Carlos Peters

Served in dual nursing roles for a wide range of complex general surgery procedures

Demonstrated ability to communicate as part of a healthcare team, rapidly synthesize

essential information, and inform physicians of changes in patient condition

Provided direct assistant to surgeons in procedures; including Robotic assisted wedge resection, lobectomy, segmentectomy and esophagogastrectomy.

Function in the role of scrub and circulating nurse in minimally invasive esophagogastrectomy, video assisted thoracoscopic surgery such as lobectomy, wedge resection segmentectomy and pneumonectomy

Obtained patient histories; assessed, charted, and communicated information to healthcare

team to support optimal care outcomes

Delivered direct clinical support, monitoring patient status and reporting to surgical care

team.

Provided informative perioperative care to aid patient understanding and reduce anxiety.

Contributed to mission of delivering top-quality care, empathy and service to exceed patient expectations.

Serve in the dual capacity as circulating and scrub nurse as a member of the urology surgical service.

Ability to scrub and circulate: cystectomy with ileoconduit or urinary diversion, radical and partial nephrectomy, cystoscopy with transurethral resection of bladder or prostate. Scrub and circulate orchiectomy with and without implant.

• Expert function in the role of circulating room nurse for cardiac, vascular and thoracic surgeries
• Perform circulating nurse role for coronary artery bypass surgery, minimally invasive valve surgery and transcatheter aortic valve replacement surgeries
• Circulate and scrub thoracic surgeries to include video assisted thoracic surgery, robotic assisted lobectomy or wedge resection
• Ability to circulate and scrub general and GYN surgeries, both open and laparoscopic procedures
• Expert in surgical and operating room policies and procedures
• Supervise and precept novice nurses to roles and duties in the operating room.

• Prepared operating room environment for cardio-thoracic procedures including, but not limited to, coronary artery bypass surgery, mitral valve/tricuspid valve repair, Cryo and radio frequency ablation/hybrid ablation, and aneurysm/aortic arch repair
• Primary circulating nurse for thoracic procedures including robotic assisted lobectomy, wedge resections, mediastinal mass resection and Hiatal hernia repair.
• Demonstrated professionalism, composure, and ability to make sound decisions in rapidly changing environments
• Selected Contributions: Organized operating room and ensured integrity of equipment
• Managed optimal inventory to meet need of the operating room
• Maintained rigorous hygiene standards to ensure patient safety.

• Comprehensive knowledge of Cardiac, Vascular and Thoracic cases
• Specialty in GYN, Urology and General surgery
• Circulating nurse for complex dual service cases to include esophagectomy, TAVR, ASD/VSD repair, AVR/MVR with Cryo-ablation
• Left Atrial appendage resection
• CABG’s on and off pump
• Valve surgery such as MVR, AVR, Type 1 aortic dissection, Endo vascular and open AAA repair.
• Supplied surgeons with required instrumentation, supporting seamless surgical care.
• Maintained high patient care standards through diligent theatre assistance and enforcement of best practices.
• Delivered direct clinical support, monitoring patient status and reporting to surgical care team.

• Function as Service Line Director for Cardiac, Vascular and Thoracic surgery
• Nursing supervisor for Transcatherer Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) and Laser lead program.
• Coordinate surgeries for vascular, thoracic and cardiac procedures
• Perform employee evaluation for more than eighty nursing staff.
• Provide nursing coverage for cardiac, vascular and thoracic cases
• Circulate vascular, thoracic and cardiac cases.
• Developed and supervised nursing staff by providing orientation, training, support and direction for novice and experience nurses.
• Planned training program to expand nursing skills and drive performance.
• Mentored and developed new and existing employees to achieve service line goals and objectives.
• Managed daily operations by overseeing surgical procedures , Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and employee performance.
• Manage staff work schedule to promote effective work-life balance and improve nurse recruitment and retention.
• Optimize physician's surgical block time to enhance patient through-put resulting in increase patient satisfaction

• Prepared operating room environment for cardio-thoracic procedures including, but not limited to, coronary artery bypass surgery, mitral valve/tricuspid valve repair, cryo and radio frequency ablation/hybrid ablation, and aneurysm/aortic arch repair
• Demonstrated professionalism, composure, and ability to make sound decisions in rapidly changing environments
• Selected Contributions: Organized operating room and ensured integrity of equipment.
• Maintained rigorous hygiene standards to ensure patient safety.
• Maintained high patient care standards through diligent theatre assistance and enforcement of best nursing practices.
• Supplied surgeons with required instrumentation, needles and swabs, supporting seamless surgical care.
• Provided informative perioperative care to aid patient understanding and reduce anxiety.
• Assessed care provided and suggested actionable improvements to improve preoperative and postoperative provisions.
• Cleaned surgical instruments and materials meticulously to maintain stringent adherence to infection-control regulations.
• Verified patient comprehension of surgical risks, benefits and recovery planning to support informed decision-making.

