Clinical Coordinator
Boston Children's Hospital
Andrea Dyer, MSN, RN, CNOR, is a dedicated and accomplished nursing professional with a robust commitment to enhancing safety and quality in healthcare. With a Master’s degree in nursing, Andrea serves as a leader and advocate for patient safety and holds extensive experience in developing and implementing education tools and policies for the nursing field. Her role as the Clinical Coordinator of Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery, and Dental Surgery highlights her expertise in managing complex surgical environments, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and fostering a cohesive team atmosphere.
Andrea’s professional journey includes pivotal roles such as Operating Room Training Manager at Boston Children’s Hospital, system clinical nurse educator, and perioperative clinical nurse educator, as well as being an operating room travel nurse across esteemed medical institutions. Her dedication to improving healthcare practices is evident in her advocacy against workplace bullying and her efforts in creating smoke-free surgical environments, which significantly contribute to reduced incidents and improved safety adherence.
Her leadership extends beyond daily operations into active participation in numerous nursing associations, where she holds various leadership roles, including president, board member, and committee chair. Andrea’s involvement with the National Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses and the American Nurses Association underscores her influence and dedication to advancing nursing practices.
Additionally, she is a passionate educator and contributing author, having published and presented on vital topics such as surgical smoke safety, workplace culture, and nurse empowerment. Andrea continues to inspire through her commitment to professional development and patient care, making her an invaluable asset to the healthcare community.