Amy Hartness
Sumner,IA
Summary
I am a Operating RN nurse who is continuing to grow and learn. I have been both a circulator and a scrub. I am very compassionate and caring towards my patients, their families, and the team in which I work with. I will always be my patients biggest advocate. I have a strong work ethic. I have strong communication skills. I have the ability to accept feedback, and will admit when I am wrong. I will always set high expectations of myself and will try my hardest to reach those expectations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room RN
Sumner Community Memorial Hospital
Sumner, IA
10.2022 - Current
- Managed inventory levels of operating room supplies ensuring adequate stock is maintained at all times.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families and other healthcare personnel.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences throughout the surgical process to ensure patient-centered care.
- Ensured all surgical instruments and equipment were properly sterilized and organized for accessibility.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Performed sterile techniques including scrubbing, gowning, gloving, draping and positioning of patients for surgical procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff members by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
Operating Room RN
The Surgery Center
Waterloo, Iowa
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Identified potential problems, complications that may arise during a procedure, operation and took corrective action when needed.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Observed body language, movement, and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
- Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences throughout the surgical process to ensure patient-centered care.
- Followed infection control guidelines while providing quality nursing care in accordance with professional standards.
Education
Associate of Science -
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA12-2020
Cosmetology -
Northeast Iowa Community College
Calmar, IA01-1996
Skills
- Driven
- Outgoing
- Loyal
- Trustworthy
- Team player
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Sensitive to my patients needs
- Reliable
- Timely
- Patients biggest advocate
- Quick learner
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification - American Heart Association.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operating Room RN
Sumner Community Memorial Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Operating Room RN
The Surgery Center
07.2021 - 09.2022
Associate of Science -
Hawkeye Community College
Cosmetology -
Northeast Iowa Community College