Compassionate perioperative Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient and inpatient settings. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Bilingual, Spanish speaking.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Operating Room
McKinney Surgery Center
McKinney, TX
02.2022 - Current
Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
Najera Cosmetic And Plastic Surgery
Frisco, TX
10.2021 - Current
Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Agency Registered Nurse, Perioperative Care
Medely And Cosmetic Companions
Dallas, TX
07.2021 - Current
Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Perioperative Registered Nurse and Nurse Injector
Robert Schwartz Plastic Surgery
Dallas, TX
04.2021 - 07.2021
Planned, executed, directed and evaluated nursing care given to surgical patient through perioperative experience to promote highest quality and patient safety.
Educated patients and loved ones regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
Admitted, assessed and prepared ambulatory care patients for surgery in accordance with surgery center policies and individual patient needs.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Methodist Richardson Medical Center
Richardson, TX
12.2020 - 05.2021
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Staff Nurse, Perioperative Care
United Surgical Partners International
Plano, TX
03.2020 - 12.2020
Prepared, implemented and evaluated nursing care for patients through each step of surgical procedure.
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse, PCU
Medical City Healthcare
Plano, Tx
04.2019 - 02.2020
Demonstrated ability to advocate for and strive to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse, Psychiatry
Sharp Healthcare
San Diego, Ca
01.2017 - 06.2018
Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses on an inpatient medical/psychiatric unit and PACU, with former units being Sub-Acute and Med-Surg.
Carried out nursing tasks and delegation in the safest possible manner to ensure a high level of care that complied with the organization's procedures and regulations.
Provided key information regarding diseases, medications, course of treatment discharge instructions to patients and caregivers.