Karen Hudson-Weber
Summary
Hardworking and dependable registered nurse offering 22 years of operating room experience. Known for paying close attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Strong background in Orthopedics but experienced in General, ENT, Plastics, Neuro-Spine, GYN, and Urology as well.
Currently enrolled in a BSN program, is seeking and eager to secure a new position that is challenging and a professional advancement within the company.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Circulator
Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital
11.2017 - Current
- Prepped operating rooms and equipment according to surgery and surgeon preference while complying with environmental asepsis standards.
- Positioned patients, prep patients, provided patient advocacy and monitored sterility in the operating room.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Performed as a team player by maintaining collegial and working relationships with other nursing staff and surgeons to ensure quality patient care.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Operating Room Circulator Travel Nurse
Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital
10.2016 - 10.2017
Operating Room Circulator Travel Nurse
Parham Doctors Hospital
07.2016 - 10.2016
Operating Room Circulator Travel Nurse
Lewis Gale Medical Center
03.2016 - 06.2016
Operating Room Circulator
Charlotte Surgery Center
05.2015 - 02.2016
Operating Room Circulator
Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital
01.2002 - 05.2015
Medical/Surgical/Pediatric Floor Nurse
Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2002
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA05.1998
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA05.1996
Skills
- Surgical Services
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Patient Advocacy
- Teamwork
- Operating Room Preparations
- Accurate Documentation
- Surgical Counts
- Infection Prevention
Licenses & Certifications
Registered Nurse- VA Board of Nursing. License # 0001159458. Expires 08/31/2025
Basic Life Support- Expires 08/25/2025
Timeline
Operating Room Circulator
Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital
11.2017 - Current
Operating Room Circulator Travel Nurse
Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital
10.2016 - 10.2017
Operating Room Circulator Travel Nurse
Parham Doctors Hospital
07.2016 - 10.2016
Operating Room Circulator Travel Nurse
Lewis Gale Medical Center
03.2016 - 06.2016
Operating Room Circulator
Charlotte Surgery Center
05.2015 - 02.2016
Operating Room Circulator
Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital
01.2002 - 05.2015
Medical/Surgical/Pediatric Floor Nurse
Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2002
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shenandoah University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Shenandoah University
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