A Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Circulator/PreOp/PACU/Telephonic Registered Nurse
Southwest Endoscopy, USPI Outpatient Surgery Centers
03.2019 - Current
Screen medical records and information for necessity and appropriateness and referred for physician review cases not meeting medical criteria.
Assessed current treatment plan to identify barriers, clarify or determine realistic goals and objectives and seek potential alternatives.
Collaborated with other health care professionals regarding plan of care and variances in plan implementation to achieve outcomes.
Evaluate patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
Intraoperative Registered Nurse
St. Joseph's Outpatient Surgery Center, USPI
06.2016 - 03.2019
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Cosmetic Registered Nurse
Body By Kotoske
01.2016 - 09.2017
Created warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable immediately before and after surgery.
Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
Evaluated patients to detect contraindications before anesthesia or scheduled surgery.
Connected with patients and families from variety of cultural and economic backgrounds to establish and maintain open communication for improved patient outcomes.
Postpartum Registered Nurse
Banner Desert Medical Center
03.2014 - 01.2016
Monitored and assessed mother and newborn after delivery to ascertain proper healing and recovery.
Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
Assisted mothers in establishing breastfeeding relationships with infants with proper latching demonstrations.
Supported pregnant women in healthy labor processes.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center
07.2012 - 02.2014
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Remained calm and productive during life-threatening situations to maximise positive outcomes.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Optimised outcomes in critical care situations through advanced life-saving techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Maricopa Community Colleges - Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
05.2025
ACLS certification - undefined
BCLS certification - undefined
Bachelor’s Degree - undefined
WGU - undefined
Skills
EMR Systems
Clinical Expertise
Microsoft Office
Coordinating Services
Admitting Processes
Medical Supply Management
Client Communication
Treatment Plans
Industry Best Practices
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Medical Records Management
Timeline
Circulator/PreOp/PACU/Telephonic Registered Nurse
Southwest Endoscopy, USPI Outpatient Surgery Centers
03.2019 - Current
Intraoperative Registered Nurse
St. Joseph's Outpatient Surgery Center, USPI
06.2016 - 03.2019
Cosmetic Registered Nurse
Body By Kotoske
01.2016 - 09.2017
Postpartum Registered Nurse
Banner Desert Medical Center
03.2014 - 01.2016
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center
07.2012 - 02.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Maricopa Community Colleges - Scottsdale Community College