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Maximiana Toribio-Romero

Pearland

Summary

Dedicated Operating Room Registered Nurse with expertise in aseptic technique and surgical instrumentation. Committed to enhancing patient safety and comfort through effective interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Operating Room Registered Nurse

UTMB Clearlake Hospital
Webster
04.2025 - Current
  • Prepared operating rooms for surgical procedures by verifying equipment and ensuring aseptic compliance.
  • Maintained sterilization standards for instruments to uphold safety protocols.
  • Supported surgical teams with necessary tools for efficient operations during procedures.
  • Collaborated with healthcare staff to enhance patient safety and comfort in surgical settings.
  • Accurately documented patient information in electronic health records to ensure data integrity.
  • Communicated pre-operative instructions clearly to patients, promoting understanding and compliance.
  • Coordinated efforts with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and healthcare professionals for comprehensive care.
  • Assisted physicians with intraoperative tasks, including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.

Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

Carthage Area Hospital
Carthage
03.2024 - 04.2025

Scrubbed and circulated obstetrics, gynecology, orthopedics, neurology, cesarean section, pediatrics, dental, general, and endoscopy procedures.
Supported post-anesthesia care unit recovery for optimal patient outcomes.

Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation
Saipan
02.2022 - 02.2024
  • Scrubbed and circulated cesarean sections, vascular, orthopedic, eye, general, and endoscopy procedures.
    Served as charge nurse to oversee daily operations and staff performance.
    Acted as preceptor to train new nursing staff in procedural techniques.

Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

Unity Hospital Rochester
Rochester
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • supported a busy environment with diverse specialties: general orthopedics, neurology, obstetrics-gynecology, ENT, vascular, urology, colorectal, robotics, and plastics.

Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

Winchester Hospital
Winchester
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Conducted evaluations in general orthopedics, neurology, urology, ENT, obstetrics-gynecology, and vascular specialties.
    Assisted with patient assessments across multiple medical disciplines to ensure comprehensive care.
    Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated treatment plans.
    Facilitated diagnostic procedures and interventions within orthopedic and neurological fields.

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Houston Methodist
Houston
01.2018 - 06.2022
  • Specialized in vascular bronch and ob-gyn procedures, enhancing patient care quality.
    Served as charge nurse preceptor, mentoring new nursing staff for skill development.
    Championed Magnet status initiatives to promote excellence in nursing practices.

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Pavillion for Women Texas Childrens Hospital
Houston
08.2013 - 01.2018
  • Demonstrated expertise in obstetrics and gynecology, specializing in fetal, IVF, and robotic surgeries.
    Served as charge nurse, leading clinical teams to enhance patient care standards.
    Acted as preceptor, mentoring new staff to improve clinical competencies.
    Championed clinical ladder initiatives to promote professional development and career advancement.

PACU, Birthing, Prep and Recovery

Pavillion for Women Texas Childrens Hospital
Houston
08.2012 - 08.2013
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
  • Advocated for patient rights and comfort during hospital stays.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
  • Trained and mentored new nursing staff on procedures and best practices.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations swiftly and accurately.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective patient care plans.
  • Provided patient care and support across diverse clinical settings.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Pavillion For Women Texas Childrens Hospital
Houston
04.2008 - 08.2013
  • Provided patient-centered care during labor and delivery processes.
  • Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs consistently.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient management.
  • Educated families on labor, delivery, and postpartum care practices.
  • Assisted with emergency interventions in critical situations.
  • Administered medications and managed IV therapies effectively.
  • Documented patient assessments and care plans accurately in medical records.
  • Supported breastfeeding initiatives and newborn care education for mothers.
  • Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
  • Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
  • Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
  • Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
  • Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
  • Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
  • Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
  • Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.

Home Health Nurse

Rehab Medcare
Houston
06.2010 - 12.2010
  • Conducted patient assessments to identify healthcare needs and create tailored care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and prevention strategies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care coordination.
  • Documented patient progress, maintaining accurate health records in compliance with standards.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, families, and providers regarding treatment options.
  • Developed personalized care plans based on individual patient needs.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Good samaritan Hospital
Suffern
04.2004 - 03.2008
  • Delivered patient-centered care throughout labor and delivery processes.
  • Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs to ensure safety.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for integrated patient management.
  • Educated families on labor, delivery, and postpartum care practices.
  • Assisted with emergency interventions during critical situations.
  • Administered medications and managed IV therapies to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Documented patient assessments and care plans in medical records with precision.
  • Supported breastfeeding initiatives and provided education on newborn care.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Nyack Hospital
Nyack
04.2004 - 03.2008
  • Aided with Induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia
  • Provided patient-centered care during labor and delivery processes.
  • Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs consistently.
  • Documented patient assessments and care plans accurately in medical records.
  • Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.

