Elsy Torres
Princeton,USA
Summary
Dynamic surgical assistant with extensive experience in preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative procedures, dedicated to enhancing patient safety and optimizing surgical outcomes. Expertise in maintaining sterile environments and providing precise support to surgeons, ensuring seamless operations in high-pressure settings. Committed to fostering team collaboration and adapting to evolving challenges, consistently delivering exceptional results that contribute to overall patient care excellence. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while upholding the highest standards of surgical assistance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Surgical Assistant
Texas Oral Surgery Group (a division of OMS360)
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted surgical team in preparing operating room for procedures, ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies were readily available
- Sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment to ensure a safe and sterile environment
- Prepared patients for surgery by cleaning and disinfecting incision sites
- Provided support during surgeries by passing instruments, sutures, and other supplies to the surgeon as needed
- Monitored patient vital signs throughout procedures, alerting medical staff of any changes or concerns
- Managed post-operative care by dressing wounds, applying bandages, and providing instructions on proper wound care
- Collaborated with nurses and anesthesiologists to ensure patient comfort before, during, and after surgery
- Maintained accurate documentation of surgical procedures including pre-op assessments, intraoperative details, and post-op notes
- Assisted in the positioning of patients on the operating table to optimize access for surgeons
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols at all times to minimize risk of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)
- Performed basic diagnostic tests such as blood pressure measurements or EKGs prior to surgery
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay updated on new techniques or advancements in surgical technology
- Coordinated with supply chain management to maintain adequate inventory levels of surgical supplies and equipment
- Assisted in emergency situations by quickly responding to requests from the surgical team
- Provided emotional support to patients before surgery by addressing their concerns or fears
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as radiologists or pathologists when necessary
- Aided in the closure of incisions using appropriate suturing techniques
- Administered medications as directed by the surgeon or anesthesiologist
- Assisted in the transport of patients to and from the operating room
- Maintained a clean and organized surgical environment, adhering to strict sterile techniques
- Managed patient flow in the operating room, ensuring efficient turnover between procedures
- Assisted with pre-operative assessments including reviewing medical histories and conducting physical examinations
- Provided education to patients and their families regarding post-operative care instructions
Dental Assistant
Angelo Oral Surgery and Dental Implant
07.2022 - 07.2023
Dental Assistant
CHILDREN'S DENTAL CLINIC
01.2022 - 06.2022
Nurse instrumentalists
Centro Europeo Cirugía Plástica
01.2015 - 02.2017
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Reduced postoperative complications by closely monitoring and assessing patients during recovery.
- Provided skilled perioperative nursing care for a diverse range of general surgery cases.
- Successfully advocated for patients'' needs and preferences by engaging in open dialogue with physicians, surgeons, and other interdisciplinary team members.
- Consistently maintained patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations while fostering trust between patients and medical professionals during sensitive surgical experiences.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the general surgery setting.
- Administered medication safely according to established guidelines while carefully monitoring any potential side effects or adverse reactions experienced by patients undergoing general surgeries .
- Effectively documented all aspects of patient care during their time on the unit, ensuring accurate and timely communication among all members of the healthcare team.
- Educated patients on postoperative instructions, significantly reducing readmission rates due to complications or misunderstandings about home care requirements.
- Managed complex wound care for postoperative patients, promoting proper healing and preventing infection through meticulous attention to detail.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff members, sharing expertise in general surgery procedures and best practices for patient care management.
- Contributed to positive patient experiences by offering emotional support and promoting effective communication among team members.
- Responded effectively to emergency situations within the operating room, taking immediate action to ensure patient safety while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed caseload of [Number] patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
Education
Nursing (College Degree) -
Universidad Dr Andrés Bello
12.2010
Skills
- Fluent in two languages
- Dental chairside assisting
- Experience with HIPAA standards
- Experienced in software utilization
- Human anatomy Knowledge
- Knowledgeable in medical terminology
- Patient documentation management
- Effective communication
- Infection safety protocols
- CPR certified
- Strong organizational abilities
- Medication management
- Direct patient support
- Dentrix proficiency
- Critical care experience
- Chairside assisting
- Nursing
- Dental Assisting
- RDA
- Infection Control Training
- Surgical procedures
- Clinical patient monitoring
- Dental office experience
- Dental terminology
- Aseptic technique
- Medical office experience
- Customer service
- Caregiving
- Hospital experience
- ICU Experience
- Home care
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Surgical equipment handling
- Suturing
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Operating room etiquette
- Safe sharps disposal
- Wound dressing
- Professionalism and ethics
- Medication administration
- Tissue handling techniques
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Patient positioning expertise
- Continuous learning attitude
- Preoperative checklists
- Patient transportation
- Critical thinking
- Surgical instrumentation
- Suture cutting
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
Certified in CPR/AED
Vitals monitoring
Accomplishments
- Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
Certification
- Registered Dental Assistant
- BLS Certification
- Driver's License
- AED Certification
- X-Ray Certification
- Certified Dental Assistant
- Nitrous Oxide Certification
Languages
Spanish - Expert
English - Fluent
Timeline
Surgical Assistant
Texas Oral Surgery Group (a division of OMS360)
02.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Angelo Oral Surgery and Dental Implant
07.2022 - 07.2023
Dental Assistant
CHILDREN'S DENTAL CLINIC
01.2022 - 06.2022
Nurse instrumentalists
Centro Europeo Cirugía Plástica
01.2015 - 02.2017
Nursing (College Degree) -
Universidad Dr Andrés Bello