Charles W Ruiz
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Highly skilled Operating Room Nurse Coordinator with a background in managing Perioperative staff and overseeing patient care. Strengths include strong leadership skills, knowledge of healthcare regulations, and ability to improve patient satisfaction levels. Demonstrated success in implementing effective nurse training programs and improving overall team performance.
Overview
14
14
years of post-secondary education
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager, Operating Room
Army, Tripler Army Medical Center
Honolulu, HI
10.2024 - Current
- Manages a 12 bed Operating Room
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary leaders on day-to-day operations within the operating room.
- Oversees 60 personnel, including surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and surgical technicians.
- Engages with higher level management on initiatives aimed at increasing productivity levels within the operating room.
- Developed policies and procedures for the OR to maintain quality standards.
- Monitors team performance metrics and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
- Conducts performance reviews for all operating room personnel.
Operating Room Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse
Army, Brian D. Allgood Community Hospital
Pyeongtaek , Korea
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Evaluated patient response to treatment plans and modified them accordingly.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Supervised nursing staff on surgical floor during patient care activities.
- Developed policies and procedures for the OR to maintain quality standards.
Surgical Augmentation Director
Army
Tacoma, Washington
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Led an organization consisting of a 6 room Operating Room, with surgical capabilities to include General, Orthopedics, Oral Maxillofacial and Gynecology. Ancillary services consisting of a 12 Bed ICU, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy and Behavioral Health.
- Direct oversight of 90 personnel consisting of Surgeons, Anesthetists, ICU Nurses, Surgical Techs, Behavioral Health, Respiratory and Logistics.
- Developed, implemented, and enforced policies and procedures to ensure the safety of personnel.
- Managed daily operations of the company including administrative functions.
Operating Room Nurse/ Charge Nurse
Army, Madigan Army Medical Center
Tacoma, Washington
04.2018 - 01.2022
- Supervised nursing staff during shifts to ensure quality patient care.
- Participated in performance improvement initiatives relating to OR services.
- Provided direct patient care in the operating room, including pre-operative and post-operative assessments.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines for best outcomes related to OR nursing interventions.
Med Surg Nurse Manager Tripler Army Medical Center
US Army
Honolulu, Hawaii
05.2016 - 04.2018
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Coordinated training programs for new nurses to enhance skills and competencies.
- Managed patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Med Surg Staff Nurse
US Army TAMC
Honolulu, Hawaii
04.2015 - 04.2016
- Administered medications and treatments according to prescribed protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Outpatient Clinic Operations Manager
US Army
Tacoma, Washington
06.2008 - 04.2012
- Managed daily clinic operations and coordinated patient care activities.
- Supervised healthcare staff and ensured adherence to military protocols.
- Developed scheduling systems for efficient patient appointments and staff shifts.
Hearing Clinic Supervisor
US Army Tuttle Health Clinic
Savannah, GA
04.2005 - 05.2008
- Supervised 6 hearing techs.
- Maintained hearing booth equipment.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Education
Certification - Basic Life Saver Course
American Heart Association
07.2025 - 07.2027
Certification - Operating Room Nurse
CNOR
01.2019 - 12.2026
Master of Science - Population Health Nursing
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI 04.2017 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Washington
Seattle, WA 09.2012 - 07.2014
Skills
- High Reliability Organization
- The Joint Commision
- Surgical procedures
- Infection control
- Evidence-based practice
- Team collaboration
- Compliance standards
- Policy development
- Leadership skills
- Critical thinking
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Operating room safety
Timeline
Certification - Basic Life Saver Course
American Heart Association
07.2025 - 07.2027
Nurse Manager, Operating Room
Army, Tripler Army Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse
Army, Brian D. Allgood Community Hospital
07.2023 - 10.2024
Surgical Augmentation Director
Army
01.2022 - 07.2023
Certification - Operating Room Nurse
CNOR
01.2019 - 12.2026
Operating Room Nurse/ Charge Nurse
Army, Madigan Army Medical Center
04.2018 - 01.2022
Master of Science - Population Health Nursing
University of Hawaii At Manoa
04.2017 - 04.2019
Med Surg Nurse Manager Tripler Army Medical Center
US Army
05.2016 - 04.2018
Med Surg Staff Nurse
US Army TAMC
04.2015 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Washington
09.2012 - 07.2014
Outpatient Clinic Operations Manager
US Army
06.2008 - 04.2012
Hearing Clinic Supervisor
US Army Tuttle Health Clinic
04.2005 - 05.2008