Jordan Mueller
Whitefish,MT
Summary
Highly motivated OR professional with 11 years experience in both circulating and scrub roles, within a "Plane Tree" certified hospital setting. Skilled in major aspects of perioperative nursing for general surgery, Ortho, ENT, Podiatry, Endoscopy, Robotics, OB/GYN, and Urology. Also trained in Phase 1 PACU Recovery and Sterile Processing. Efficiency and quality are primary points of focus. Detail oriented with excellent multitasking skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Services Director
Logan Health Whitefish
04.2022 - Current
- Director oversight over Same Day Surgery, PACU, Pre-Admit Testing, Sterile Processing, and the Operating Room which includes roughly 50 employees.
- Responsible for employee payroll, multiple department budgets, hiring, disciplinary action, and employee education.
- Collaboration with system Operating Room leadership to streamline system strategies and processes to improve quality and patient access.
- Ensure departments following CMS regulations and protocols.
- Helped Logan Health WF achieve a 5-star CMS rating.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Logan Health Whitefish
02.2018 - 04.2022
- Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly established rapport with patients and colleagues.
- Coordinated with anesthesia providers to ensure proper administration of anesthesia during procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for pre-and post-operative patients.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and enhance OR practices.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
Surgical Technologist
Logan Health Whitefish
05.2013 - 02.2018
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing anxiety or discomfort prior to surgery, helping alleviate concerns while maintaining professionalism.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing- Kalispell Campus
Montana State University - Bozeman
Bozeman, MT12.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Flathead Valley Community College
Kalispell, MT05.2013
Skills
- General Surgery
- Laparoscopic/Endoscopy
- Robotics
- Urology
- OB/GYN
- Orthopedics
- Podiatry
- ENT
- Sterilization
- ESWL
- Fracture Beds
Certification
Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Advanced Life Support (ALS) Certification
Registered Nurse in the State of Montana, License number NUR-RN-LIC-129159
Timeline
Surgical Services Director
Logan Health Whitefish
04.2022 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Logan Health Whitefish
02.2018 - 04.2022
Surgical Technologist
Logan Health Whitefish
05.2013 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing- Kalispell Campus
Montana State University - Bozeman
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Flathead Valley Community College
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