Angela Ehrenfeld
LELAND,NC
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1995
1995
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Wilmington Health Associates
Wilmington, NC
03.2025 - Current
- Prepared operating room by sterilizing instruments and ensuring equipment availability.
- Assisted surgeons during procedures by providing necessary tools and monitoring patient status.
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
- Maintained inventory of surgical supplies, ensuring timely replenishment as needed.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records during procedures.
- Communicated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate optimal patient care before surgery.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative procedures including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Managed instrumentation during surgical cases, ensuring proper functioning of equipment at all times.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's medical record throughout the perioperative process.
- Ensured appropriate positioning of patients on operating table prior to surgery.
- Observed body language, movement, and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
Operating Room RN
Novant Health, Inc
Wilmington, NC
06.2021 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient care and safety.
- Maintained sterile environments and followed infection control protocols diligently.
- Assisted in positioning patients for various surgical procedures effectively.
- Educated patients and families about post-operative care instructions clearly.
- Documented patient information accurately in medical records and charts.
- Participated in training new nursing staff on operating room protocols consistently.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families and other healthcare personnel.
- Provided direct care to patients before, during and after surgical procedures in accordance with established policies, protocols and standards of practice.
- Assessed patients preoperatively to determine the patient's condition and prepared them for surgery.
- Recognized abnormal lab results or changes in vital signs alerting physicians immediately of any potential complications or risks associated with surgery or anesthesia administration.
- Recorded accurate information regarding patient history, medication administration, vital signs and other pertinent data into the electronic health record system.
- Provided support and comforted family members before, during and after operations or other medical treatments.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams such as surgeons, anesthesiologists, physician assistants, promoting positive outcomes for each patient encounter.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available prior to beginning a procedure or operation.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff members by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
- Instructed surgical technicians on proper set up of operating rooms prior to each procedure and operation.
- Performed sterile techniques including scrubbing, gowning, gloving, draping and positioning of patients for surgical procedures.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians according to hospital policies.
- Identified potential problems, complications that may arise during a procedure, operation and took corrective action when needed.
- Followed infection control guidelines while providing quality nursing care in accordance with professional standards.
- Provided education about conditions requiring surgery as well as pre-and post-operative instructions to both patients and families.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills when making decisions related to patient care within the operating room setting.
- 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.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Educated patients and families on medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens, and pain management.
- Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
- Supervised processes and verified patient information to support patient care.
Surgical Services Registered Nurse
Western Missouri medical center
Warrensburg, Missouri
05.2012 - 06.2021
- Supported surgical teams with instrument preparation and organization.
- Assisted in pre-operative assessments for surgical patients.
- Monitored vital signs during and after surgical procedures.
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapies as needed.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Trained new nursing staff on surgical protocols and safety procedures.
- Administered medication according to physician orders and documented all treatments accurately.
- Provided emotional support to patients before, during and after their surgical procedures.
- Ensured that all equipment used during surgery was properly sterilized and maintained in a safe condition.
- Reviewed relevant literature related to surgical services regularly in order maintain current knowledge base.
- Managed post-surgical pain control measures such as administration of opioids or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Monitored patients' response to anesthesia throughout the surgery process and took appropriate action when necessary.
- Assisted surgeons with various procedures, including positioning of the patient for optimal access during the procedure.
- Participated in departmental meetings on a regular basis in order to stay up-to-date on new policies or protocols.
- Assisted in patient pre-operative assessment, including obtaining vital signs and administering medications.
- Reported any adverse events or unexpected outcomes from procedures immediately upon occurrence.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians following established policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of each patient's medical history, progress notes, lab results, nursing assessments.
- Prepared operating rooms for upcoming surgeries by ensuring that appropriate supplies were available and ready for use.
- Provided post-operative care to surgical patients, monitoring vital signs and managing pain levels.
- Accessed patient medical history, current medications, and pre-procedure instructions to confirm adherence and respond to questions.
- Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
- Performed venipuncture to collect blood and submitted to lab for pre-operative testing.
- Analyzed patient chart data and identification to verify accurate information.
- Recorded patient outcomes, new post-operative prescriptions and other information in patient charts.
- Informed patients, family members, and caregivers of physician instructions for post-operative at-home care.
- Reported issues or unusual occurrences to charge personnel to act as patient advocate.
- Minimized infections using ChloraPrep, Mueller, and Snowden-Pencer laparoscopic instruments and infection prevention products.
- Trained personnel on proper HCM technique.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Bothwell Regional Health Center
Sedalia, Missouri
05.2010 - 05.2012
- Monitored patient vital signs in post-anesthesia care unit.
- Administered medications and managed pain relief protocols effectively.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure seamless patient transitions.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care instructions.
- Assisted in recovery room procedures and emergency interventions.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during recovery phases.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Supported physicians completing patient examinations and procedures.
- Evaluated assigned patients to effectively plan, implement, and document skilled nursing care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO 01.2005 - 12.2008
Greer High School
Greer, SCSkills
- Electronic health records
- Aseptic technique
- Infection control
- Patient positioning
- Surgical instrumentation
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Vital sign monitoring
- Communication skills
- Emotional support
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Patient safety
- Preoperative care
- Blood transfusion
- Postoperative care
- Care standards development
- Complex medical terminology
- HIPAA compliance
- EMR software
- Patient advocacy
- Critical care
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- BLS
- Acls
- Pals
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Wilmington Health Associates
03.2025 - Current
Operating Room RN
Novant Health, Inc
06.2021 - 05.2025
Surgical Services Registered Nurse
Western Missouri medical center
05.2012 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse, PACU
Bothwell Regional Health Center
05.2010 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Missouri
01.2005 - 12.2008
Greer High School