Skilled nursing professional with more than 10 years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and their families. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities. Known for excellent bedside manner and attention to detail for optimum patient safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Summerport Surgery Center
10.2023 - Current
Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
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.
Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Conducted thorough preoperative assessments to identify potential risks and address concerns prior to surgery.
Provided instruction to patients and family members before and after surgical procedures.
Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
Streamlined communication among surgical team members, facilitating efficient flow of information during critical moments in surgery.
Assessed patient conditions and made real-time decisions to support surgical outcomes.
Maintained composure in high-pressure situations, displaying resilience while managing unexpected challenges during surgeries.
Coordinated with surgical teams to prepare operating rooms, readying necessary instruments and supplies for each procedure.
Served as a liaison between the surgical team and family members, providing timely updates on patient progress.
RN
Kissimmee Endoscopy Center
05.2020 - 10.2023
Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough pre-operative assessments and identifying potential risks.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes during the pre-surgical phase.
Streamlined the pre-operative process through effective communication with surgical teams, anesthesiologists, and patients.
Improved overall patient satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering compassionate and high-quality nursing care throughout the entire pre-op experience.
Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
Educated patients and families on post-surgery expectations, care instructions, and follow-up appointments to support successful recoveries.
Safeguarded patients from potential complications with vigilant recognition and prompt intervention when necessary.
Assessed patients'' readiness for transfer to step-down units or home, ensuring all criteria were met before proceeding with transitions of care.
Facilitated smooth handoffs between surgical teams and PACU staff by effectively communicating pertinent information regarding patient status.
Lab Assistant
Advent Health Kissimmee
01.2014 - 04.2020
Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Logged patient information and recorded results into system.
Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
Promoted mission, vision, and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
Organized daily work based on collection priority.
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