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Brooke Ditta

Lafitte,LA

Summary

Experienced with perioperative nursing and surgical team coordination. Utilizes effective communication and critical thinking for optimal patient care. Knowledge of surgical procedures, patient safety protocols, and sterile techniques.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN OR Circulator

Westbank Surgery Center
2011.01 - Current

I am a circulating nurse in the operating room.

  • Contributed to a positive work atmosphere by fostering teamwork and open communication among colleagues.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant medical information, promoting effective communication among healthcare providers.
  • Maximized OR efficiency by implementing innovative strategies for time management
  • Supported new staff members through sharing valuable knowledge gained from years of experience as an OR Nurse.
  • Improved patient safety with thorough knowledge of emergency protocols and crisis management skills.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, providing emotional support throughout their surgical experience.
  • Managed surgical inventory, maintaining adequate levels of supplies for all scheduled surgeries.
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient procedures and optimal patient care.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction with compassionate care during preoperative preparation, intraoperative support, and postoperative recovery.
  • Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
  • Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
  • Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
  • Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.

RN OR Circulator

West Jefferson Medical Center
2007.01 - 2011.01
  • Optimized operating room efficiency by anticipating needs of the surgical team and swiftly responding to any changes in procedure.
  • Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring surgical procedures and providing timely assistance to the surgical team.
  • Prevented infection risks by adhering to strict aseptic protocols throughout all stages of surgical procedures.
  • Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
  • Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
  • Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.

RN Labor and Delivery

West Jefferson Medical Center
2006.01 - 2007.01
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
  • Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Louisiana State University Health And Science Center
New Orleans, LA
12.2005

Fisher High School
Lafitte, LA
05.2000

Skills

  • Compassionate care
  • Surgical procedures
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Patient safety

Certification

  • PALS
  • ACLS
  • BLS

Timeline

RN OR Circulator

Westbank Surgery Center
2011.01 - Current

RN OR Circulator

West Jefferson Medical Center
2007.01 - 2011.01

RN Labor and Delivery

West Jefferson Medical Center
2006.01 - 2007.01

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Louisiana State University Health And Science Center

Fisher High School
Brooke Ditta