LYNN WHITE
Oak Creek,USA
Summary
I am a patient-focused, empathetic nurse with 7+ years of experience in the operating room. With 4 years of experience as an agency OR circulator, I have become highly adaptable and exceedingly comfortable in new surroundings and with new people. I have experience with facilities ranging from a small outpatient surgery center to that with as many as 40 OR suites. Furthermore, I am comfortable circulating a wide variety of surgical specialties and have experience with both pediatric and adult patient populations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Agency OR Circulating Nurse
Aya Healthcare
02.2022 - Current
- Prisma Heath Richmond Hospital Columbia, SC 2/2022 - 9/2022
- Community Hospital North Indianapolis, IN 9/2022 - 12/2022
- Marshfield Medical Center Weston, WI 1/2023 - 6/2023
- UW Health East Madison Hospital Madison, WI 6/2023 - 10/2023
- Mease Countryside Hospital Safety Harbor, FL 11/2023 - 2/2024
- SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital Fond Du Lac, WI 3/2024 - 6/2024
- Northwestern Medicine Surgery Center Warrenville, IL 7/2024 - 11/2024
- Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL 11/2024 - 11/2025
- Northwestern Central Dupage Hospital Winfield, IL 12/2025 - present
OR Circulating Nurse (Neurosurgery/ENT)
Advocate Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center
Milwaukee, WI
04.2018 - 01.2022
- Prepared operating room with necessary supplies and equipment for ENT and brain surgery procedures.
- Utilized specialized equipment including horseshoe headrest, Mayfield skull clamp, stereotactic frame, Synaptive Modus V, Stryker navigation, Kinevo microscope, Jackson table and various positioning aides.
- Anticipated surgical staff needs through critical thinking and situational awareness.
- Communicated effectively with patients and surgical teams to ensure safety and prevent errors.
- Educated team members on proper operation of Kinevo microscope as designated superuser.
- Contributed to safety committee initiatives to enhance operational protocols.
OR Circulating Nurse
Bonati Spine Institute
Hudson, FL
11.2017 - 01.2018
- Prepared operating room with necessary supplies and equipment for minimally invasive spine surgery.
- Positioned and secured patients safely on operating table for procedures.
- Conducted surgical time-out to ensure patient safety prior to surgeries.
- Maintained sterile fields before and during procedures to prevent contamination.
- Assisted surgical team by replenishing sterile fluids, medications, instruments, and supplies.
- Communicated effectively with patients and surgical teams to ensure continuous care.
- Documented surgical procedures accurately in electronic health record system.
- Assisted with room turnover and setup to prepare for subsequent procedures.
Registered Nurse
Madison Medical Affiliates Mohs Surgery
04.2016 - 09.2017
- Delivered quality medical care through effective communication with diverse patient groups.
- Collaborated with up to 2 physicians per shift to optimize patient outcomes.
- Ensured safe medical practice by verifying proper consent forms prior to procedures.
- Trained and mentored newly hired staff in essential skills for delivering effective care.
- Consulted patients on clinical procedures to enhance understanding and comfort.
- Established and maintained sterile fields for postoperative wound care and procedures.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens accurately for timely results.
- Maintained pathology log and notified patients regarding their results promptly.
Education
Associate’s Degree - Nursing
Bryant & Stratton College
Wauwatosa, WI03.2016
Practical Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI01-2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI05-2010
Skills
- Role clarity
- EHR documentation (Epic, Cerner)
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Patient advocacy
- Analytical thinking
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Multitasking Abilities
- Patient safety protocols
- Attention to detail
- Self motivated
Certification
Registered Nurse State of Illinois #041533354
Obtained: 2024 by Endorsment
Obtained: 2024 by Endorsment
Specialties
Neuro|Ortho|General|ENT|Urology|GYN|Robots (Davinci XI)|Sports Medicine|Laproscopic|Endoscopic|Bariatric|
Plastics|Colorectal|Pain Management
Timeline
Agency OR Circulating Nurse
Aya Healthcare
02.2022 - Current
OR Circulating Nurse (Neurosurgery/ENT)
Advocate Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center
04.2018 - 01.2022
OR Circulating Nurse
Bonati Spine Institute
11.2017 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse
Madison Medical Affiliates Mohs Surgery
04.2016 - 09.2017
Associate’s Degree - Nursing
Bryant & Stratton College
Practical Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Certified Nursing Assistant
Milwaukee Area Technical College