MARISOL MIYAKI

Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children

08.2005 - 06.2022

PREOP
Provided quality perioperative care by closely monitoring patients throughout their surgical experience.
Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough pre-operative assessments and identifying potential risks as well as verifying all proper documentation.
Streamlined the pre-operative process through effective communication with surgical teams, anesthesiologists, and patients.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing patients needs and reviewing physician's orders.
Initiated prompt interventions for any identified complications or concerns during the pre-op period, effectively preventing delays in surgical procedures.
Cultivated strong relationships with patient's primary care providers, facilitating seamless transitions of care both before and after surgical interventions.
Reduced patient anxiety by providing comprehensive education on surgery preparation, procedures, and post-operative care.
Demonstrated adaptability when managing varying caseloads, ensuring timely completion of all required pre-op tasks.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

PACU
Expedited patient admission into the PACU through rapid assessment of vital signs upon arrival from the operating room and enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and continuous monitoring.
Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
Assisted physicians with bedside procedures in the PACU setting, such as wound care, dressing changes, and insertion of invasive monitoring devices.
Enhanced patient safety during transfers to other units by providing handoff communication that accurately conveyed critical information about the patient''s condition, potential risks, and ongoing treatment plans.

OTHER
Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current with advances in surgical technology and practice guidelines.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Acted as Charge Nurse as needed
Rotated on a weekly basis to perform Pre-Admission Testing in person and via Telehealth.

Summary