Denise Mitchell
Rock Hill,SC
Summary
Detail-oriented Operating Room Registered Nurse skilled in infection control, aseptic technique, and patient advocacy. Enhances surgical outcomes through collaboration with surgical teams and strict adherence to protocols, ensuring a sterile environment and optimal patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Northeast
Columbia, South Carolina
03.2026 - Current
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences during surgical process, enhancing patient-centered care.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient care accurately and comprehensively.
- Implemented infection control protocols to prevent post-operative infections.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists to streamline surgical procedures.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting up surgical instruments and equipment prior to procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced patient outcomes within OR setting.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Charlotte Surgery Center Wendover
Charlotte, North Carolina
07.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure adherence to sterile protocols, enhancing patient safety during procedures.
- Implemented infection control protocols to minimize risk during surgeries.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative tasks, including specimen collection and tissue manipulation, contributing to efficient surgical outcomes.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's medical record throughout the perioperative process.
- Ensured appropriate positioning of patients on operating table prior to surgery.
- Served as liaison between surgical team and patient's family, delivering timely updates and support to enhance patient experience during procedures.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Piedmont medical Center Fort Mill
Fort Mill, South Carolina
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality patient care during surgical procedures.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes within the OR setting.
- Managed laboratory specimens and ensured accurate packaging and labeling to maintain specimen integrity.
- Reduced infection rates by utilizing ChloraPrep, Mueller, and Snowden-Pencer laparoscopic instruments and adhering to infection prevention protocols.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
New Hope Carolinas
Rock Hill, South Carolina
02.2024 - 11.2025
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create tailored treatment plans that addressed patient needs.
- Administered medication to patients according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records to ensure continuity of care.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to stabilize patients and coordinate appropriate follow-up care.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Atrium Health Surgery Center Rock Hill
Rock Hill, South Carolina
06.2023 - 10.2025
- Assessed patient's needs before, during, and after surgery.
- Ensured sterile environment throughout surgical procedures, minimizing risk of infection.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when providing nursing interventions for OR patients.
- Supported surgical teams in ensuring safe, efficient patient care during procedures.
- Facilitated communication among surgeons, anesthesiologists, technicians, support staff, administrators, patients, and family members regarding patient care issues.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Anderson University
Anderson, SC05-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC05-2022
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Surgical Technologist
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SC05-2010
Skills
- Surgical assistance
- Aseptic technique
- Infection control
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- HIPAA compliance
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Patient advocacy
Certification
Registered Nursing South Carolina 266952
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Northeast
03.2026 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Piedmont medical Center Fort Mill
11.2025 - 02.2026
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
New Hope Carolinas
02.2024 - 11.2025
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Atrium Health Surgery Center Rock Hill
06.2023 - 10.2025
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Charlotte Surgery Center Wendover
07.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Anderson University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Midlands Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Surgical Technologist
York Technical College