• Served in dual nursing roles for a wide range of complex general surgery procedures
• Demonstrated ability to communicate as part of a healthcare team, rapidly synthesize essential information, and inform physicians of changes in patient condition
• Selected Contributions: Provided direct assistant to surgeons in procedures; including colo-rectal, hepatobiliary, A-V graft, Whipple, bowel resection, right or left hemi-colectomy, thyroidectomy/parathyroidectomy, laparoscopic appendectomy, cholecystectomy, endo/open abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, and laparoscopic/open hernia repair
• Obtained patient histories; assessed, charted, and communicated information to healthcare team to support optimal care outcomes
• Assisted in Gastric bypass, Reux-en-Y, lap bands, colon/rectal cancer treatment, and liver biopsy and liver resections for diagnosis and treatment of liver cancer.
• Delivered direct clinical support, monitoring patient status and reporting to surgical care team.
• Provided informative perioperative care to aid patient understanding and reduce anxiety.
• Contributed to mission of delivering top-quality care, empathy and service to exceed patient expectations.

• Circulating Nurse for Cardiothoracic and Robotic surgery procedures
• Selected Contributions: Set-up operating room for complex procedures including pericardial window, hybrid ablation, CABG, MVR, TVR, AVR, robotic assisted nephrectomy, colon resection, total abdominal hysterectomy, myomectomy, thoracotomy, wedge resection, and hilar myotomy
• Prepared for procedures, ensured sterile conditions, assisted surgical staff, monitored patients, and documented procedure progress.

• Served as CTICU nurse with authority for post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients
• Selected Contributions: Assisted surgeons with complex procedures, including open heart surgery, CABG, AVR, MVR, TVR, circulatory arrest thoracic aneurysm repair, femoral-popliteal bypass, A-V fistula creation, lobectomy, wedge resection, lung biopsy, Open AAA repair, and pacemaker placement.

• Partnered with surgeons in general and urology surgery cases, including exploratory laparotomy, bowel resection, hernia repair, endocrine surgery, and lap cholecystectomy, appendectomy, hernia repair, and gastric bypass procedures
• Assisted in robotic-assisted prostatectomy, hysterectomy, nephrectomy, and myomectomy procedures.
• Prepared patients for clinical procedures, providing reassurance and practical advice to ease concerns.
• Actively promoted best nursing practices, leading by example in providing accurate, prompt patient provisions.

• Responded to emergent and critical medical situations on land and in-flight; provided emergency care for patients.
• Assessed, treated and managed patients' treatment onsite and en route to hospital, consistently communicating with patients and relatives.
• Attended various accidents, emergencies and requests for medical assistance, taking confident control of distressing situations to minimise patient suffering.
• Managed care in field and transit, performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
• Kept emergency vehicles adequately stocked with medical supplies, guaranteeing equipment was in perfect working order.
• Accurately prepared and delivered detailed written reports on patients' injuries and treatment provided.
• Operated emergency vehicles with focus on safety and efficiency while reaching and transporting ill and injured.
• Assessed emergency situations to prioritise medical care for patients.
• Executed reasoned and logical decision making in emergent situations.
• Resuscitated and defibrillated patients as necessary, operating life-support equipment with thorough attention to detail.
• Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
• Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
• Successfully graduated Basic Military Training at Lackland Air force Base San Antonio
• Completed Emergency Medical Technician training at Sheppard Airforce Base Wichita Falls
• Yellow Rope Team Leader for 4N031Medical Technician Program
• Fight leader for 4NO31 during technical training program at Sheppard Air force Base
• Captain of 43rd Medical Group intramural soccer team. Captain of Pope Air Force Soccer team 98’-99’
• Shift leader for ambulance crew for medical inflight emergencies.
• Chemical and biological hazardous material mass casualty team leader.
• EMT first responder for all ground medical 911 calls and medical inflight emergencies for Pope AFB
• Second 911 medical response team for Fort Bragg Army Base
• Provide ambulance coverage for Explosive Ordinance and Disposal field training unit for Fort Bragg.
• Volunteer to provide medical coverage for Pope Airforce Base Annual Air Show 1997-2000