Carlos Garcia
Pella,IA
Summary
Willing to demonstrate success in enhancing overall patient-centered care satisfaction. Will work together to achieve shared goals among employees to provide the best type of patient-centered care while fulfilling the company’s mission statement. Absolutely determined, ambitious, proactive, and willing to gain more knowledge within the work field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
OR Pre-op/Post-op/Circulator/Scrub/Endoscopy Nurse
Mahaska health
Pella, Iowa
05.2023 - Current
- Specialized in General Surgery, OB, Urology, Podiatry, Robotics, Orthopedics, Oncology, Endoscopy, and Pain Management.
- Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
- Assisted surgical teams to ensure efficient procedure flow.
- Prepared sterile environments for surgical instruments and supplies.
- Monitored patient conditions and communicated status changes to healthcare professionals.
- Educated patients regarding pre-operative procedures and post-operative care.
- Collaborated with anesthesia teams to enhance patient comfort during surgeries.
- Sterilized surgical instruments according to established protocols.
- Operated sterilization machinery while adhering to strict guidelines.
- Assisted in developing educational programs for nursing trainees and staff.
- Mentored nursing students and staff in clinical settings and provided hands-on training.
- Assisted in the development of clinical skills, patient care protocols, policies, and procedures.
SALES ASSOCIATE
WALMART
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Interacted with customers daily, built a strong customer base through providing product guidance, resolving issues, and following up on purchases.
- Performed daily department tasks as a team to provide efficient work skills.
Brand Representative
Hollister Co.
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Represented the Hollister Co. brand in a busy environment to attend and anticipate customer needs, solve operational problems, and communicate with a variety of people.
- Exercised strong attention on the shopping floor to keep a high standard of organization and ensure asset protection to the best of my ability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
WIlliam Penn UNiversity
Oskaloosa, IA05-2023
High School Diploma -
Dr. Leo G Cigarroa High School
Laredo, TX01.2019
Skills
- Effective decision-making skills
- Highly motivated
- Surgical instrument preparation
- Instrument sterilization
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Clinical Experience
- Fall 2021, 146, Adult Health I, 98, Knoxville Hospital and Sim-Lab
- Spring 2022, 208, Adult Health II, 96, Mahaska Health Hospital and Sim-Lab, Obstetrics, 56, Pediatrics, 56, Preceptorship
- Fall 2022, 160, Adult Health III, 80, UnityPoint Des Moines and Pella Regional Health Center and Sim-Lab, Community Health, 40, Mental Health, 40
- Spring 2023, 152, Transition to Nursing Practice, 120, Preceptorship, Nursing Leadership, 32, Preceptorship
Certification
Sterile Processing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
OR Pre-op/Post-op/Circulator/Scrub/Endoscopy Nurse
Mahaska health
05.2023 - Current
SALES ASSOCIATE
WALMART
06.2020 - 08.2020
Brand Representative
Hollister Co.
08.2018 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
WIlliam Penn UNiversity
High School Diploma -
Dr. Leo G Cigarroa High School