Patient Care Coordinator

Nathaniel Witherell
Greenwich
01.2003 - 05.2004
  • Reviewed patient care processes, implementing proactive adjustments to prevent issues.
  • Assisted healthcare providers with patient intake and documentation procedures.
  • Communicated treatment plans and follow-ups effectively to patients.
  • Managed nursing home floor with 24-bed capacity, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.

Agency Registered Nurse

White Glove Agency
Brooklyn
12.2000 - 04.2004
  • covers labor and delivery, postpartum, antepartum, and newborn nursery services

Subacute Care Facility Registered Nurse

Honeyhill Care Center
Norwalk
04.1995 - 05.2003
  • Delivered direct patient care and support in long-term care setting.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans.
  • Served as charge nurse and provided relief supervision when needed.

Pediatric Registered Nurse

Jacobi Hospital
The Bronx
01.2002 - 02.2003
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders for pediatric patients.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed conditions during clinical shifts.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective patient care.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to each child's needs.
  • Trained new nursing staff on pediatric protocols and best practices.
  • Provided emotional support to family members throughout a child's illness.
  • Implemented infection control measures to reduce risk of transmission in the pediatric unit.

Agency Registered Nurse

United Staffing Agency
Queens
05.1993 - 12.1997
  • covered labor and delivery, nursery, antepartum, and postpartum units

Agency Licensed Practical Nurse

Sharp Nurses
Queens
01.1993 - 07.1993
  • nursing staff in assisted living environment

Hemodialysis Nurse

South Bronx Kidney Center
The Bronx
10.1992 - 01.1993
  • staff nurse at hemodialysis facility

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Bronx Lebanon Hospital
The Bronx
04.1992 - 10.1992
  • Delivered patient-centered care throughout labor and delivery processes.
  • Monitored fetal heart rates alongside maternal vital signs to ensure safety.
  • Administered medications and managed IV therapies with precision.
  • Recorded patient assessments and care plans accurately in medical records.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

St. Lukes Hospital
Quezon City
12.1990 - 03.1992
  • Delivered patient-centered care throughout labor and delivery processes.
  • Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs to ensure safety.
  • Scrubbed and circulated obstetrics and gynecology surgical cases.
  • Assisted in fallopian tube reanastomosis procedures, maintaining sterile conditions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

St Luke's College Of Nursing/Trinity College of QC
Quezon City
03-1989

Skills

  • Aseptic technique
  • Surgical instrumentation
  • Electronic health records
  • Patient education
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Operating room protocols

Timeline

Operating Room Registered Nurse

UTMB Clearlake Hospital
04.2025 - Current

Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

Carthage Area Hospital
03.2024 - 04.2025

Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

Unity Hospital Rochester
10.2022 - 12.2022

Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation
02.2022 - 02.2024

Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

Winchester Hospital
02.2022 - 06.2022

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Houston Methodist
01.2018 - 06.2022

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Pavillion for Women Texas Childrens Hospital
08.2013 - 01.2018

PACU, Birthing, Prep and Recovery

Pavillion for Women Texas Childrens Hospital
08.2012 - 08.2013

Home Health Nurse

Rehab Medcare
06.2010 - 12.2010

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Pavillion For Women Texas Childrens Hospital
04.2008 - 08.2013

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Good samaritan Hospital
04.2004 - 03.2008

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Nyack Hospital
04.2004 - 03.2008

Patient Care Coordinator

Nathaniel Witherell
01.2003 - 05.2004

Pediatric Registered Nurse

Jacobi Hospital
01.2002 - 02.2003

Agency Registered Nurse

White Glove Agency
12.2000 - 04.2004

Subacute Care Facility Registered Nurse

Honeyhill Care Center
04.1995 - 05.2003

Agency Registered Nurse

United Staffing Agency
05.1993 - 12.1997

Agency Licensed Practical Nurse

Sharp Nurses
01.1993 - 07.1993

Hemodialysis Nurse

South Bronx Kidney Center
10.1992 - 01.1993

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Bronx Lebanon Hospital
04.1992 - 10.1992

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

St. Lukes Hospital
12.1990 - 03.1992

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

St Luke's College Of Nursing/Trinity College of QC
Maximiana Toribio-Romero