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Giovanni Naranjo

Valencia,CA

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 20+ years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Ambulatory Surgery Unit specialty.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Perioperative Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
10.2006 - Current
  • Maintained compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and national nursing standards through diligent adherence to established protocols.
  • Safeguarded confidential patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Increased efficiency in operating room by anticipating surgeon''s needs during procedures and promptly providing required instruments or supplies.
  • Planned, executed, directed and evaluated nursing care given to surgical patient through perioperative experience to promote highest quality and patient safety.
  • Minimized complications during surgery by assisting surgeons in maintaining a sterile field and passing instruments efficiently.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Streamlined pre-and post-operative processes through effective collaboration with anesthesia providers for timely administration of anesthesia services during surgeries.
  • Involved patient and support person in decisions affecting perioperative plan of care and rehabilitation process and evaluated patient progress toward attaining outcomes.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Supported surgical teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining composed demeanor, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
  • Provided quality perioperative care by closely monitoring patients throughout their surgical experience.
  • Reduced surgical site infections through meticulous adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to new technologies and equipment within operating room, enhancing efficiency and accuracy during surgeries.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and streamline surgical process.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient information by maintaining electronic health records in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment within the perioperative department through active participation in staff meetings.
  • Facilitated successful surgeries by setting up equipment properly, positioning patients correctly, and performing necessary counts of instruments and supplies before each procedure.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Provided compassionate, individualized care for each patient while in operating room.
  • Maximized resource utilization by appropriately managing inventory levels of medical supplies in perioperative area.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough preoperative assessments and effectively communicating with surgical team.
  • Prepared, implemented and evaluated nursing care for patients through each step of surgical procedure.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Perioperative Registered Nurse

Pacific Alliance Medical Center
03.2003 - 10.2006

Circulating RN

GI procedures

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Mubarak Al-Kabeer Hospital
05.1996 - 03.2000
  • Provided high-quality care for diverse patient populations, addressing individual needs and concerns.
  • Circulating Nurse
  • Anesthesia assistant

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Medina College
Ozamiz City, Philippines
03.1992

Skills

  • Relief Charge RN
  • Unit Coordinator
  • Resource Person
  • Scrub nurse (minor surgery)
  • Turn over team

Timeline

Perioperative Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
10.2006 - Current

Perioperative Registered Nurse

Pacific Alliance Medical Center
03.2003 - 10.2006

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Mubarak Al-Kabeer Hospital
05.1996 - 03.2000

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Medina College
Giovanni Naranjo