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Debora Katalata Lain

Orlando,FL

Summary

Experienced Registered Nurse with over 14 years of experience in managing complex surgical procedures, including thoracic surgeries, and lung transplantation. Excel in critical thinking, communication, and adaptability, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining efficiency in high-pressure environments. Demonstrated impact on improving patient outcomes through implementation of nursing best practices and commitment to high-quality healthcare delivery. Possess specialized skills in perioperative nursing, patient assessment, and surgical team collaboration.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

The Terrace of Kissimmee
Orlando, FL
09.2024 - Current
  • Provided comprehensive care for elderly residents, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and addressing patients' individual needs.
  • Conducted regular assessments for pressure ulcers and other wounds, applying evidence-based treatment plans to promote healing.
  • Maintained open communication with residents and their families, providing education on healthcare needs.
  • Ensured adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations regarding patient safety, infection control, and resident rights.

Volunteer

Nemours Children's Hospital
Orlando, FL
11.2019 - 01.2023
  • Provided patient and family support in the PACU, ensuring comfort and clear communication.
  • Assisted with room turnover, including cleaning and organizing for the next patient.
  • Escorted patients and families as needed, supporting discharge processes.

Registered Nurse, OR/ICU

Hospital Complex Santa Casa
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil
09.2009 - 07.2017
  • Assisted anesthetists with intubation, extubation, thoracic catheter placement, central venous access, and arterial catheterization.
  • Managed sterile field setup in the operating room, organized surgical instruments, and provided oversight to nurse technicians.
  • Circulation Nurse, managing the overall environment, and providing patient care.
  • Main experience in thoracic surgeries and lung transplants.
  • Conducted pre- and post-operative assessments, supervised wound care, and coordinated patient transport to the ICU or recovery.
  • Managed a 6-bed recovery room, collaborating with medical teams to assess and discharge patients.
  • Provided weekend and holiday ICU coverage, caring for an average of three patients, and performing full ICU nurse duties.

Registered Nurse

Hospital Complex Santa Casa
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil
01.2009 - 09.2009
  • Implemented treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions, managed patient care, and conducted assessments.
  • Managed patient flow, handling up to 5 patients during day shifts, and 7 patients on weekends.
  • Stabilized patients during emergencies, provided wound care, and documented care activities accurately.
  • Coordinated discharge planning with interdisciplinary teams, including social workers, and home health agencies.

Education

Specialization - Surgical and Sterile Center

AVM Integrated School
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
01.2016

MBA - Health Auditing

Higher School of Management and Health Sciences
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil
12.2009

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Centro Universitario Metodista IPA
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil
12.2008

Skills

  • Surgical nursing expertise
  • Critical care
  • Patient Care and Assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Sterile Field Management
  • Bronchoscopy assistance
  • Tracheostomy and nasogastric tube care
  • Team Leadership and Collaboration
  • Detailed documentation
  • Infection Control Practices
  • Sepsis protocol management
  • Trauma assessment and management
  • Bed management and patient flow coordination
  • Blood gas analysis
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Starting IVs

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS), 2024
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), 2024

Languages

Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional

Professional Development

  • Specialization in Surgical and Sterile Center, 420, AVM Integrated School, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 01/01/16
  • MBA in Health Auditing, Higher School of Management and Health Sciences, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil, 12/01/09

Timeline

Registered Nurse

The Terrace of Kissimmee
09.2024 - Current

Volunteer

Nemours Children's Hospital
11.2019 - 01.2023

Registered Nurse, OR/ICU

Hospital Complex Santa Casa
09.2009 - 07.2017

Registered Nurse

Hospital Complex Santa Casa
01.2009 - 09.2009

Specialization - Surgical and Sterile Center

AVM Integrated School

MBA - Health Auditing

Higher School of Management and Health Sciences

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Centro Universitario Metodista IPA
Debora Katalata Lain