David O'Keefe

Experience

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  McKenzie Willamette Medical Center

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2010

  Emergency Department RN

  Provided compassionate and efficient care to low and high acuity patients in busy, 17 bed, level III trauma center. Participated as multi-disciplinary team member to provide professional patient care and complete/fulfill all physician orders, delivery of medications, medical treatments, lab tests and other patient needs. Performed specialized, lifesaving treatments such as CPR, advanced cardiac life support and neonatal resuscitations. Assisted in the care of multiple traumas, cardiac arrests, stroke codes, sexual assaults and conscious sedations. Documented diagnosis and progress on medical records, maintain high levels of readability and accuracy. Managed logistics of mobile medical equipment such as diagnostic devices, X-ray equipment, EKG’s, Scans, IV machines and monitors. Collaborated with doctors and emergency staff in the assessment, planning and implementation of patient treatment. Show less

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  Bend Memorial Clinic

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2014

  Urgent Care RN/Department Manager

  Oversaw all aspects of opening satellite Urgent Care Clinic at Mt. Bachelor Ski Area and managed four urgent care clinics including implementation of the new EMR (TSystem) within all urgent care clinics. Supervised, trained, and mentored Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Medics, and Techs. Coordinated and evaluated nursing care and adapted staffing levels and assignments. Improved patient satisfaction scores through staff development and care team improvements. Provided comprehensive care to patients with serious injuries, recent surgeries, or diagnosed diseases. Planned, implemented and evaluated patient care requirements with full accountability for patients. Provided treatment for complex healthcare conditions such as physical therapy, tube feedings, colostomy care, Foley placement and care, wound care, and tracheotomy care. Administered IV’s, pharmaceuticals and immunizations. Engaged in life support treatments and resuscitation, assisting emergency personnel in escalated cases. Show less

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  Sisters School District

  Jan 2016 - Jan 2018

  School Nurse

  Created conditions for students to have the fullest possible educational opportunity by minimizing absences due to illness and create a climate of health and well-being. Provided monitoring and evaluations of student's health and collaborated with health care providers to obtain the appropriate treatment plans. Monitored student compliance with state immunization regulations and local policies, and implemented policy on exclusion and readmission of students related to compliance with such regulations, and related to infectious/contagious disease control. Collaborated with community health care providers to implement appropriate treatment plans. Show less

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  Redmond School District

  Aug 2018 - Sept 2019

  School Nurse

  Completed screenings and evaluated medical findings related to health development patterns. Performed health screenings and assessments for elementary students. Conducted physical examination, acquired student's health/developmental history, and determined the appropriate course of action for the child's presenting need. Administered medications and assisted with management of special health care needs, including asthma, diabetes, and allergies. Initiated parental contact and referral to additional school personnel as appropriate. Liaised as the CPR, AED and First Aid instructor for school district staff. Show less

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  Bend Surgery Center LLC

  Sept 2019 - now

  Perioperative Nurse

  • Circulate and Scrub wide variety of cases in very busy 4 OR Ambulatory Surgery Center • Ensure patient comfort and safety before, during and after the surgical procedure • Assist surgeon during surgical procedure • Set up and maintaining sterile field • Thorough, accurate and timely documentation in EMR

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  Samaritan Pacific Community Hospital

  Mar 2022 - Jun 2022

  Operating Room Travel RN

  • Circulate and Scrub wide variety of cases in busy 4 OR Critical Access Hospital • Ensure patient comfort and safety before, during and after the surgical procedure • Assist surgeon during surgical procedure • Set up and maintaining sterile field • Thorough, accurate and timely documentation in EMR, (EPIC)