Reliable professional with 30+years of experience caring for patients undergoing surgical procedures. Detailed when reviewing patient history. Attentive to patient condition, aseptic procedures, and overall safety resulting in positive surgery experiences and ideal health outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Nurse
Onslow Memorial hospital
Jacksonville, North Carolina
07.2025 - Current
Assisted in preoperative assessments and patient education for surgical procedures.
Collaborated with surgeons and anesthetists to ensure smooth procedure execution.
Administered medications and maintained sterile environments in operating rooms.
Documented patient information and updated electronic health records accurately.
Prepared operating room by ensuring sterile conditions and organizing instruments.
Collaborated with anesthesia team to maintain patient comfort and safety during surgery.
Documented surgical procedures accurately in patient records for future reference.
Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
Circulating robotic, gynecology, general, neuro and endoscopy surgeries
Surgical Registered Nurse
Health Carousel Travel Nursing
Cincinnati, Ohio
02.2022 - Current
Accept contracts with different medical facilities through this company.
Work in many different specialties in the O.R.
Maintain my continued education credits per state and facility requirements
Keep my certifications current
Surgical Nurse
Mercy One Medical Center
Mason City, Iowa
04.2025 - 07.2025
Assisted in preoperative assessments and patient education for surgical procedures.
Monitored vital signs and provided immediate care during surgical operations.
Collaborated with surgeons and anesthetists to ensure smooth procedure execution.
Documented patient information and updated electronic health records accurately.
Administered medications and maintained sterile environments in operating rooms.
Prepared operating room by ensuring sterile conditions and organizing instruments.
Collaborated with anesthesia team to maintain patient comfort and safety during surgery.
Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
Circulated robotic, orthopedic, general, and urology
Surgical Nurse
TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee
01.2025 - 04.2025
Assisted in preoperative assessments and patient education for surgical procedures.
Monitored vital signs and provided immediate care during surgical operations.
Collaborated with surgeons and anesthetists to ensure smooth procedure execution.
Documented patient information and updated electronic health records accurately.
Maintained accurate surgical records in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
Prepared operating room by ensuring sterile conditions and organizing instruments.
Collaborated with anesthesia team to maintain patient comfort and safety during surgery.
Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
Assisted in the preparation of operating room and patient for surgical procedures.
Circulated neuro, orthopedic, robotic, urology, general and gynecology
Surgical Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital S E
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
09.2024 - 01.2025
Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and care.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the medical staff.
Implemented infection control protocols during surgical procedures.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Prepared operating room by ensuring sterile conditions and organizing instruments.
Collaborated with anesthesia team to maintain patient comfort and safety during surgery.
Documented surgical procedures accurately in patient records for future reference.
Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
Assisted in the preparation of operating room and patient for surgical procedures.
Worked on orthopedic/neuro team
Surgical Registered Nurse
Genesis Hospital
Zanesville, Ohio
06.2024 - 09.2024
Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and care.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the medical staff.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes .
Administered medications as prescribed by physicians according to established protocols.
Maintained a sterile field in the operating room at all times in accordance with accepted standards of practice.
Assessed patient conditions before surgical procedures to ensure readiness.
Managed sterile instruments and supplies throughout the surgical process.
Communicated with patients and families to explain procedures and address concerns.
Circulated gynecology, general, robotic, orthopedic surgeries
Surgical Registered Nurse
UM Capital Regional Medical Center
Largo, MD
02.2024 - 05.2024
Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and care.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Documented surgical procedures accurately in patient records for future reference.
Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
Ensured proper functioning of all medical equipment used in the OR.
Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
Utilized electronic health records to document patient care accurately and comprehensively.
Circulated trauma, orthopedic, general, plastics, robotic surgeries
Surgical Registered Nurse
Flowers Hospital
Dothan, Alabama
11.2023 - 02.2024
Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and care.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Prepared operating room by ensuring sterile conditions and organizing instruments.
Assisted surgeons during procedures by anticipating needs and providing necessary tools.
Collaborated with anesthesia team to maintain patient comfort and safety during surgery.
Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
Assisted in the preparation of operating room and patient for surgical procedures.
Ensured proper functioning of all medical equipment used in the OR.
Circulated Orthopedic, neuro, gynecology and general surgeries
Surgical Registered Nurse
UNC Medical Center
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
07.2023 - 10.2023
Assessed patient conditions before surgical procedures to ensure readiness.
Managed sterile instruments and supplies throughout the surgical process.
Communicated with patients and families to explain procedures and address concerns.
Documented surgical events and patient responses for accurate records.
Administered medications as ordered by physician according to established protocol.
Ensured that all necessary instruments and supplies were available for surgical procedures.
Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
Prepared operating rooms by setting up surgical instruments and equipment prior to procedures.
