Malinda Bunton
Fleming island,FL
Summary
To obtain employment as a circulating nurse. Seasoned Travel Nurse with background in delivering high-quality patient care in diverse healthcare settings. Strengths include adaptability to new environments, strong clinical skills, and ability to quickly build rapport with patients and team members. Previously facilitated seamless transitions between medical facilities while ensuring consistent patient care standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Nurse
10.2021 - Current
- Assists in positioning, responding to comfort/safety of patient, Provides for accurate care and handling of specimens, Observes and enforces strict standards of asepsis, Observes, checks and monitors all equipment used during surgery to confirm they are running smoothly, Handles patient documentation, Inventories all items both pre- and post-surgery, Selects and handles instruments and supplies used for the operation, passing them to surgeon, Inventories all items both pre- and post-surgery.
- Assessed and evaluated patient's medical condition to determine the best course of treatment.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed in a timely manner and met all standards for accuracy.
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing various surgical procedures.
- Performed wound debridement, suturing, dressing changes and other nursing interventions as needed.
- Administered medications according to established protocols and monitored patient responses.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative procedures including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
Robotic Clinical Lead/Circulating/Scrub nurse
Memorial Hospital of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
06.2018 - 10.2021
- Coordinate and supervise the activities of clinical team members engaged in clinical care for patients under the supervision of a Physician or provider for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease
- Organize and assign duties and tasks to clinical team members
- Monitor daily performance of clinical team members to ensure duties are completed accurately, efficiently and timely
- Monitor and control overtime
- Maintain attendance controller records and send to Human Resources department monthly
- Evaluate performance of clinical team members and conduct verbal and written performance evaluations after 30 days, 90 days and annually as needed
- Assist with interviews
- Conduct orientation and training on clinical policies and procedures
- Identify and recommend solutions to clinical team member and office issues or problems
- Maintain adequate clinical supplies
- Ensure supply purchases are cost efficient and within the budget
- Review and approve supply receipts in conjunction with finance team members
- Ensure clinical equipment remains in operating condition
- Ensure crash cart remains up to date and in appropriate operating condition
- Serve as a back-up for clinical team members as needed by working as a provider’s primary nurse or assistant due to staffing needs including vacations, illnesses, lunches, etc
- Assist with or conduct periodic staff meetings with clinical team members
- Attend clinical meetings and relay pertinent information to clinical team members timely
- Attend periodic training sessions and meetings pertinent to position
- Along with the circulating and scrub nurse duties.
Circulating/Scrub RN
Bon Secour, Mary Immaculate
Newport News, VA
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Assists in positioning, responding to comfort and safety of patient. Provides for accurate care and handling of specimens. Observes and enforces strict standards of asepsis. Observes, checks, and monitors all equipment used during surgery to confirm they are running smoothly. Handles patient documentation. Inventories all items both pre- and post-surgery. Selects and handles instruments and supplies used for the operation, passing them to surgeon. Inventories all items both pre- and post-surgery.
- Assessed patient condition, vital signs and lab values to ensure safety during surgery.
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing various surgical procedures.
- Performed wound debridement, suturing, dressing changes and other nursing interventions as needed.
Register Nurse
Bon Secour, Mary Immaculate
Newport News, VA
01.2016 - 06.2017
- Medical-Surgical Nurses provide care to patients after illness, injury or surgery or with acute health conditions
- They also attend to those who are being treated with pharmaceuticals (medications) to manage illness.
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
Surgical Tech
Bon Secour, Maryview Medical Center
Portsmouth, VA
06.2010 - 01.2016
- Assists in surgical operations, prepares operating rooms for surgery; sterilize and supply equipment; prepare patients for surgery, such as washing incision cites; help surgeons and nurses during surgery by passing them instruments and other sterile supplies
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
- Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
- Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Transported patients to operating room before surgery and monitored vital signs throughout procedure.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
- Organized operating room by setting up surgical trays with instruments according to surgeon preference.
- Kept inventory of supplies and ordered new items as needed.
Surgical Tech
US ARMY
08.2006 - 06.2010
- Performed and participated in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment
- Performs other duties as assigned or required
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
- Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
- Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Transported patients to operating room before surgery and monitored vital signs throughout procedure.
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
- Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
- Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science in Health Science - Registered Nursing -
ECPI University - College of Health Science, Medical Careers Institute
Newport News, VA09.2015
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Medical Records Management
- Diabetes management
- Pediatric nursing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Electronic Medical Records
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient examinations
- IV Administration
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient and Family Education
- HIPAA Compliance
- Critical Thinking
- Basic Life Support
- Surgical Assistance
- Medication Administration
- IV Insertion
- Patient Communication
Licensurecertifications
- Registered Nursing Board in Florida-RN9490265-expires
- American heart association , BLS/CPR Certification, 09/2025
- American heart association , ALS Certification, 09/2025
- American heart association , PALS Certification, 09/2025
- ONS Certification (beginner)
- Intuitive Robotic Lead Course
Timeline
Travel Nurse
10.2021 - Current
Robotic Clinical Lead/Circulating/Scrub nurse
Memorial Hospital of Jacksonville
06.2018 - 10.2021
Circulating/Scrub RN
Bon Secour, Mary Immaculate
06.2017 - 05.2018
Register Nurse
Bon Secour, Mary Immaculate
01.2016 - 06.2017
Surgical Tech
Bon Secour, Maryview Medical Center
06.2010 - 01.2016
Surgical Tech
US ARMY
08.2006 - 06.2010
Associate of Applied Science in Health Science - Registered Nursing -
ECPI University - College of Health Science, Medical Careers Institute
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