MARIBETH SOPKO
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Dedicated and skilled Perioperative Clinical Educator and Operating Room Registered Nurse with over 5 years of experience delivering high-quality patient care and education in surgical settings. Proven expertise in coordinating and facilitating comprehensive training programs for nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams, focusing on best practices in perioperative care, patient safety, and surgical protocols. Adept at fostering a culture of continuous improvement through evidence-based practices, simulation training, and hands-on mentorship. Exceptional communicator firmly committed to enhancing team performance and patient outcomes in fast-paced environments and staying current with emerging surgical techniques and technologies to ensure optimal patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Perioperative Clinical Educator
University Hospital Main Campus
2024.03 - Current
- Championed a positive work environment by fostering open dialogue between educators, clinicians, administrators, and other stakeholders involved in the delivery of patient care.
- Strengthened relationships with external partners such as universities or professional associations by coordinating joint educational initiatives.
- Evaluated clinical competencies of staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted training solutions.
- Optimized patient care quality by updating policies, procedures, and protocols based on current best practices in clinical education.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques, such as simulation-based learning, to improve overall understanding of complex medical concepts.
- Contributed to the ongoing improvement of the organization''s reputation by consistently delivering high-quality educational programs and maintaining a strong professional network within the healthcare community.
- Enhanced staff proficiency in clinical procedures through hands-on demonstrations and interactive workshops.
- Maintained regulatory compliance by ensuring adherence to industry standards and guidelines in all educational activities.
- Served as a clinical mentor, offering guidance and support to new hires during their onboarding process.
- Facilitated continuing education events for healthcare professionals, fostering a culture of lifelong learning within the organization.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
University Hospital Main Campus
2023.07 - Current
- Positioned patients in operating rooms to prepare for surgical procedures, using supine, prone and sitting surgical positions
- Utilized advanced problem-solving skills to quickly address emergent situations in operating room, ensuring optimal patient outcomes
- Increased efficiency in operating room by effectively managing surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment
- Improved patient outcomes by efficiently managing operating room processes and coordinating with surgical teams
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes
- Used aseptic techniques to maintain sterile fields and actively monitored situations to prevent breaches in aseptic techniques
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards related to infection control measures during surgical procedures through regular audits
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing any changes during surgeries
Colorectal Service Leader
University Hospital Main Campus
2023.10 - 2024.03
- Collaborates with physicians in defined specialty service(s) to maximize quality, safety and service
- Maintains availability and working status of specialty service(s) instruments and equipment
- Supervises New Nurses and Surgical Technicians on defined specialty team(s) in performance of their daily duties in surgical suite and work areas
- Orders/assures adequate quantities of specialty supplies are available and does so in cost conscious manner.
- Coordinates new product evaluation for defined specialty service(s)
Scrub Licensed Practical Nurse
University Hospital Main Campus
2019.06 - 2023.07
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different surgical specialties, quickly learning specific preferences for each surgeon
- Supported surgeons in emergency situations, quickly responding to urgent needs and adapting to changing conditions
- Reduced surgery preparation time by maintaining clean and organized work environment for surgical teams
- Ensured seamless transitions between surgeries by assisting with room turnover, minimizing downtime between cases
- Facilitated efficient surgical procedures by setting up operating rooms with necessary equipment prior to each case
Licensed Practical Nurse, Triage
University Premier Pediatricians
2018.05 - 2019.06
- Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
- Verified, updated and communicated patient history prior to clinic appointments and procedures with providers.
- Advised patients on pre- and post-operative instructions, medication administration and symptoms indicating emergency care.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns
- Increased efficiency in triage call handling through effective communication and active listening skills
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heartland Of Mentor
2016.08 - 2018.05
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN09.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lakeland Community College
Willoughby, OH05.2023
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Willoughby-Eastlake School of Practical Nursing
07.2016
Skills
General surgery
Laparoscopic/Endoscopy procedure
Urology
GYN
Eye surgery
Colorectal
Robot GU,GYN,Colorectal,General
Plastic
Ethics and Professionalism
Interprofessional Collaboration
Clinical expertise
Quality Improvement
Certification
- Basic Life Support ( BLS)
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Perioperative Clinical Educator
University Hospital Main Campus
2024.03 - Current
Colorectal Service Leader
University Hospital Main Campus
2023.10 - 2024.03
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
University Hospital Main Campus
2023.07 - Current
Scrub Licensed Practical Nurse
University Hospital Main Campus
2019.06 - 2023.07
Licensed Practical Nurse, Triage
University Premier Pediatricians
2018.05 - 2019.06
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heartland Of Mentor
2016.08 - 2018.05
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lakeland Community College
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Willoughby-Eastlake School of Practical Nursing
- Basic Life Support ( BLS)
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