Angie Bradley
Summary
Seasoned Operating Room Registered Nurse with solid experience in a fast-paced surgical environment. Skilled in patient preparation, surgical assistance, and post-operative care, showcasing strong clinical judgment and critical thinking abilities. Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with patients and medical professionals while maintaining high standards of care. Proven history of improving efficiency and enhancing patient satisfaction in previous roles.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Duke Regional Hospital
Durham, North Carolina
08.2009 - 10.2025
- Worked as night Charge nurse
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
- Assisted surgeons with various surgical techniques and equipment.
- Collaborated with operating room teams to ensure smooth workflow.
- Prepared and maintained sterile environments for all surgical procedures.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety measures.
- 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.
- Assisted with preparation of supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures as necessary.
- Observed body language, movement, and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with family members or other health team members.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures when indicated in the event of complications or unexpected outcomes.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Virginia University
08.1988
Skills
- Aseptic technique
- Infection control
- Team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Relationship building
- Supply preparation
- Operating room safety
- Patient safety
- Preoperative checklists
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Decision-making
- Patient positioning
- Maintaining sterility
- Strong clinical judgment
- Effective communication
- Delegation and motivation
- Teamwork
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Duke Regional Hospital
08.2009 - 10.2025
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Virginia University