Megan Gutierrez
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Accomplished Perioperative Registered Nurse at Covenant Medical Center, specializing in patient assessment and emergency response to enhance patient outcomes. Proven expertise in surgical preparation combined with a strong commitment to providing emotional support in high-stakes environments. A collaborative team member with robust technical troubleshooting skills, driving continuous quality improvement through precision and compassion in patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Covenant Medical Center
Lubbock, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Performed pre-admission testing of patients before surgery to ensure they are medically suitable for the procedure.
- Assisted in operating room setup including draping sterile fields, setting up instruments and equipment according to surgeon preference, and preparing supplies for use during the case.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assisted with quality improvement initiatives within the Perioperative Department.
- Assessed patients' health condition prior to surgery and identified potential risks.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
CNA
Covenant Medical Center
Lubbock, TX
01.2013 - 05.2023
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Education
Dipolma - Nursing Administration
Covenant Schoolof Nursing
Lubbock05-2023
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Lubbock Christian University
LubbockSkills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Surgical instrumentation
- Infection control policies
- Electronic health records
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Team collaboration
- Patient education
- Shared governance
- Sterile technique
- Nursing team communication
- Operating room preparation
- Direct patient care
- Surgical preparation
- Patient safety
- Blood transfusion
- Surgical treatment assessments
- Advanced lifesaving procedures
- Patient care
- Sterilization techniques
- IV drug therapy management
- Initial trauma life support (ITLS)
- Team building
- Monitor vital signs
- Strong clinical judgment
- Equipment sterilization
- Clinical judgment
- EMR / EHR
- Emotional support
- Effective communication
- Basic life support
- Patient care assessment
- Diagnostic test ordering
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- Registered Nurse, RN 1118087
Timeline
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Covenant Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
CNA
Covenant Medical Center
01.2013 - 05.2023
Dipolma - Nursing Administration
Covenant Schoolof Nursing
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Lubbock Christian University