Svetla Lazarova
Varna
Summary
Experienced nurse with strong patient care skills, with many years working ashore and on board ships.. Hardworking and energetic, flexible, quick learner who adapts easily to new situations and enjoys challenges. Works calmly and efficiently under stressful circumstances. Fairly confident, able to handle emergency situations. Self-motivated professional with a commitment to providing quality nursing care, staff supervision and department operations. Personality with a positive attitude, communicating effectively with patients from many different cultures, families and medical staff. A professional who is ready and able to provide the service that is required and exceeds the expected level.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Chief Nurse
Royal Caribbean Group
07.2003 - Current
- Provided medical nursing services to all Guests and Crew members who need it.
- In addition to the general medical Nurse responsibilities, as Chief Nurse provided clinical and administrative leadership to the shipboard Nurses.
- Assisted the Senior Management, Senior Doctor and Doctor in all shipboard health- related matters including outbreak prevention, and illness reporting as required by international, national and Company policies.
- Assisted the Senior Doctor in the management of the medical department and serve as leader who guides and oversees the nursing department and Medical secretary.
- Performed all responsibilities of a ship’s Nurse’s professional duties and lead by example in the provision of outstanding nursing care for guest and crew.
- Provided clinical leadership and direction to the members of the nursing team.
- Provided administrative coordination of the day-to-day functions and operation of the shipboard medical center, in collaboration with all members of the shipboard medical and nursing team.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Act as clinical resource, orient and train all members of the shipboard medical team in the use and maintenance of all critical medical equipment.
- Coordinated on call schedule and staffing schedule for the nursing staff.
- Close oversight of medication and supplies ordering to ensure that the medical center is appropriately stocked.
- Confident working with AMOS and Crunchtime programs
- Ensured that all budget guidelines and policies are followed.
- Orientation and guidance to all new nursing staff.
- Participated and supported the orientation of the new physicians.
- Worked with Electronic Medical Record (EMR)and provided training to the new medical stuff .
- Promoted crew wellness program, scheduled and coordinated of shoreside medical appointments and emergency medical disembarkations, ordered chronic crew medications.
- Provided administrative oversight of the process for renewing Pre-Employment Medical examination and Re- employment Medical Examination to ensure that all such physical exams are completed.
- Ensured that narcotics and controlled substances are secured, dispensed and accounted for in accordance with all applicable US federal statutes and company policy.
- Supervised and completed inventory of medical supplies, medications and consumables items.
- Worked collaboratively with Senior Doctor to ensure that all applicable mandatory disease to illness reporting is on a timely and complete basis, as required.
- Cooperated with the Senior doctor in the different aspects intelligent budget management and expenses for the medical center .
- Maintained documentation for U.S.P.H or any port authorities and reports as required.
- In collaboration with the Senior Physician, evaluated performance of other nursing staff and completed annual appraisal forms.
Anesthetist and Reanimation Nurse
City General/Obstetrician and Delivery Hospital
08.1998 - 01.2002
- Worked as a nurse anesthetist in an operating room and post-anesthesia/post-operative care unit, Intensive Care Unit.
- Served as a nurse anesthetist caring for patients before and during surgery. Participated in the preparation of anesthesia equipment and assisted physicians administering anesthesia and intubating patients.
- Skilled in cardiac monitoring, recognizing life-threatening arrhythmias.
- Administered drugs by oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and observed reactions.
- Skilled in starting and maintaining IV lines and IV therapy.
- Provided specialized nursing and medical care in a 10-bed unit for anesthetized patients following surgical procedures in the operating theater.
- Care of arterial lines, cardiac monitoring, BP monitoring and 12-lead ECG management, drawing blood for labs, interpreting and reporting abnormal values to physicians for medical management.
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate bedside manner, easing anxiety before procedures.
- Provided critical support during emergency situations, assisting with airway management and resuscitation efforts when needed.
- Contributed to increased efficiency in the operating room by effectively communicating with colleagues regarding patient needs and procedural details.
Registered Nurse Midwife
City General/Obstetrician and Delivery Hospital
09.1994 - 08.1998
- Provided labor and delivery observation.
- Provided intensive care for new born babies.
- Participated in over 300 successful births.
- Worked with premature infants.
- Administered medications as prescribed to ensure the well-being of mothers and newborns during labor, delivery, and postpartum stages.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of midwifery care.
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
- Performed neonatal assessments by checking baby's vital signs and performing physical exams to determine overall health at birth.
- Administered pain medication during deliveries to keep mothers comfortable and safe during delivery.
- Watched vital signs, checked for comfort levels and monitored emotional states of mothers before, during, and after labor.
Education
Master Degree - Entry Level - Health Care Management And Pedagogics
Medical University
Varna, Bulgaria07.2024
Bachelor Degree - Health Care Management And Pedagogics
Medical University
Varna, Bulgaria 02.2024
Bachelor Degree - Registered Nurse -Midwife
College of Medicine Dr.N.Nikolaev
Varna, Bulgaria 07.1994
Skills
- Nursing Expertise
- Emergency Preparedness
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Assessment
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Clear Patient Communication
- Wound Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Certified in CPR/AED
- First Aid
- Intake and discharge
- Cardiac monitors
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Procedure Assistance
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Instrument Sterilization
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Clinical Leadership
- Quality Improvement
- Ethical Practice
- Policy compliance
- Continuing education
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Team building
- Safety Protocols
- Self Motivation
- Goal Setting
- Training staff
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Nursing Performance Assessment
Certification
- Certified Advanced Cardiac Life Support , American Heart Association
- Certified Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
Member of the Bulgarian Association of Health Professionals in Nursing
Since Year 2006
Timeline
Senior Chief Nurse
Royal Caribbean Group
07.2003 - Current
Anesthetist and Reanimation Nurse
City General/Obstetrician and Delivery Hospital
08.1998 - 01.2002
Registered Nurse Midwife
City General/Obstetrician and Delivery Hospital
09.1994 - 08.1998
Master Degree - Entry Level - Health Care Management And Pedagogics
Medical University
Bachelor Degree - Health Care Management And Pedagogics
Medical University
Bachelor Degree - Registered Nurse -Midwife
College of Medicine Dr.N.Nikolaev
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