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Melissa Brennan

Chicago,IL

Summary

Experienced Surgical Registered Nurse with a strong background in ENT, OMF, and Dental surgeries. Professional with strong focus on team collaboration and adaption to changing needs. Skilled in patient care, surgical procedures, and emergency responses. Reliable and flexible, ensuring seamless operations and optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
07.2022 - Current
  • Completed comprehensive new grad orientation in operating room to ensure adherence to CNOR standards.
  • Team Lead clinical resource for ENT, OMF, Dental surgical procedures
  • Supporting staff by proactively identifying and troubleshooting workflow issues to ensure a smooth daily operation.
  • Trained new staff and deliver educational support to enhance their competencies and foster continuous improvement in departmental practices.
  • Collaborate with Vendor, Supply and SPD coordinators to ensure availability of necessary supplies and equipment, implementing specific surgeon requests
  • Communication with all operating room staff to ensure continuity of patient care.
  • Proficient in proper use of equipment
  • Patient advocate and safety
  • Accurate documentation in Epic system, ensuring compliance and accessibility for continuity of care.
  • Use proper aseptic techniques when in the scrub tech role.

Medical Assistant

UI Health
09.2007 - 04.2022
  • Evaluated and triaged patients through comprehensive vital sign assessments.
  • Precise documentation of patient information within Epic system.
  • Supported surgeon in executing clinical procedures under local anesthetic.
  • Ensured proper sterilization and utilization of equipment to maintain safety standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Resurrection University
Chicago, IL
12-2021

Certified Medical Assistant - undefined

Olympia College
Skokie, IL
01-2005

Associates in Arts - undefined

Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL
05-2004

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Surgical procedures
  • Patient advocacy
  • Epic charting
  • Surgical team collaboration
  • Equipment management
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Leadership skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Communication skills

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, State of Illinois, License # 041.523559, Exp: 5/31/2028
  • BLS Certification, American Heart Association- Current

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
07.2022 - Current

Medical Assistant

UI Health
09.2007 - 04.2022

Certified Medical Assistant - undefined

Olympia College

Associates in Arts - undefined

Wilbur Wright College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Resurrection University