Joan De Bella
Lake Havasu City,AZ
Summary
Highly experienced RN in the perioperative setting. Over 20 years experience. Extremely reliable, dependable, efficient and organized.
Healthcare professional with robust background in perioperative nursing seeking to contribute to dynamic surgical team. Known for delivering exceptional patient care throughout surgical procedures and maintaining stringent adherence to sterile techniques. Highly collaborative and adaptable, contributing to seamless team operations and positive patient outcomes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room RN Circulator Charge Nurse
Western Arizona Regional Medical Center
Bullhead City, AZ
02.2025 - Current
- Circulate surgical , General surgery, Orthopedics,Podiatry, Endoscopy, Robotics, Laparoscopic, Vascular
- Administered preoperative and postoperative care to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to optimize workflow and enhance communication during procedures.
- Assisted in the preparation of operating rooms, ensuring compliance with sterile protocols and safety standards.
- Educated patients and families regarding surgical procedures, fostering understanding and reducing anxiety.
- Implemented best practices for infection control, enhancing overall patient outcomes in the operating room environment.
- Monitored vital signs and adjusted care plans based on patient responses during surgeries.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on surgical protocols, promoting skill development and confidence in clinical settings.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Collected, labeled, and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- OR room set up while maintaining sterile technique
- Coordination with sur
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Staffing
Travel RN
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
04.2021 - 02.2025
- Patient and family education
- Circulating surgical procedures
- Assisting anesthesia with intubation/monitoring vs
- Assisting staff with OR set up and turn overs
- Positioning patients for OR procedures
- Assisting staff and surgeons during surgical procedures
- Delivered patient-centered care in diverse healthcare settings across various states.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments effectively.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and hospital policies for quality assurance.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
RN DON OR circulator
Advanced Surgical Institute
Huntington Beach, CA
05.2005 - 11.2024
- DON Circulating RN.
- Scheduling staff
- Ordering medications
- Employee education
- Employee training
- Patient care
- Pre op
- Patient and family education
- IV’s
- Medication adjust ration
- Patient advocate
- Opening operating room
- Circulating
- Assisting anesthesiologist
- Patient care
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing understanding and compliance with treatment protocols.
- Evaluated patient conditions and adjusted nursing interventions to improve overall health status effectively.
- Advocated for patient needs during surgical procedures, ensuring safety and comfort throughout the experience.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
RN DON
Plastic Surgery Inst
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
08.2013 - 04.2022
- Staff scheduling
- Medication ordering
- Staff education
- Direct patient care
- Perioperative care
- Pre op of surgical patient
- PACU
- Direct communication with surgeon
- Administered patient care pre- and post-operative procedures in plastic surgery settings.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes during surgeries.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and recovery processes for enhanced satisfaction.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Developed nursing protocols to improve efficiency in surgical preparation and recovery areas.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on best practices in plastic surgery care.
RN Operating Room
Lake Havasu Regional Medical Center
Lake Havasu City, AZ
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Operating room RN
- Circulating operating room procedures
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety protocols.
- Assisted in the preparation of operating rooms, ensuring sterile environments and necessary equipment availability.
- Educated patients and families on pre- and post-operative care instructions for enhanced recovery.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
La Paz Regional Hospital
Parker, AZ
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Staff nurse in OR. Pre op, Peri op and Recovery
- Patient and family education
- Admitting patient for surgery
- Circulate operating room procedures
RN Staff Nurse
Hoag Hospital
Newport Beach, CA
05.2003 - 03.2006
- Labor and Delivery Nurse
- Delivered high-quality patient care in diverse clinical settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and preventive measures.
Staff Nurse
Santa Ana Hospital med ctr
Santa Ana, CA
07.2000 - 05.2003
- Postpartum and Newborn nursery, Labor and Delivery RN
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care strategies.
- Monitored and documented patient vital signs and medical histories accurately and consistently.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and preventative care practices.
RN Staff Nurse
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Elmira, NY
08.1998 - 06.2000
- Med/surg nurse.
- Postpartum nurse
Education
Nursing - RN diploma
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Elmira, NY06.1998
Skills
- Nursing team leadership, Charge Nurse
- Healthcare team leadership
- Operating room circulator
- Perioperative Care
- Vital Signs
- Hospital Experience
- Pediatrics
- Operating room safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient positioning
- Patient safety
- Maintaining sterility
- Critical thinking
- Surgical assistance
- Patient communication
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient advocacy
- Basic life support
- IV insertion
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Preoperative checklists
- Patient and family education
- Patient charting
- IV administration
Certification
- Compact State Nurse License
- RN
- CPR Certification
- ACLS Certification February 2024 to February 2028
- BLS Certification February 2024 to February 2028
- PALS Certification February 2024 to February 2028
- NIHSS Certification
- RN License
Timeline
Operating Room RN Circulator Charge Nurse
Western Arizona Regional Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
Travel RN
Aya Healthcare
04.2021 - 02.2025
RN Operating Room
Lake Havasu Regional Medical Center
02.2019 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
La Paz Regional Hospital
08.2018 - 02.2019
RN DON
Plastic Surgery Inst
08.2013 - 04.2022
RN DON OR circulator
Advanced Surgical Institute
05.2005 - 11.2024
RN Staff Nurse
Hoag Hospital
05.2003 - 03.2006
Staff Nurse
Santa Ana Hospital med ctr
07.2000 - 05.2003
RN Staff Nurse
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
08.1998 - 06.2000
Nursing - RN diploma
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer