Dynamic Operating Room RN with extensive experience at St. Louis University Hospital, excelling in advanced surgical skills and infection control practices. Proven ability to enhance patient safety through critical thinking and teamwork, while effectively managing complex surgical cases. Committed to continuous education and maintaining high standards of professionalism in fast-paced environments.
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in surgical patient care seeking role where precision and teamwork are valued. Adept at facilitating smooth surgical operations and ensuring patient safety. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments, consistently supporting team goals with excellent clinical skills and collaborative spirit.
Cases Handled
Scrub/Circulate
• Abdominal Transplant ( Liver, Kidney, Pancreas Transplant)
• Vascular Cases ( Endovascular Cases, Endarectomy, Bypass)
• Neurosurgery Cases ( Craniotomy/ Craniectomy, Excision of tumor, VP Shunts)
• Thoracic Surgery ( Thoracotomy, Wedge Resection, Open Hill, Esophagectomy)
• Spine Case ( ACDF, Spinal Fusion)
• General Surgery Cases ( Exlap, Appenddectomy, Cholecystectomy, Whipple Cases)
• Plastics Surgery ( Breast Flap)
• EENT Surgery ( Thyroidectomy, Paratidectomy, Flap Cases)
• Urology ( Cystoscopy, Stent Placement)
Assess patient’s condition before surgery.
● Conducts pre and post - operative education.
● Ensure that the operating room is prepared with all necessary supplies, implants, instrumentation and equipment.
● Keep the operating room sterilized.
● Prepares and administers( subcutaneously, intramuscular, intravenous) and records prescribed medication. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with policy regarding the administration of medications by licensed registered nurse.
● Pass medical instruments to the surgeons during operation.
● Monitor patient’s vital signs.
● Preps operating room for patient/ procedure.
● Evaluate post-operative patients.
● Review charts for completeness, in accordance with documentation protocols prior to and after the surgical procedure.
Cases Handled:
Scrub/Circulate
• Exploratory Laparotomy
• VP Shunting
• Tonsillectomy
• Appendectomy
• Cesarean Section
• Craniotomy
• Open Reduction Internal Fixation
• Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
• Hemorrhoidectomy
• Total Abdominal Hysterectomy Bilateral Salphingoophorectomy
Responsibilities:
● Assess patient’s condition before surgery.
● Conducts pre and post - operative education.
● Ensure that the operating room is prepared with all necessary supplies, implants, instrumentation and equipment.
● Keep the operating room sterilized.
● Prepares and administers( subcutaneously, intramuscular, intravenous) and records prescribed medication. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with policy regarding the administration of medications by licensed registered nurse.echanical ventilator.
Cases Handled:
Scrub/Circulate
• Open Cholecystectomy
• Kidney Transplant
• Laparoscopic Appendectomy
• Video - assisted thoracic surgery
• Cysto - TURP
• Hysteroscopic Resection of Polyp
• Modified Radical Mastectomy
• Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
• Clipping of aneurysm
• Abdomino - perineal repair
Cases Handled
Scrub/Circulate
• Cesarean Section
•Appendectomy
• ORIF
• Cholecystectomy
• Craniotomy ( Clipping of aneurysm)
• Thyroidectomy
• Laryngectomy
• TAHBSO
Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)