JESSICA LANTRIP
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Skilled Registered Nurse with 6 years of perioperative experience as a circulator across diverse surgical specialties, including orthopedic, spine, CVOR, robotic, ENT, vascular, plastics, GYN, and general procedures. Demonstrates strong sterile technique and adaptability while ensuring efficient OR turnover and effective coordination within multidisciplinary teams. Expertise in managing care for patients undergoing complex procedures and assessing individuals of all ages.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Audubon Surgery Center
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2026 - Current
- Circulate robotic, general, ENT and Orthopedic cases
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort during procedures.
- Prepared operating room instruments and supplies, ensuring readiness for diverse surgical procedures.
- Assisted in positioning patients for surgeries, enhancing access and visibility for surgeons.
PRN Circulating Nurse
Surgicenter Camelback
10.2025 - Current
- Delivered per diem coverage for orthopedic and outpatient surgical procedures, ensuring continuity of care.
- Circulated orthopedic, spine, podiatry, and hand cases to support timely surgical outcomes.
- Adapted swiftly to diverse surgical teams and varying case loads, enhancing team collaboration.
Full-Time Circulating Nurse
The CORE Institute
Phoenix, AZ
10.2025 - 04.2026
- Circulated high-volume orthopedic and spine cases, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in ambulatory surgical settings.
- Maintained sterile field integrity, anticipating and fulfilling surgeon and anesthesia needs to enhance surgical efficiency.
- Supported seamless turnover and case flow, contributing to timely and effective surgical procedures in a fast-paced environment.
Full-Time Circulating Nurse
Wellness Surgical Center
McKinney, Texas
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Supported surgeons and anesthesiologists during operations, enhancing patient safety and procedural efficiency.
- Coordinated orthopedic, podiatry, vascular, and pain management cases among healthcare team to optimize patient care.
- Recorded patient information and surgical events accurately, while preparing operating rooms to ensure readiness for procedures.
Travel Operating Room Nurse
UC Health, Aya Healthcare, Medical Solution
Aurora, USA
07.2023 - 04.2025
- Worked at UC Health University of Colorado Hospital, Providence Medical Center, and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
- Collaborated across specialties including CVOR, Orthopedics, robotics, ENT, vascular, plastics, GYN, and urology
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
CVOR Nurse
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, USA
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to streamline surgical procedures, reducing delays and enhancing overall efficiency.
- Coordinated instrumentation management and intraoperative care, contributing to successful surgical outcomes.
- Circulated cardiovascular surgical procedures, ensuring adherence to protocols and patient safety.
Pre/Post/OR Nurse
Provas Vascular Cath Lab
Sandy, USA
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Managed conscious sedation medication and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort during procedures.
- Oversaw daily care of four patients from preoperative assessment through discharge, ensuring continuity and quality of care.
- Served as liaison between patients and physicians, facilitating communication to enhance operational flow and patient experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03-2023
Associate Degree in Nursing - ADN
University of Arkansas Community College
Batesville, AR01-2019
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Patient safety
- Patient education and support
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Prioritization
- Teamwork
- Client collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Colorado RN License
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Audubon Surgery Center
05.2026 - Current
PRN Circulating Nurse
Surgicenter Camelback
10.2025 - Current
Full-Time Circulating Nurse
The CORE Institute
10.2025 - 04.2026
Full-Time Circulating Nurse
Wellness Surgical Center
05.2025 - 09.2025
Travel Operating Room Nurse
UC Health, Aya Healthcare, Medical Solution
07.2023 - 04.2025
CVOR Nurse
University of Utah
07.2021 - 06.2023
Pre/Post/OR Nurse
Provas Vascular Cath Lab
07.2020 - 06.2021
Associate Degree in Nursing - ADN
University of Arkansas Community College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Western Governors University