Mario Chicas
Carson City
Summary
Dedicated Circulating Nurse with four years of operating room experience and a strong foundation in perioperative patient care. Demonstrates adaptability, problem-solving, and teamwork under pressure. Eager to transition into a VA setting to support high-quality cardiovascular and community-based care through patient education, care coordination, and a focus on patient safety and satisfaction.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Carson Tahoe Hospital
04.2022 - Current
- Coordinate perioperative care for assigned procedures, ensuring patient safety, informed consent accuracy, and timely delivery of care across the surgical team.
- Assess patient physiologic and psychosocial status to guide care planning, promote privacy, prevent infection, and support postoperative recovery.
- Evaluate post-operative condition and readiness for discharge, coordinating with nursing and surgical teams to optimize recovery timelines.
- Monitor supplies, instruments, and equipment; resolve blockers to maintain efficient, safe patient flow.
- Provide bedside care before and after procedures to ensure comfort, safety, and patient satisfaction.
- Champion patient rights, safety, and advocacy; mentor new nurses on techniques, standards, and safety protocols.
- Apply sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines consistently to maintain a clean, safe environment.
Perioperative Nurse
Carson Valley Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Conduct comprehensive preoperative assessments; educate patients and families about procedures, risks, and postoperative expectations.
- Verify operative consent and ensure patient readiness (vital signs, IV access, procedure briefing).
- Monitor vital statistics, assess physiologic/psychological status, and support safe anesthesia and postoperative recovery.
- Communicate changes in patient condition to the surgical team and initiate appropriate interventions during emergencies.
- Document and coordinate discharge planning, ensuring patient understanding of post-discharge care and self-management.
Anesthesia Technician
Carson Valley Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2015
- Support anesthesiologists before and during operations; ensure anesthesia equipment readiness and a sterile environment.
- Prepare and distribute supplies, maintain room turnover, and uphold patient safety standards.
Anesthesia Technician
Renown Surgical Arts / South Meadows
01.2015 - 01.2015
- Assist with anesthesia equipment setup and room preparation; ensure availability of supplies for procedures.
Cardiology Technician II
Renown Regional Medical Center
01.2015 - 01.2011
- Collaborate with Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology teams to ensure stocked, accessible equipment and supplies.
- Assist with pre-catheterization EKGs; serve as Spanish interpreter to improve patient understanding of procedures and discharge instructions.
- Manage supply orders and inventory, supporting smooth department operations.
Patient Transport
Renown Regional Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Facilitate patient movement across departments and facilities, coordinating with clinical teams to minimize delays.
- Provide pre-op/PACU, CATH, IR, and US transport support; ensure equipment and patient comfort.
Code Enforcement
Spring Valley Lake Association
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Respond to resident concerns; enforce rules, coordinate with architectural and maintenance teams to support community safety and satisfaction.
Landscaper
Self-Employed
01.2004 - 01.2009
Emergency Medical Technician
American Medical Response
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Provide BLS care, respond to 911 and non-911 calls; collaborate with local EMS and hospital teams in critical care settings.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Western Nevada College
06-2021
Certified Cardiographic Technician - undefined
CCI
Reno, NV01-2014
ECG Interpretation - undefined
Renown Regional Medical Center
Reno, NV01-2010
Phlebotomy - undefined
Wagner Training Institute
Redlands, CA01-2004
Skills
- Patient-centered care and safety
- Care coordination across the continuum
- Pre/post-operative assessment and education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Self-management support and patient education
- Documentation and compliance (sterile technique, infection control)
- Communication and cultural/linguistic accessibility (Spanish bilingual)
- Problem-solving, critical thinking, and rapid situational assessment
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse, Nevada Board of Nursing (License #842417)
- ACLS Provider, American Heart Association
- PALS Provider, American Heart Association
- BLS Provider, American Heart Association
Languages
Spanish — Bilingual
Timeline
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Carson Tahoe Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Perioperative Nurse
Carson Valley Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
Anesthesia Technician
Carson Valley Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2015
Anesthesia Technician
Renown Surgical Arts / South Meadows
01.2015 - 01.2015
Cardiology Technician II
Renown Regional Medical Center
01.2015 - 01.2011
Patient Transport
Renown Regional Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2011
Code Enforcement
Spring Valley Lake Association
01.2007 - 01.2009
Landscaper
Self-Employed
01.2004 - 01.2009
Emergency Medical Technician
American Medical Response
01.2002 - 01.2004
Certified Cardiographic Technician - undefined
CCI
ECG Interpretation - undefined
Renown Regional Medical Center
Phlebotomy - undefined
Wagner Training Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Western Nevada College