Alfonso Sarzuelo MSN RN CNL

Provide and coordinate immediate care needs to patients recovering from anesthesia in an Outpatient surgery setting.

Demonstrated strong leadership skills by guiding junior nurses in proper protocol implementation.

• Maintained current knowledge of standards of practice applicable to the PACU setting.
• Collaborated with other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Instructed family members on post-operative instructions prior to discharge from PACU.
• Performed airway management techniques such as endotracheal intubation, oxygen therapy, suctioning, extubation and tracheostomy care.
• Evaluated patient responses to anesthetics and monitored respiratory rate, blood pressure and pulse oximetry readings during surgeries.

On site support when Modesto Medical Center/Kaiser became operational

Delivered extensive care for critically ill patients following open heart surgery.

Managed recovery process for patients returning from Heart Cath Lab.

Provided continuous monitoring and support to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.

Function as a nurse aide while learning the art and science of critical care nursing.

• Assisted nurses with various treatments and medications according to established policies and protocols.
• Transported patients to different areas in the hospital or clinic as needed.
• Provided companionship to elderly and disabled patients.