Dario Belarmino
Registered Nurse
HOCKLEY,TX
Summary
Dynamic Perioperative Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, excelling in patient safety and clinical judgment. Proven track record in enhancing surgical outcomes through effective operating room preparation and relationship development, while maintaining compliance with aseptic techniques and fostering patient trust through compassionate care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
2002 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, TX, 77030
09.2010 - Current
- Assisted in preparation and maintenance of sterile surgical environments.
- Supported surgical teams by organizing instruments and supplies efficiently.
- Learned to monitor patient vital signs during procedures for safety compliance.
- Participated in patient education to ensure understanding of preoperative protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to maintain optimal workflow in operating rooms.
- Developed skills in using electronic health record systems for patient documentation.
- Adapted quickly to dynamic surgical settings, demonstrating flexibility under pressure.
- Maintained compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and national nursing standards through diligent adherence to established protocols.
- Provided quality perioperative care by closely monitoring patients throughout their surgical experience.
- Reduced surgical site infections through meticulous adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to new technologies and equipment within the operating room, enhancing efficiency and accuracy during surgeries.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital
5656 Kelley St., Houston, TX, 77026
05.2007 - Current
- Engaged in continuous learning about perioperative best practices and safety standards.
- Supported surgical teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining composed demeanor, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering support before and after surgery.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by anticipating surgeon''s needs during procedures and promptly providing required instruments or supplies.
- Worked as a full time staff from 2007 then Nursing Registry Pool thru Harris Clinical Support Services.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital
11800 Astoria Blvd., Houston, TX, 77089
06.2006 - 10.2007
- Contributed to a positive work environment within the perioperative department through active participation in staff meetings.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough preoperative assessments and effectively communicating with the surgical team.
- Facilitated successful surgeries by setting up equipment properly, positioning patients correctly, and performing necessary counts of instruments and supplies before each procedure.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information by maintaining electronic health records in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Planned, executed, directed and evaluated nursing care given to surgical patient through perioperative experience to promote highest quality and patient safety.
- Involved patient and support person in decisions affecting perioperative plan of care and rehabilitation process and evaluated patient progress toward attaining outcomes.
- Expedited discharge planning by assessing patient needs, coordinating resources, and facilitating communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and streamline the surgical process.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
2160 First Avenue, Maywood, Il, 60153
04.2003 - 06.2006
- Supplied education regarding nutrition, medication, pain and wound management and expected response to operative or invasive procedure and assessed knowledge level of patient or designated support person.
- Admitted, assessed and prepared ambulatory care patients for surgery in accordance with surgery center policies and individual patient needs.
- Fostered increased patient trust by providing empathetic emotional support and clear explanations of surgical processes.
- Promoted professional development among nursing staff by participating in continuing education programs and sharing best practices with peers.
- Safeguarded confidential patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Streamlined pre-and post-operative processes through effective collaboration with anesthesia providers for timely administration of anesthesia services during surgeries.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Norwegian American Hospital
1044 N. Francisco Avenue, Chicago, Il, 60622
09.2001 - 09.2003
- Assisted with or initiated emergency measures for sudden adverse development in patients with cardiac arrest, respiratory distress and shock.
- Maximized resource utilization by appropriately managing inventory levels of medical supplies in the perioperative area.
- Performed interventions to assist patient in returning to normothermia at conclusion of immediate postoperative period.
- Provided compassionate, individualized care for each patient while in operating room.
- Prepared, implemented and evaluated nursing care for patients through each step of surgical procedure.
- Educated patients and loved ones regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
- Developed orientation and perioperative resource books that could be used by nursing staff.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pangasinan
Dagupan City, Phillipines04-1995
Skills
- Indirect patient care
- Operating room preparation
- Direct patient care
- Patient safety
- Patient assessments
- Sterile technique
- Relationship development
- Clinical judgment
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
09.2010 - Current
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital
05.2007 - Current
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital
06.2006 - 10.2007
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Loyola University Medical Center
04.2003 - 06.2006
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Norwegian American Hospital
09.2001 - 09.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pangasinan