Christi Infante
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Experienced and composed registered nurse with expertise in perioperative and critical care settings. Demonstrates strong leadership abilities as charge nurse, preceptor, and quality committee member. Skilled in building positive relationships with physicians, clinical staff, and patients. Proficient in preoperative assessments, PACU recovery, and OR circulation. Committed to ensuring patient safety and driving continuous improvement in surgical environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Admission Testing, PREOP/OR/PACU Nurse
Texas Health Surgery Center Irving
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted detailed preoperative assessments, identifying risks and ensuring surgical readiness.
- Strengthened skills in chart review, diagnostic interpretation, and interdepartmental communication.
- Developed critical thinking and clinical judgment by resolving complex patient and documentation issues.
- Practiced patient advocacy and risk mitigation by ensuring adherence to ambulatory surgery protocols.
- Supported PreOp and PACU workflows, enhancing versatility and teamwork.
- Managed pharmacy supplies and compliance, enhancing operational awareness.
- Designated medication safety nurse recognizing potential drug interactions, ensuring safe medication administration, and protecting patients from harm.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
PREOP/OR/PACU Nurse (PRN)
North Texas Plastic Surgery
01.2017 - Current
- Served as team lead, streamlining workflow and addressing patient care bottlenecks.
- Built proficiency in cosmetic surgery protocols and recovery techniques.
- Gained experience in cross-functional teamwork and high-volume patient turnover.
PREOP/PACU/OR Nurse
Texas Health Orthopedic Surgery Center
01.2020 - 10.2024
- Served as charge nurse, honing leadership, delegation, and team coordination skills.
- Functioned as lead preceptor, developing mentorship and training expertise.
- Attained Level IV on the clinical ladder, demonstrating professional excellence and commitment.
- Completed PeriOp 101 training, developing competency in circulating in the OR.
- Conducted peer reviews and participated in quality council, gaining skills in quality assurance and continuous improvement.
- Managed pharmacy supplies and compliance, enhancing operational awareness.
PREOP/PACU Nurse
Wise Health Surgical Hospital at Parkway
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Operated as charge nurse, overseeing daily pre-op and PACU functions.
- Enhanced rapid recovery knowledge and patient education effectiveness.
- Strengthened collaboration with anesthesia and surgical teams.
ICU Registered Nurse
John Peter Smith Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Delivered complex care to critically ill patients in a high-acuity environment.
- Built advanced assessment, ventilator management, and hemodynamic monitoring skills.
- Developed crisis management and multidisciplinary communication expertise.
ICU Registered Nurse
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Provided critical care for diverse patient populations, including neuro, trauma and post-op.
- Cultivated skills in continuous cardiac monitoring, titration of vasoactive medications, and emergency interventions.
- Strengthened documentation accuracy and care coordination.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Baylor University, Louise Herrington School of Nursing
12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Health Science Studies Education
Baylor University
12.2009
Skills
- Proficient IV insertion skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Outpatient care
- Complex Problem-solving
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Effective team contributor
- Operating room safety
- Strong attention to detail
Certification
- CPAN: #2112577817 Exp. 2027-04-30
- Nursing License: #835654 – Exp. 2027-06-30
- ACLS, BLS, PALS – Current
Timeline
Pre-Admission Testing, PREOP/OR/PACU Nurse
Texas Health Surgery Center Irving
10.2024 - Current
PREOP/PACU/OR Nurse
Texas Health Orthopedic Surgery Center
01.2020 - 10.2024
PREOP/OR/PACU Nurse (PRN)
North Texas Plastic Surgery
01.2017 - Current
PREOP/PACU Nurse
Wise Health Surgical Hospital at Parkway
01.2016 - 01.2021
ICU Registered Nurse
John Peter Smith Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2016
ICU Registered Nurse
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Health Science Studies Education
Baylor University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Baylor University, Louise Herrington School of Nursing
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