Mary Gianaris
Leawood
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse and Aesthetic Injector with a strong foundation in plastic surgery and a passion for delivering exceptional results through advanced injectable techniques. Proven ability to drive patient satisfaction and retention, contributing to business growth through personalized treatment plans, education, and trust-building. Committed to continuous learning, enhancing clinical outcomes, and supporting team success in a fast-paced thriving aesthetic field.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Operating Room
AdventHealth Porter
Denver
05.2024 - Current
- Delivered high quality patient care, focused on achieving optimal surgical patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated perioperative expertise to support procedures across ten surgical specialties.
- Complied with AORN policies and standards.
- Administered meticulous preparation of patients before operations.
- Facilitated seamless coordination between preoperative and post-anesthesia care units.
- Consulted medical sources to gain knowledge of emerging and updated procedures and select equipment for procedures or treatments.
- Participated in daily rounds with the surgeon to discuss cases before entering the operating room.
Nurse Injector
Revive SkinFx
Denver
04.2024 - Current
- Safely injected Jeuveau, Dysport, hyaluronic acid facial fillers, and Sculptra
- Exhibited knowledge and ability in this niche environment and patient population
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Underwent education programs to deepen my understanding of fillers and neurotoxins compliance.
- Assessed patients to determine their eligibility for injections
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Clinic Registered Nurse/ Cosmetic Nurse Injector
Ladner Facial Plastic Surgery
Denver
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Safely inject neuromodulators (Dysport and Botox) Restylane hyaluronic acid fillers, Revanse, and Sculptra
- Operated independently as the clinic's only nurse.
- Led scheduling of preoperative and postoperative consultations.
- Perform assessments and directed patients for further evaluation with my physician assistant
- Called on dermatologists to coordinate MOHS procedures
- Managed company and personal social media accounts effectively for nine months.
- Handled weekend call twice monthly to address any patient concerns
- Organized personalized consultations focused on skincare and facial filler and neurotoxin needs
- Operate IPL
Plastic Surgery Registered Nurse
Monarch Plastic Surgery Associates
Leawood
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Onboarded and guided newly graduated surgeon in transitioning to active practice.
- Supported development of a practice focused on cosmetic services within one year.
- Handled patient-facing interactions for pre and postoperative cosmetic procedures.
- Coordinated surgery appointments across three centers and obtained additional work privileges for my provider
- Built and maintained relationships among area providers to act as referral sources
- Ensured top-quality patient care.
- Coordinated patient care with area dermatologists for MOHS reconstruction
- Worked alongside marketing team to promote and grow the practice
- Collaborated with office personnel through strong communication abilities.
- Trained new employees with my years of plastic surgery knowledge
Staff Clinical Nurse/ Clinical Nurse Coordinator
University of Kansas- Dept of Plastic Surgery
10.2012 - 08.2020
- Acted as primary contact for all patients and providers, as I worked as the Chair of the Department's nurse
- Assisted with recruitment and retention of new office staff
- Provided care to patients pre and postoperatively in a clinic setting
- Coordinated surgical schedules for multiple surgeons.
- Collaborated seamlessly with various mid-level providers and surgeons.
- Scheduled and managed patient appointments across diverse specialty departments.
- Coordinated procurement of surgical supplies tailored to individual case requirements.
- Procured skincare and injectable products to maintain office stock.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Monarch Plastic Surgery Associates
Leawood
06.2008 - 10.2012
- Oversaw daily clinic schedules.
- Coordinated surgery schedules at various local centers.
- Procured essential surgical supplies for all upcoming surgeries
- Ensured high quality pre and postoperative patient care; acting as their advocate and contact person
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
Education
Associates of Science - Registered Nurse
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS05-2020
Associates of Arts Degree - LPN
Johnson County Community College
05-2008
Wichita State University
01.2006
Skills
- Professionalism and ethics
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building
- Patient safety
- Effective communication
- Adapting to change
- Patient assessment
- Communication skills
- Continuing education
- Social media management
- Patient education
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Compliance with company standards
Professional Development
- Attended AAFPRS Convention, 10/01/23, Las Vegas, NV
- Former chair of Communications Committee for ASPSN, Held from 2016-2018
- Attended ASPS Convention, 10/01/16, Los Angeles, CA
- Attended APSN Convention, 10/01/14, Chicago, IL
- Attended ASAPS Convention, 05/01/12, Vancouver, British Columbia
- Current BLS certificate
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- BLS
Accomplishments
- Attended AAFPRS Convention, Las Vegas,NV 2023
- Attended ASPS Convention, Los Angeles, CA 2016
- Attended ASPN Convention, Chicago, IL 2014
- Former Chair of Communications Committee for ASPSN 2016-2018
- Attended ASAPS Convention, Vancouver, BC 2012
Posters/ Publications
ASPSN Convention 2016, Los Angeles. Poster: "The Connection of Social Media to a Successful Cosmetic Consuiltation"
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Operating Room
AdventHealth Porter
05.2024 - Current
Nurse Injector
Revive SkinFx
04.2024 - Current
Clinic Registered Nurse/ Cosmetic Nurse Injector
Ladner Facial Plastic Surgery
03.2022 - 03.2024
Plastic Surgery Registered Nurse
Monarch Plastic Surgery Associates
08.2020 - 12.2021
Staff Clinical Nurse/ Clinical Nurse Coordinator
University of Kansas- Dept of Plastic Surgery
10.2012 - 08.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Monarch Plastic Surgery Associates
06.2008 - 10.2012
Associates of Science - Registered Nurse
Johnson County Community College
Associates of Arts Degree - LPN
Johnson County Community College
Wichita State University