Compassionate nursing professional with extensive experience in surgical care and patient monitoring. Proven ability to manage operating room environments efficiently, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through strong problem-solving and time management skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Hospital Foundation
Ontario, California
06.2025 - Current
Delivered direct patient care in operating room, ensuring sterile and safe environment.
Assisted surgeons during procedures by passing instruments and supplies efficiently.
Monitored vital signs before, during, and after surgery to maintain patient stability.
Prepared operating rooms by setting up equipment and sterilizing instruments thoroughly.
Maintained accurate documentation of procedures, medications, and patient responses.
Responded promptly to emergencies in operating room, providing immediate assistance as required.
Managed inventory of surgical supplies and ensured availability for each procedure.
Educated patients on pre-operative and post-operative care to enhance recovery outcomes.
OPERATING ROOM NURSE
HARBOR UCLA MEDICAL CENTER
TORRENCE, CA
11.2021 - Current
Collaborated with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality surgical care to patients.
Communicate clearly with patients before operations to prepare them for surgery, including addressing any worries or concerns.
Update physicians and other nurses on patient status and keep accurate records in order to best advocate for patient needs.
Assisted in surgical procedures and provided instrumentation as needed.
Set up operating room based on scheduled operation, ensuring necessary instruments and sponges are readily available.
Maintained a clean and safe environment and ensured equipment was properly functioning.
Maintain sterile field in the operating room in order to ensure patient safety.
Prepare surgical equipment for physician and pass on as needed.
Demonstrate clear knowledge of medical tools by preparing proper instruments in a timely manner.
Monitor patient vitals during surgery.
Provide patients with pre- and post-operative care.
Documented patient care accurately and communicated with healthcare professionals as needed.
BEDSIDE NURSE/ RELIEF CHARGE NURSE
CENTINELA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER
INGLEWOOD, CA
10.2021 - 10.2022
Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice.
Directs and guides patient/ family teaching and activities other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care within the Medical/Surgical Unit.
Communicates and collaborate with physicians about changes in patient’s clinical condition including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostics studies and symptomatology.
Responsible and accountable for the quality of staff and functions during their shifts.
Assist the Department Director in the daily operations of the unit, directing, supervising and evaluating personnel, ensuring proper use of time equipment and resources.
Ensures the efficient functions of the department.
Performs direct patient care within the scope of practice.
Continually assesses patient care and direct staff to make necessary changes in plan of care.
Effectively communicates with physician and staffs to ensure positive patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Angeles University Foundation
Angeles City, Philippines
04.2012
Skills
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem solving
Handling pressure
Patient advocacy
Case management
Surgical care
Patient monitoring
Instrumentation assistance
Medical documentation
Sterile techniques
Clinical assessment
Patient education
Quality assurance
Healthcare collaboration
Time management
Crisis management
Effective communication
Team leadership
Conflict resolution
Patient management
EMR systems
Sterilization techniques mastery
Family education
Certification
Registered Nurse, 95258298, California Board of Nursing
Basic Life Support (BLS), 215415724196, American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), 215406493096, American Heart Association
Pediatric Advanced Life Support, 235422929386, American Heart Association
References
Vanessa Perez, Charge Nurse, Centinela Hospital Medical Center, Vperez05@yahoo.com, 310-872-8435
Timothy Bailey, Nurse Educator/Trainer, Centinela Hospital Medical Center, timothybaileymsn@gmail.com, 856-341-5467
Brenda Pestano, Ophthalmology Surgery Primary RN, Harbor UCLA Medical Center, bpestano@dhs.lacounty.gov, 310-987-1551
Jennifer Chuck, ENT Surgery Primary RN, Harbor UCLA Medical Center, jchuck@dhs.lacounty.gov, 714-856-9694
Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources at Corona-Norco Unified School DistrictAssistant Superintendent, Human Resources at Corona-Norco Unified School District