Catherine Arango

Evening Charge, First Assistant in all Surgical Procedure, Circulator and Scrub all Surgical Procedures. Auditor

• Promoted a culture of accountability within the organization by consistently enforcing established policies and procedures during audits.
• Contributed to the ongoing evolution of the organization''s audit program by participating in regular process evaluations and suggesting areas for enhancement.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

• Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Charge Relief, First Assistant on all Surgical Procedures, Circulator and Scrub
• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.

• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
• Charge of Urology for children, purchased instrumentation and surgical items for surgery.
• First Assistant in all Surgical Procedures, Circulator and Scrub
• Wrote policy on Holmium Laser for use

• Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Relief Charge on the Weekends and during the week
• RNFA, First Assistant on all Surgical Procedures
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Circulator and Scrub on all Surgical Procedures.

• Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
• Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
• Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
• Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
• Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
• Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
• Helped performed first heart Transplant in Tampa in 1986-1988
• helped performed first AICD device for Ventricular Fibillation.