Elizabeth Dahl

• Circulating nurse in the operating room. Assist anesthesia with intubation of patient. Take care of patient during surgery. Manage the case as the advocate for the patient. Authorize the distribution of mediations. Follow doctors orders for obtaining labs and care of patient after surgery. Inform patient family of outcome and duration of surgery.

Use the computer to look up pertinent labs and medical history of the patient.

Check charts for accuracy.

Review employee charts at end of the day for any corrections if needed by them.

Manage the flow of the surgical cases. Help to transition new employees to their job.

• Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
• Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
• Monitored anesthesia agents, fluids and blood products administered during surgical procedures.
• Provided education to families regarding post-operative instructions before discharge from hospital setting.
• Initiated emergency resuscitative measures when indicated in the event of complications or unexpected outcomes.
• Administered medications according to established protocols and monitored patient responses.
• Ensured appropriate positioning of patients on operating table prior to surgery.
• Performed wound debridement, suturing, dressing changes and other nursing interventions as needed.
• Assessed patient condition, vital signs and lab values to ensure safety during surgery.

• Assessed patient condition, vital signs and lab values to ensure safety during surgery.
• Provided pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing various surgical procedures.
• Performed wound debridement, suturing, dressing changes and other nursing interventions as needed.