JAMES HANDY
Las Vegas
Summary
Motivated nursing student graduated in April 2026, with over a decade of experience in high-acuity surgical and military settings, focused on supporting patient care. Excels in fast-paced environments where attention to detail, teamwork, and patient safety are essential. Proficient in post-anesthesia care, patient monitoring, pain management, and emergency response, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Seeking a New Graduate RN Residency in a critical care area to further develop clinical judgment and deliver safe, compassionate, evidence-based care while maintaining a strong work ethic and calm demeanor under pressure.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PACU Nurse
Coranodo Surgery Center
Las Vegas, NV
05.2026 - Current
- Monitored post-anesthesia recovery, ensuring patient safety and comfort during critical transition phases.
- Administered medications and managed pain control protocols in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to optimize patient outcomes and streamline recovery processes.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing understanding of recovery expectations.
Surgical Technologist
Affinity Surgery Center | Queensridge Surgery Center | Coronado Surgery Center
Las Vegas, NV
01.2023 - Current
- Provide direct perioperative support in fast-paced, high-acuity outpatient surgical settings.
- Maintain sterile fields and adhere to strict infection prevention and patient safety standards.
- Anticipate patient and provider needs to support efficient care delivery and positive outcomes.
- Communicate effectively with nurses, surgeons, and anesthesia providers during critical moments of care.
Surgical Technologist (Active Duty)
United States Air Force | Eglin AFB & Nellis AFB
01.2011 - 01.2023
- Supported complex surgical procedures across multiple specialties, including trauma-related and emergent cases.
- Functioned effectively in high-stress environments requiring rapid assessment, adaptability, and teamwork.
- Served as Operating Room Safety Officer, reinforcing safe practices and regulatory compliance.
- Mentored junior personnel and students, reinforcing accountability, professionalism, and clinical readiness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support mission readiness and patient safety in dynamic care settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Las Vegas, NV04-2026
Skills
- Critical Thinking and Rapid Prioritization
- Patient Safety and Infection Prevention
- High-Acuity and Emergent Care Support
- Calm, Focused Performance Under Pressure
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Professional Communication and Documentation
- Anesthesia recovery
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient recovery assessments
Certification
- Introduction to Critical Care Nursing, Chamberlain University
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- C-STARS (Center for the Sustainment of Trauma and Readiness Skills)
- EMEDS (Expeditionary Medical Support) Phases I & II
- Ground Surgical Team / SMART Trained (Sustained Medical and Readiness Trained)
PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Strong sense of responsibility and accountability
- Adaptable, dependable, and eager to learn
- Patient-centered approach with military-developed discipline
- Committed to growth as a critical care nurse
Timeline
PACU Nurse
Coranodo Surgery Center
05.2026 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Affinity Surgery Center | Queensridge Surgery Center | Coronado Surgery Center
01.2023 - Current
Surgical Technologist (Active Duty)
United States Air Force | Eglin AFB & Nellis AFB
01.2011 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University