Circulated ENT, plastics, burns, general, gynecology, and orthopedic surgeries
Surgical Registered Nurse
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando, Florida
04.2023 - 07.2023
Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and care.
Circulated trauma, orthopedic, general, vascular, and burns
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to support surgical needs.
Ensured that all necessary instruments and supplies were available for surgical procedures.
Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
Surgical Registered Nurse
St. Marys Hospital
Athens, Georgia
01.2023 - 03.2023
Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and care.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the medical staff.
Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to support surgical needs.
Provided pre-operative teaching to patients and their families regarding the procedure.
Demonstrated expertise in understanding of equipment utilization within an OR setting.
Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
Prepared operating rooms by setting up surgical instruments and equipment prior to procedures.
Utilized electronic health records to document patient care accurately and comprehensively.
• Circulated urology, general, orthopedic, neurology, and gynecology.
Surgical Registered Nurse
Norton Audubon Hospital
Louisville, KY
09.2022 - 12.2022
Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and care.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the medical staff.
Implemented infection control protocols during surgical procedures.
Prepared operating room by ensuring sterile conditions and organizing instruments.
Collaborated with anesthesia team to maintain patient comfort and safety during surgery.
Documented surgical procedures accurately in patient records for future reference.
Assisted in the preparation of operating room and patient for surgical procedures.
Observed body language, movement, and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
Circulated podiatry, thoracic, general, gynecology, plastics, orthopedic and neuro surgeries
Surgical Registered Nurse
Northside Hospital Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
05.2022 - 08.2022
• Circulated neuro, orthopedic, general, plastics and gynecology
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and care.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Participated in continuing education to maintain nursing certifications.
Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
Ensured that all necessary equipment was available in the operating room prior to surgery.
Performed wound dressing changes as needed and assisted with wound debridement when indicated.
Surgical Registered Nurse
East Georgia regional Medical Center
Statesboro, Georgia
02.2022 - 05.2022
Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and care.
Circulated orthopedic, general, vascular, plastics, gynecology and C-section surgeries.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Participated in continuing education to maintain nursing certifications.
Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
Ensured that all necessary equipment was available in the operating room prior to surgery.
Surgical Registered Nurse
Atlanta Orthopedic Institute Surgery Center
Atlanta, Georgia
02.2020 - 02.2022
Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and care.
Monitored vital signs
Assisted in pre-operative and post-operative patient assessments.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
Maintained a sterile field in the operating room at all times in accordance with accepted standards of practice.
Initiated emergency measures in cases of adverse reactions or complications during surgery.
Ensured that all necessary equipment was available in the operating room prior to surgery.
Assessed patient conditions before surgical procedures to ensure readiness.
Managed sterile instruments and supplies throughout the surgical process.
Communicated with patients and families to explain procedures and address concerns.
Demonstrated expertise in understanding of equipment utilization within an OR setting.
Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
Assisted with nursing duties in short-staffed areas.
Assisted in pre-op and post-op as needed
Charge Registered Nurse-O.R.
Emory University Hospital Midtown
Atlanta, Georgia
04.2013 - 02.2020
Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and care.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the medical staff.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Participated in continuing education to maintain nursing certifications.
Responded to emergency situations such as.
Maintained a sterile field in the operating room at all times in accordance with accepted standards of practice.
Evaluated patient's response to treatment and reported any changes or complications to the surgeon or attending physician
Ensured that all necessary equipment was available in the operating room prior to surgery.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Assessed patient conditions before surgical procedures to ensure readiness.
Communicated with patients and families to explain procedures and address concerns.
Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to support surgical needs.
Demonstrated expertise in understanding of equipment utilization within an OR setting.
Ensured that all necessary instruments and supplies were available for surgical procedures.
Circulated all procedures during 11p-7a shift
Charge Nurse on midnight shift
Responded promptly to emergency situations that occurred inside or outside the OR suite.
Participated in safety drills within the Operating Room department.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Shelton State College
Tuscaloosa, AL
08.1991 - 08.1992
Skills
Aseptic technique
Electronic health records
Medication administration
Surgical teamwork
Surgical instrumentation
Collaborative problem solving
Sterile technique
Certified in CPR/AED
ACLS
Multitasking
Operating room preparations
Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
ACLS
BLS
NIHSS
REF
Christi Sledd-RN / MercyOne Med Ctr- 641-832-1518
Alexandrea Hammond- RN / Tristar Southern Hills Med Ctr. 315-882-4271
Tara Simmons - RN Charge / Mercy Hospital SE 636-352-6132
STAFF NURSE, MEDICAL- SURGICAL DEPARTMENT at Al Nairyah General Hospital,Ministry of Health,KSASTAFF NURSE, MEDICAL- SURGICAL DEPARTMENT at Al Nairyah General Hospital,Ministry of Health,KSA