvided age appropriate nursing care to patients across the life span

Administrative Asst for Director of Surgical Services/Unit Secretary (PT) 1997-1999Secretarial assistance to all management within Surgical ServicesProvided organization, payroll completion, data entry and word processing Oriented new secretarial staff

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Catherine Quinn, RN

Professional Experience – continued

Requisitioned supplies, and provided time off coverage for other secretarial staff

Surgery Scheduling Coordinator (full time)1994-1997

Assisted in selection, implementation, and troubleshooting of new surgery scheduling programTrained new users of surgery scheduling programAccurate, efficient computerized surgery scheduling of nineteen operating rooms in four divisionsManaged block time - utilization, release, Maintained effective working relationship with physician office staff, Surgical, Anesthesia, and related departmentsProper utilization of nineteen operating rooms, equipment, and specialized staff Provided statistical and utilization reports for all surgical departmentsProcessed payroll in accurate timely manner

Unit Secretary/Surgery Scheduler - The Women's Center OR (full time) 1991-1994

Unit Secretary Post Anesthesia Care Unit (full time)1990-1991

Radiology Office Coordinator (full time)1986-1990

License/Certifications/EducationIssued/Renewed

Registered Nurse License 06/2016Department of Health – Division of Medical Quality Assurance, State of Florida

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate (ACLS) 06/2015

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Certificate (BLS) 10/2016

National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certificate (NIHSS) 10/2012

Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certificate (PALS) 06/2012

Critical Care Transition Course – Certificate of Completion 11/2003

University Community Health, Tampa, FL

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Catherine Quinn, RN

Professional Experience – continued

Associate of Science Degree Nursing 06/1999Hillsborough Community College, Tampa, FL

Brandon Adult High School – Diploma 06/1981Brandon, FL

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