Mia Hardison
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Highly skilled Operating Room RN with experience in a variety of surgical settings, from trauma to orthopedics. Strengths include knowledge of sterilization techniques, patient advocacy, and team collaboration. Demonstrated ability to stay calm under pressure and make critical decisions has consistently contributed to positive surgical outcomes. Conscientious Operating Room RN known for maintaining high productivity and efficiency in fast-paced surgical environments. Skilled in patient assessment, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, crucial for navigating the complexities of operating room procedures and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OR Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI
06.2024 - Current
- Ensured that all equipment necessary for the procedure was available and functioning properly prior to beginning case.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines for best outcomes related to OR nursing interventions.
- Provided emotional support for patients undergoing stressful medical procedures.
- Maintained a sterile environment during surgery through use of proper techniques and knowledge of aseptic technique.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Totalmed Staffing
Milwaukee, WI
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's medical record throughout the perioperative process.
- Provided education to families regarding post-operative instructions before discharge from hospital setting.
- Assessed patient condition, vital signs and lab values to ensure safety during surgery.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures when indicated in the event of complications or unexpected outcomes.
- Ensured appropriate positioning of patients on operating table prior to surgery.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
Milwaukee, WI
07.2017 - 08.2020
- Educated patients on their renal failure diagnosis and how to manage their condition.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by administering advanced life support procedures as needed.
- Performed daily machine maintenance, including water testing and filter replacement.
- Administered prescribed medications during dialysis treatments according to established protocols.
- Instructed patients on proper home care techniques following discharge from facility.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment of patient's physical condition.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, medications, treatments, laboratory results and other relevant information in electronic health records system.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare
Franklin, WI
03.2013 - 07.2017
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's medical record throughout the perioperative process.
- Provided education to families regarding post-operative instructions before discharge from hospital setting.
- Assessed patient condition, vital signs and lab values to ensure safety during surgery.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative procedures including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Assisted with preparation of supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures as necessary.
- Demonstrated competency in administering conscious sedation medications per protocol standards.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with family members or other health team members.
- Administered medications according to established protocols and monitored patient responses.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bryant And Stratton College
Wauwatosa, WI04-2007
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI01-2004
Skills
- Infection Control
- Patient and Family Education
- Patient Charting
- Patient Positioning
- Patient Advocacy
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Basic Life Support
- Complex Medical Terminology
- Emergency Response
- Patient Safety
- IV Insertion
- Chronic Disease Management
- ADL Assistance
- Diabetes management
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Management
- Discharge Planning
- Quality Improvement
- Compassion and Empathy
- Infectious disease control
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Taking vitals
- Team Coordination
- Urology knowledge
- Body mechanics knowledge
Certification
- Wisconsin Compact Nursing License 158295-030
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
OR Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin
06.2024 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Totalmed Staffing
06.2022 - 06.2024
Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
07.2017 - 08.2020
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare
03.2013 - 07.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bryant And Stratton College
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Milwaukee Area Technical College
- Wisconsin Compact Nursing License 158295-030
- Basic Life Support
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