Michelle Gould
Dallas,TX
Summary
Accomplished Circulating Nurse with a proven track record at White Rock Medical Hospital, enhancing operating room efficiency and patient outcomes. Expert in sterile technique and adept at fostering teamwork, I've significantly contributed to improved procedure turnaround times and patient care standards. Skilled in adapting to change and surgical equipment, my focus is on delivering exceptional, results-driven care.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
White Rock Medical Hospital
09.2016 - 05.2024
- Streamlined operating room setup for faster procedure turnaround times, ensuring timely patient care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical cases by efficiently preparing operating rooms for subsequent procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability to various types of surgeries, swiftly learning new techniques when required.
- Upheld strict standards for patient privacy, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Trustaff Travel Nursing And Emerald Travel Agency
11.2015 - 09.2016
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilated patients that were transferred to Intensive Care Unit post procedures.
- Promoted a positive work environment within the operating room by fostering strong teamwork among all staff members involved in each case.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal patient care, resulting in improved outcomes.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
12.2013 - 11.2015
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Occasionally was put in Charge Nurse role and coordinated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and staff to deliver safe patient care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Northridge Medical Center
10.1994 - 11.2015
- Demonstrated adaptability to various types of surgeries, traumas and complex cases.
- Assisted in successful surgeries by providing necessary instruments and supplies to the surgeon in a timely manner.
- Active in many committees and quality control type projects.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Moorpark College
Moorpark, CA05.1994
Associate of Applied Science - Science Education (Pre-Nursing)
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA05.1992
Skills
- Sterile Technique Expertise
- Surgical equipment knowledge
- Documentation accuracy
- Adapting to Change
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- CPR/AED
- Student Precepting
- Patient and family advocacy
Languages
Czech
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
White Rock Medical Hospital
09.2016 - 05.2024
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Trustaff Travel Nursing And Emerald Travel Agency
11.2015 - 09.2016
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
12.2013 - 11.2015
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Northridge Medical Center
10.1994 - 11.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Moorpark College
Associate of Applied Science - Science Education (Pre-Nursing)
College of The Canyons