Brittany Smosyuk
Midlothian,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse with over a decade of experience specializing in surgical care. Proven ability to manage fast-paced operating room environments, ensuring patient safety and comfort through effective communication and collaboration with surgical teams. Strong focus on patient-centered care and quality outcomes throughout the surgical process.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
HCA Healthcare Boulders Ambulatory Surgery Center
Richmond, VA
08.2021 - Current
- This facility emphasizes orthopedic and sports medicine outpatient surgeries
- Manage sterile fields to prevent contamination throughout surgical operations.
- Assist in the preparation of the operating room and patient for surgical procedures.
- Position patients for surgeries, enhancing comfort and optimal surgical outcomes.
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to maintain optimal operating room conditions
- Advocate for patient needs and preferences during the surgical process, ensuring a patient-centered approach to care.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Medarva Surgical Center West Creek
Richmond, VA
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Circulated many cosmetic surgery procedures, including face lifts, breast augmentations and reductions, liposuction, fat transfers, tummy-tucks, and facial laser and chemical peel treatments, enhancing surgical efficiency and patient outcomes
- Ensured patient safety by consistently maintaining a sterile field in operating room, minimizing risk of infection
- Maintained accurate documentation of surgical procedures and patient interactions in records.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
United Health Services Wilson Medical Center
Johnson City, NY
06.2014 - 09.2019
- Performed patient assessments and established care plans for their time within the operating room and throughout their surgical experience
- Assisted anesthesiologist and nurse anesthetist with intubation and extubation, applied EKG leads and vital monitors, and secured patient in procedural position using appropriate devices.
- Open instruments and assist the surgical scrub technician and surgeon within a sterile environment.
- Coordinated communication with surgeon, assistant, scrub technician, and anesthesia provider to address changing needs throughout surgical case.
- Engaged with patients and families in pre-operative holding area, conducted interviews, addressed concerns, and provided updates to families during surgery within scope of practice.
- Administered medication and performed pre-procedure orders designated by the surgeon.
- Secured clean dressing to the patient's incision site to protect it post-surgery. after surgical procedure all while maintaining sterility
- Effectively transport the patient to the Post Anesthesia Care Unit and give nursing report of patient history as well as the current surgical procedure to recovery room nurse
Operating Room Nursing Assistant
United Health Services
Johnson City, NY
05.2009 - 06.2014
- Worked at UHS Binghamton General’s Sandiford Rehabilitation Center prior to transferring to the Operating Room at Wilson Hospital
- Transported patients and families to Operating Room, maintained and stocked supplies, opened instruments, and assisted nurses, technicians, and physicians in sterile environment; ensured proper placement of vital monitors and secured and positioned patients before and after surgical procedures
- Communicated with patients and their families, worked to understand and meet their needs. Carefully and effectively transfered and assisted patients with basic functions
- Coordinated schedule for nursing assistant staff in Operating Room, considering employees' availability and commitments, ensuring timely coverage
Education
Associates in Applied Science - Nursing
BROOME COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Binghamton, New York01-2014
BA - Communications
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Lynchburg, Virginia01-2009
London Study Abroad Program - English and Communications Studies
BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY
London, England01-2008
Associates in Liberal Arts - Communications and Graphic Design
BROOME COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Binghamton, New York01-2008
Skills
- Surgical and sterile technique
- Patient care
- Patient advocacy
- Registered Nurse
- BLS certified
- ACLS certified
- Time management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Clinical Ladder I
Certification
- Registered Nurse with current Virginia State and Compact License
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
Accomplishments
- Multiple Daisy Awards
Hobbies and Interests
- Spending time with my husband and 3 year old daughter
- Painting
- Traveling
Timeline
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
HCA Healthcare Boulders Ambulatory Surgery Center
08.2021 - Current
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Medarva Surgical Center West Creek
10.2019 - 08.2021
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
United Health Services Wilson Medical Center
06.2014 - 09.2019
Operating Room Nursing Assistant
United Health Services
05.2009 - 06.2014
Associates in Applied Science - Nursing
BROOME COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BA - Communications
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
London Study Abroad Program - English and Communications Studies
BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY
Associates in Liberal Arts - Communications and Graphic Design
BROOME COMMUNITY COLLEGE