Lydia Hurt
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Compassionate and Versatile Registered Nurse with 20 years of experience caring for patients within the O.R. setting. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, BSN Operating Room
UNMH OSIS OR
Albuquerque, NM
02.2018 - Current
- Work as a circulating nurse and scrub nurse in the O.R. assisting the surgeon(s) anesthesiologist, during surgical procedures. Initiating case preparation; anticipating the needs of the surgeon,patient and other members of the team.
- Circulate and scrub various cases in General,Pediatric,Laparoscopic,GYN,ENT,Urology,Plastic, Breasts, Spine,Vascular, Hands,Sports Ortho and Eye cases.
- Maintain a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Manage instrumentation during surgical cases, ensuring proper functioning of equipment at all times.
- Build relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Handle laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient's medical record throughout the perioperative process.
- Provide direct patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting individual patient needs.
- Maintain strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Initiate emergency resuscitative measures when indicated in the event of complications or unexpected outcomes.
- Assist as a preceptor in orientation of new staff, students, Residents and serve and a resource person and professional role model.
RN, Urology Private Practice
Albuquerque Urology Associates
Albuquerque, NM
09.2014 - 11.2017
- Provided patient care in a clinical setting.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Assisted in office procedures, administered injections, performed phlebotomy for PSA levels and managing specimens, directing specimens to correct lab.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Triaged patients, recorded patient history, obtained accurate medication list to help physician diagnose and treat patient.
- Educated patients regarding medications, invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Performed minor office procedures independently, to include bladder instillations for bladder cancer and interstitial cystitis, bladder irrigations, urethral and suprapubic catheter insertions and changes.
- Maintained the office lab and the lab equipment by performing weekly maintenance requirements, troubleshooting malfunctions and sterilizing instruments using the autoclave.
RN, Operating Room
Presbyterian Hospital (Main OR)
Albuquerque, NM
01.2004 - 04.2015
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Worked as a member of the surgical team in the O.R. assisting surgeons, anesthesiologists,during surgical procedures.
- Initiated case preparation, anticipated needs of the surgeon, patient and other members of the O.R. team.
- Scrubbed and Circulated various cases in General, Pediatrics, Laparoscopic, GYN, ENT, Urology, Plastics, Vascular, Total Joints and Kidney Transplant surgeries.
- Maintain a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Manage instrumentation during surgical cases, ensuring proper functioning of equipment at all times.
- Build relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Handle laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient's medical record throughout the perioperative process.
- Provide direct patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting individual patient needs.
- Maintain strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Initiate emergency resuscitative measures when indicated in the event of complications or unexpected outcomes.
- Assist as a preceptor in orientation of new staff, students, Residents and serve and a resource person and professional role model.
- Served as a Relief Charge Nurse 2-3 times a week in Presbyterian Main O.R. with 21 surgical suites, between 35-60 cases a day. Integrally involved in insuring staff, surgeons, patient and equipment came together seamlessly moving patients through the surgical process. Ensured appropriate number of clinical personnel available based on volume and surgical schedule Ensured all clinical personnel have breaks consistent with labor laws. Reviews next day’s schedule collaboratively with Operating Room Manager to ensure that all surgical needs and requests are met Proactively planned for future staffing deficiencies. considering the following: 1. The patient’s needs and preferences 2. The surgeon’s needs and preferences 3. The specialized qualifications and competencies of the personnel available.
- Communicated with surgeons, anesthesia (AIC), staff to facilitate patient movement in a very robust environment. Communication was essential for all organizational interactions to insure a prompt, safe and effective care of the surgical patient.
Education
BSN - Nursing Science
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM07-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM12-2003
Skills
- Scrubbing/Circulating
- Precepting
- Medical Assessment
- Competency in computer technology such as, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and other technology for teaching purposes
Certification
New Mexico License No: R52074 Expires 12/2025
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) expires 7/2025
Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) expires 1/2024
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Golfing, skiing, biking, hiking, camping
- crafting, sewing O.R. hats
- planning birthday parties
- Volunteering with the Eldorado Marching band activities and other school activities.
Accomplishments
- Nominated by my peers for the NM Nurse Excellence award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN, BSN Operating Room
UNMH OSIS OR
02.2018 - Current
RN, Urology Private Practice
Albuquerque Urology Associates
09.2014 - 11.2017
RN, Operating Room
Presbyterian Hospital (Main OR)
01.2004 - 04.2015
BSN - Nursing Science
University of New Mexico
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central New Mexico Community College
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