DEMBER DEMASIADO
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Seasoned operating room nurse offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, operating room dynamics, evidenced- based practices, and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel RN - Operating Room
Nomad Health/Medical Center Hospital Of Odessa
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Prepared OR by ensuring it met asepsis standards, as well as setting out, organizing, and counting all tools and equipment necessary for each procedure
- Surgical services circulated include Trauma, General, Robotics, Neuro, Vascular/Endovascular, Pediatric, Podiatry, Orthopedics, Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, OMS and ENT
- Monitored surgical patients and delivers quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions in the operating room
- Managed the OR board schedule as needed on the night shift
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients' conditions
Travel RN - Operating Room
Nomad Health/Laredo Medical Center
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Prepared OR by ensuring it met asepsis standards, as well as setting out, organizing, and counting all tools and equipment necessary for each procedure
- Surgical services circulated include General, Robotics, Neuro, Vascular, Pediatric, Podiatry, Orthopedics, Gynecology, Urology and ENT
- Monitored surgical patients and delivers quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions in the operating room
- Managed the OR board schedule as needed on the evening shift
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients' conditions.
Interim Director - Operating Room
University Health System
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Directed day-to-day administrative and operational functions for 33 operating rooms, providing guidance and leadership to over 200 employees in the operating room
- Reviewed incident reports (ERAF), including employee write-ups, actualizing appropriate corrective action plans to mitigate ongoing and potential situations
- Continued to review and revise existing policies to improve standard care for patients and maintain compliance in accordance with regulatory standards
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify opportunities for growth and improvement, leading to more effectiveness in delivering quality patient care in the operating room
- Boosted productivity levels by delegating responsibilities effectively based on individual strengths as well as closely monitoring key performance indicators in the operating room and employ strategies accordingly for improvement
- Helped with recruitment to fill key positions within the OR department, enhancing overall capabilities and expertise.
- Assisted with employee payroll management as part of the fiscal responsibility
- Participated in the product evaluation committee to ensure cost-effective product procurement practices for the operating room
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesia team, and other organization leaders to improve departmental performance
- Collaborated with clinical educators to ensure proper training of staff in the operating room and employing evidence-based practices for safe quality patient care
- Led regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
RN Patient Care Coordinator - Operating Room
University Health System
12.2017 - 04.2021
- Led and managed the Night Shift OR team, and coordinated service lines such as Orthopedic, General Surgery Trauma, Podiatry, and Anesthesia Support
- Evaluated work performance of more than 50 nursing and ancillary personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline as necessary
- Planned and assigned workload to nursing, scrub tech, and anesthesia tech staff
- Developed effective schedules for the Night Shift OR team and Anesthesia Tech personnel to support the daily operations of the Operating Room
- Participated actively in evaluating strategies with intra and interdisciplinary team and utilized recommendations to implement improvements to care standards.
Staff Nurse II - Operating Room
University Health System
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Prepared OR by ensuring it met asepsis standards, as well as setting out, organizing, and counting all tools and equipment necessary for each procedure
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions in the operating room.
Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse II - Operating Room
Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital
04.2014 - 08.2016
- Managed the OR board consisting of 12 operating suites to ensure smooth operation on a day-to-day basis
- Served as OR Circulating RN for multiple surgical services including Transplant, Urology, Robotics, General Surgery, Orthopedics, Gynecology, Bariatric, OMS, and ENT.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Prepared OR by ensuring it met asepsis standards, as well as setting out, organizing, and counting all tools and equipment necessary for each procedure
Staff Nurse - Operating Room
Laredo Medical Center
08.2010 - 04.2014
- Prepared OR by ensuring it met asepsis standards, as well as setting out, organizing, and counting all tools and equipment necessary for each procedure
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Provided critical support during medical emergencies, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients' conditions
- Surgical services circulated include General, Neuro, Vascular, Pediatric, Podiatry, Orthopedics, Gynecology, Urology and ENT
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX05.2010
Skills
- Trauma Nursing
- Operating Room Nursing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Care Coordination
- Infection Control
- Analytical Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Team Collaboration
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Decision-Making
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- CNOR, CCI ID: 1673491
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 07/2025
- BLS - Basic Life Support, 01/2026
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support, 01/2026
- TNCC, 01/2027
Affiliations
- Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses - Lifetime Leader Member - AORN ID 534365
Timeline
Travel RN - Operating Room
Nomad Health/Medical Center Hospital Of Odessa
02.2023 - 02.2024
Travel RN - Operating Room
Nomad Health/Laredo Medical Center
02.2022 - 01.2023
Interim Director - Operating Room
University Health System
04.2021 - 02.2022
RN Patient Care Coordinator - Operating Room
University Health System
12.2017 - 04.2021
Staff Nurse II - Operating Room
University Health System
08.2016 - 12.2017
Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse II - Operating Room
Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital
04.2014 - 08.2016
Staff Nurse - Operating Room
Laredo Medical Center
08.2010 - 04.2014
Master of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas A&M International University