Allissa Harms
Goodyear,AZ
Summary
Conscientious Operating Room Staff Nurse offering 12 years of experience in healthcare. Known for excellent bedside manner and efficient communication with colleagues. Knowledgeable in standard medical diagnoses and OR equipment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
RN-Operating Room
Medical Solutions
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Operating Room RN
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
10.2011 - 06.2022
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Dakota Wesleyan University
Mitchell, SD05.2006
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Southeast Technical Institute
Sioux Falls, SD05.2005
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Advocacy
- Professionalism
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management
- Surgical Assistance
- Sterile Technique
- Medication Administration
- Adaptability
- Preoperative Preparation
- Infection Control
- Team Collaboration
- Equipment Operation
Timeline
RN-Operating Room
Medical Solutions
08.2021 - 12.2023
Operating Room RN
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
10.2011 - 06.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Dakota Wesleyan University
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Southeast Technical Institute