Heidi Fleck
Harrisburg,NC
Summary
Committed and detail-oriented nursing student at ECPI University, Charlotte, graduating in July 2025. Proficient in surgical assistance, clinical management, and ambulatory surgical center operations. Experienced in preoperative and post-anesthesia care, with a strong foundation in OR procedures and patient recovery. Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and fostering effective collaboration within healthcare teams. Actively pursuing a registered nurse position to leverage clinical expertise and contribute to improved patient outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Assistant
Riverbend Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
05.2022 - Current
- Extensive experience in preoperative and post-anesthesia care, with a strong foundation in OR procedures and patient recovery.
- Oversee clinical operations and staff, ensuring compliance with clinical protocols and optimal patient care
- Assist surgeons with all surgical and non-surgical procedures, including preoperative IV insertion, patient monitoring during sedation, and postoperative recovery
- Lead team training and perform regular audits to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards
- Manage sedation and crash cart medications, ensuring accurate inventory and adherence to safety regulations
Surgical Assistant/Clinical Manager
Carolina Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
04.2000 - 01.2021
- Started all IVs in preparation for surgical procedures
- Monitored patients during sedation and recovery, ensuring safety and comfort
- Assessed emergency situations and provided necessary and proper responses in accordance with emergency protocols
- Responsible for all surgical procedure preparation, including maintaining sterile environments and organizing instruments
- Managed all office medications, including sedation medications and crash cart inventory
- Performed telephone triage during operating hours and after business hours, addressing patient concerns and emergencies
- Conducted regular audits to ensure no expired materials existed in patient care areas
- Researched and compiled data for Medtronic and Pacira Pharmaceuticals
- Conducted post-market surveillance studies on RidgeForm Mesh with BMP and sinus lift surgeries with BMP
- Authored and published three articles for oral and maxillofacial surgery journals
- Collaborated on and led clinical research: "A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study of the Effect of Liposomal Bupivacaine on Postoperative Opioid Prescribing After Third Molar Extraction."
- Reviewed and verified confidential or private client information, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations
- Verified data by cross-checking and comparing source documentation for accuracy
- Organized paper formats, backups, and material source files to maintain efficient workflows
- Collaborated on and led clinical research: "A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study of the Effect of Liposomal Bupivacaine on Postoperative Opioid Prescribing After Third Molar Extraction."
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
ECPI University
Charlotte, NC07.2025
Skills
Clinical assessment
- Critical thinking
- Ambulatory surgery center
- Operating Room,Circulating and Scrub Nurse Experience
- IV insertion
- Leadership
- Research
- Electronic medical records (EMR)
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Documentation
- Postoperative care
- Medication management
- Infection control protocols
- Emergency protocols
- Communication
- Patient education
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Surgical support
- Preoperative checklists
- Hospital Pre-screenings
- Sterile techniques
Clinical Experience
- Atrium Health Huntersville Oaks . 52 hours
- Atrium Health Carolinas Inpatient Rehab - 52 hours
- CaroMont Medical Center Psychiatric Unit – Adults & Pediatrics- 52 Hours
- Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center 7th Floor Oncology-52 Hours
- Fresenius Kidney Care at Home Dialysis- 10 Hours
- Atrium Health CMC 11th Floor Trauma Step Down-12 Hours
- Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center 4C.- 42 Hours
- Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center Labor and Delivery/NICU-40 hours
- Levine Children Hospital Pediatric Med Surg-hrs-40 Hours
- Hemby Children's Hospital 2A/PICU-24 Hours
- Novant Matthews- ICCU/ICU/OR-90 Hours
- Atrium Main ED- 36 Hours
Certification
CNA
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Active
Phlebotomist
SPICE
Timeline
Surgical Assistant
Riverbend Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
05.2022 - Current
Surgical Assistant/Clinical Manager
Carolina Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
04.2000 - 01.2021
Associates Degree - Nursing
ECPI University
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