Jun 22, 2026

Donna Denise Ray

  • Registered Nurse
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
Full time General Nursing Emergency Services Operating Room Orthopedic Surgery

Personal Summary

I am a Registered Nurse with over 8 years of experience in diverse clinical settings, including Med/Surg, Emergency, Telemetry, Orthopedic, and Peri-operative care. I excel in triage, patient assessment, medication administration, and care planning, managing high patient volumes with a calm and patient-centered approach. My background in medical aesthetics and business management enhances my communication skills and ability to build trust with patients and colleagues. I am committed to delivering safe, efficient, and compassionate care, and I am eager to contribute my skills to your team.

Skills

  • Triage and patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Care planning and patient education
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Infection-control practices
  • Business management and patient consultation

Licenses and certifications

  • Registered Nurse
  • Esthetician
  • Professional Aromatherapy I/II
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, TNCC, ESI Triage, Midline/EDP Insertion

Awards and achievements

  • Memberships: NSNA, ANA, SCNA, ENA, AORN

Work Experience

Peri-operative RN
Jan 2025 - Jun 2026 H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery

Provide peri-operative nursing care across pre-op, intraoperative circulation, and post-op recovery for 10-20+ surgical cases daily. Collaborate with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams while maintaining infection-control, medication, and safety protocols.

Peri-operative RN
Jan 2024 - Jan 2025 Carolina Coastal Plastic Surgery

Delivered peri-operative care for cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, including screenings, documentation, OR preparation, and recovery monitoring. Educated patients and families on procedures, recovery expectations, and post-operative care to support safe outcomes.

ED Nurse
Jan 2022 - Jan 2024 South Strand/Grand Strand Medical Center

Managed triage, assessment, and treatment for 30-50+ patients per shift in high-acuity emergency settings. Prioritized urgent and life-threatening conditions while coordinating timely care with interdisciplinary teams.

Staff Nurse
Jan 2017 - Jan 2022 Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital

Provided Med/Surg nursing care for 5-7 patients per shift, including assessment, medication administration, education, and care planning. Documented patient progress, coordinated labs, and supported treatment plans for diverse medical-surgical diagnoses.

Medical Esthetician
Jan 2015 - Dec 2015 Back To 30 Rejuvenation Centers

Performed 20+ weekly medical-aesthetic treatments and consultations using advanced skincare technologies and medical-grade products. Educ

Business Manager
Jan 2006 - Jan 2007 Estee Lauder, Belk

Managed retail operations, inventory control, merchandising, and daily sales tracking for Estee Lauder counters. Recruited, trained, and coached beauty advisors while driving customer loyalty and exceeding retail sales goals.

Business Manager
Jan 2005 - Dec 2005 Estee Lauder, Dillard's

Managed retail operations, inventory control, merchandising, and daily sales tracking for Estee Lauder counters. Recruited, trained, and coached beauty advisors while driving customer

Realtor
Jan 1999 - Jan 2002 Coldwell Banker Chicora Real Estate

Sold residential real estate across Horry and Georgetown counties through market research, client outreach, and targeted marketing strategies. Prepared contracts and transaction documents while supporting commercial division leadership with client and administrative needs.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing
Jan 2015 - Jan 2018 Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Associate Degree in Science
Jan 2012 - Jan 2014 Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Certificate in Business, Esthetics Major
Jan 2007 - Jan 2008 Greenville Technical College