Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience in direct patient care and surgical assistance. Known for strong clinical judgment and effective patient education, teamwork, ensuring optimal recovery and safety during procedures.
Work History
Registered Nurse
4 Years 5 Months
Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery | 03.2022 - Current
Monitored post-operative recovery, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Collaborated with surgical teams to streamline pre-operative procedures.
Educated patients on post-surgery care and recovery expectations.
Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and concerns.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
9 Years 2 Months
Sky Ridge Medical Center | 01.2013 - 03.2022
Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety standards in operating rooms.
Trained and mentored junior nurses on best practices and procedural workflows.
Assisted in surgical preparations, ensuring readiness of instruments and supplies for procedures.
Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Arapahoe Community College | Littleton, CO | 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Colorado State University | Fort Collins, CO | 05.2005
Registered Nurse, Operating Room at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital RockwallRegistered Nurse, Operating Room at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall
Registered Nuse, Emergency Room at Detroit Medical Center, Sinai Grace HospitalRegistered Nuse, Emergency Room at Detroit Medical Center, Sinai Grace Hospital