Proactive Operating Room Nurse utilizing critical thinking and patient assessment skills. Bilingual and experienced in various clinical procedures. Extensive experience in neuro/spine and ortho cases.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
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Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital EMS
08.2023 - 04.2024
Improved patient care by efficiently preparing operating rooms and ensuring all necessary supplies were readily available.
Assisted surgical teams with seamless communication, resulting in a well-coordinated and successful procedure.
Ensured a sterile environment for surgeries by adhering to strict protocols and guidelines.
Maintained accurate documentation of each surgery, contributing to better post-operative care and followup.
Promoted positive working relationships within the surgical team through open communication and collaboration on best practices.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Jupiter Medical Center
03.2022 - 07.2023
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Participated in OR suite turnaround procedures such as cleaning and case cart management.
Adhered to universal precautions, applying aseptic techniques to operating room equipment and personnel.
Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Baptist Hospital Of Miami
09.2019 - 03.2022
2 years experience in a neuro surgery team
Assessing patients prior to surgery and alleviating their concerns
Gathering all supplies needed for the operation
Assuming responsibility of keeping the operating room sterilized
Position and prepare patient on operating table
Pass medical instruments or other objects to the surgeon during operation
Monitor patient’s vital signs to detect anomalies
Evaluate patient in postoperative phases
Adhere to safety standards and precautions
Assume duties within or out of the sterile field as assigned
Anesthesia Technician
West Kendall Baptist Hospital
03.2014 - 08.2019
Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Universal Career School
Miami, FL
05.2018
Skills
Proven experience as operating room nurse
Solid understanding of patient safety and precautions
Outstanding organizational ability
Cool tempered with emotional and physical stamina
Excellent knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques
In-depth knowledge of surgical operation procedures
A great team player with excellent communication skills
Diploma in nursing and a valid licence
Timeline
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Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital EMS
08.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Jupiter Medical Center
03.2022 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Baptist Hospital Of Miami
09.2019 - 03.2022
Anesthesia Technician
West Kendall Baptist Hospital
03.2014 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Universal Career School
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