Livia Dos Santos
Morrow,OH
Summary
Registered nurse with specialized experience in endoscopy procedures including EGD, Colonoscopy, EUS, Bronchoscopy, and EBUS. Proficient in providing exceptional patient care throughout the entire process, from pre- to post-procedure assessment, education, discharge planning, and adherence to patient safety protocols. Well-versed in EMR charting and medication administration within a fast-paced interdisciplinary setting, with a strong commitment to optimizing patient care and support. Detail-oriented individual with willingness to learn, and focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Endoscopy Nurse
St. Elizabeth Hospital
03.2021 - 10.2024
- Assessed, identified, and solved nursing care and pre-operative problems. Started and monitored IVs, administering pre-operative medications and performing pre-operative instruction and explanation of patient's rights and procedures.
- Administering sedatives as per physicians' orders while closely monitoring patients throughout the procedure.
- Supported diagnostic accuracy by assisting physicians during endoscopy procedures, including specimen collection, accurate labeling, and documentation of procedure on EPIC.
- Minimized risk of infection by adhering to strict infection control protocols for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing endoscopic instruments and equipment.
- Achieved timely patient discharge by efficiently completing post-procedure evaluations and implemented appropriate recovery plans. Provided discharge instructions to patients before they leave the hospital.
- Ensured accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical systems.
- Facilitated database calls to review medical history and ensure prep instructions were sent and patient understood the instructions, and fielding patient questions before an endoscopy.
- Performed post calls for patient satisfaction and screen for post procedure issues.
- Documented Epic charge reviews to correct any facility charges and documentations for the patient visit and sent those charges to billing staff for processing and data for performance improvements.
- Continuously improved nursing knowledge in the field of endoscopy by participating in workshops and training sessions.
- Participation in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
E.R. Physician
Hospital Oeste D'or
01.2011 - 01.2017
Urgent Care Physician
Intermédica Centro Clínico Zona Oeste
01.2011 - 01.2014
Education
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
12.2020
- summa cum laude graduate
Post Graduate study in Clinical Nutrition -
12.2015
First Degree in Professional Medicine (Doctor of Medicine) -
12.2011
Skills
- Patient assessment and education
- Experience with EPIC/EMR
- Teamwork
- Critical and analytical thinking
- Accurate Documentation
- Ability to Work Independently
- Task Prioritization
Certification
- Kentucky Board of Nursing, RN License, #1170985
- Ohio Board of Nursing, RN License, #490723
- BLS/CPR certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Languages
English
Portuguese
Spanish
Timeline
Endoscopy Nurse - St. Elizabeth Hospital
03.2021 - 10.2024
E.R. Physician - Hospital Oeste D'or
01.2011 - 01.2017
Urgent Care Physician - Intermédica Centro Clínico Zona Oeste
01.2011 - 01.2014
Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro - First Degree in Professional Medicine (Doctor of Medicine),
- Kentucky Board of Nursing, RN License, #1170985
- Ohio Board of Nursing, RN License, #490723
- BLS/CPR certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Northern Kentucky University - Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing,
Associação Brasileira De Nutrologia (ABRAN) - Post Graduate study in Clinical Nutrition,
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