AVERIE PASSARO
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Registered Nurse with 5+ years of experience in trauma and outpatient surgical settings. Brings strong clinical judgment, a focus on patient education, and the ability to build trusting relationships with patients. Committed to patient safety, advocacy, and evidence-based care that supports long-term health and well-being.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (Pre-Op/PACU)
Hollywood Regional Surgical Center
Hollywood, FL
04.2025 - Current
- Conduct focused preoperative assessments and deliver Phase I and II PACU care, ensuring optimal recovery for same-day surgical patients.
- Manage airway, hemodynamic stability, and pain control to enhance patient comfort and safety during recovery.
- Collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure safe, efficient patient flow.
- Serve as Infection Control Liaison, enforcing compliance with prevention protocols to minimize infection risks.
Registered Nurse (Pre-Op/PACU)
Cypress Creek Outpatient Surgical Center
Fort Lauderdale, FL
11.2023 - 04.2025
- Delivered pre- and post-operative nursing care, ensuring patient safety and comfort across multiple surgical specialties.
- Initiated IV therapy, administered medications, monitored anesthesia recovery, facilitating effective patient recovery.
- Educated patients on post-operative instructions, coordinating safe discharge planning to enhance patient understanding and compliance.
Registered Nurse - Trauma Step-Down
Cooper University Hospital
Camden, NJ
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Monitored and cared for 1-3 high-acuity post-trauma patients requiring continuous monitoring and IV titration.
- Identified and addressed life-threatening complications, facilitating timely and effective interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate complex care.
Registered Nurse - Trauma Medical-Surgical
Cooper University Hospital
Camden, NJ
11.2020 - 01.2023
- Served as Charge Nurse and preceptor to new RNs, enhancing their skills and confidence in the Trauma Med-Surg unit.
- Provided care for post-trauma and post-surgical patients from the ED, ICU, and postoperative units.
- Instructed patients and families on medical conditions, treatment plans, and medication usage to promote understanding and adherence.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - FACT I
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition & Dietetics; Psychology
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA05-2019
Certification
• Registered Nurse Multi-State, Active
• ACLS, American Heart Association
• BLS, American Heart Association
• PALS, American Heart Association
• AORN Infection Control
• BOTOX/ Dermal Filler Certified by Aesthetic Medical Educators Training, Inc.
• ACLS, American Heart Association
• BLS, American Heart Association
• PALS, American Heart Association
• AORN Infection Control
• BOTOX/ Dermal Filler Certified by Aesthetic Medical Educators Training, Inc.
Timeline
Registered Nurse (Pre-Op/PACU)
Hollywood Regional Surgical Center
04.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse (Pre-Op/PACU)
Cypress Creek Outpatient Surgical Center
11.2023 - 04.2025
Registered Nurse - Trauma Step-Down
Cooper University Hospital
01.2023 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse - Trauma Medical-Surgical
Cooper University Hospital
11.2020 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - FACT I
Thomas Jefferson University
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition & Dietetics; Psychology
West Chester University of Pennsylvania