Kirsten Cuevas
Gulfport,Mississippi
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional specializing in critical care and surgical environments. Focused on enhancing patient outcomes through effective teamwork, mentoring, and strict adherence to safety protocols. Skilled in navigating high-pressure situations to ensure patient safety and procedural efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital Gulfport
03.2025 - Current
- Delivered patient care during complex cardiovascular, neurosurgical, vascular, and orthopedic surgeries, maintaining strict safety standards.
- Coordinated patient care during surgical procedures, contributing to optimal patient outcomes and strict safety adherence.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and responded promptly to changes in condition during surgeries.
- Adapted to changing situations in the operating room, applying problem-solving skills to maintain patient safety and procedural flow.
- Assisted in the preparation of operating rooms, maintaining sterile environments and equipment readiness.
- Mentored new nurses, facilitating their transition into the operating room and enhancing team competency.
- Ensured patient rights and well-being during care procedures.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Memorial Hospital Gulfport
03.2023 - Current
- Administered critical care interventions and medications in high-acuity patient settings.
- Monitored vital signs and implemented safety protocols to maintain patient stability in critical situations.
- Managed complex patient cases, coordinating with specialists to optimize treatment strategies and enhance patient outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, facilitating accurate treatment administration and promoting timely patient recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
- Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
PATIENT CARE EXTERN
Memorial Hospital at Gulfport, MS
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted patients with safe positioning and ambulation to enhance mobility.
- Supported patients with eating, bathing, and grooming to promote personal hygiene and comfort.
- Tracked patient vitals promptly to support accurate health assessments.
ENDOSCOPY TECHNICIAN
Memorial Hospital at Gulfport, MS
11.2019 - 03.2023
- Prepared Endo rooms to ensure readiness and compliance with procedure requirements.
- Disinfected and calibrated endoscopic instruments, including scopes and balloons, to maintain safety and functionality.
- Performed safety checks to verify equipment function before procedures.
- Placed devices such as blood pressure cuffs, pulse oximetry, nasal cannula, surgical cautery pads and cardiac monitor electrodes on patients to monitor vital signs.
- Collected specimens following standard procedures for accurate lab analysis.
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
Memorial Hospital at Gulfport, MS
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Measured and recorded patient vitals at triage to support initial assessment.
- Engaged with patients to accurately assess and address their needs.
- Obtained blood, stool, and urine samples from patients for diagnostic testing.
- Ensured availability of medical supplies for doctors and nurses during procedures.
- Transported patients to the floor, CT, MRI, etc...
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
West Harrison High School
Gulfport, MS05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
Tradition, MS02-2023
Some College (No Degree) -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gulfport, MSSkills
- Operating room safety
- Patient safety protocols
- Sterility maintenance
- Scrub nurse duties
- Circulating nurse duties
- Cardiovascular surgery assistance
- Patient positioning techniques
- Emergency response protocols
- Patient charting procedures
- Clinical mentorship
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient communication techniques
- Patient advocacy efforts
- Compassionate care
- Bedside manner
- ACLS certification
References
Whitney Sutton, ICU manager 228-234-8994
Ashley Garcia, ICU Lead RN/CABG RN 228-575-2500
Molly Necaise, ICU Lead RN/CABG RN 662-404-0420
Jessica Jennings, ICU Resource RN/Lead RN/CABG RN 228-547-3161
Tish Murphy, CVOR Physician Assistant 228-222-0082
Maegan Rose, Neurosurgery Coordinator 601-917-5984
Jackie Bunch, Perioperative Services Management 228-669-0443
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital Gulfport
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Memorial Hospital Gulfport
03.2023 - Current
PATIENT CARE EXTERN
Memorial Hospital at Gulfport, MS
08.2022 - 03.2023
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
Memorial Hospital at Gulfport, MS
11.2020 - 06.2021
ENDOSCOPY TECHNICIAN
Memorial Hospital at Gulfport, MS
11.2019 - 03.2023
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
West Harrison High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
Some College (No Degree) -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College