Cindy Hanson
Winona,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse with expertise in aseptic techniques and patient assessment. Proven track record in enhancing patient safety and streamlining surgical processes.
Significant experience in perioperative care and bedside nursing, known for maintaining high standards and delivering impactful results. Demonstrates strong teamwork, adaptability, and reliability under changing circumstances. Skilled in patient assessment, surgical preparation, and post-operative care, with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room RN
Winona Health Hospital
Winona, MN
12.2023 - 10.2025
- Assisted in preparing operating room by sterilizing instruments and ensuring necessary supplies were available.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to maintain effective communication and workflow efficiency.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety and reduce complications.
- Educated patients and families on postoperative care, enhancing recovery outcomes and satisfaction.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals during surgical procedures.
- Conducted thorough post-operative assessments to monitor patient recovery and prevent complications.
- Promoted a culture of safety and continuous improvement by actively participating in staff meetings, debriefings, and educational sessions.
- Improved surgery efficiency with precise preparation and organization of surgical instruments and equipment.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members to foster a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously following aseptic techniques and surgical protocols.
- Applied strong attention-to-detail when performing instrument counts before and after surgeries, reducing potential risks associated with retained foreign objects.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, anticipating their needs and providing necessary support.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
12.2019 - 08.2023
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge retention.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, improving efficiency and accuracy.
- Conducted health assessments, identifying critical needs for timely intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, Minnesota, MN05-2018
Skills
- Professionalism and ethics
- Equipment operation
- Medical terminology
- Electronic health records navigation
- Patient assessment proficiency
- Preoperative care planning
- Aseptic technique mastery
- Sterile field maintenance
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Basic life support
Timeline
Operating Room RN
Winona Health Hospital
12.2023 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic
12.2019 - 08.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rochester Community And Technical College