Michelle Lopez
Rupert,ID
Summary
Detailed operating room registered nurse with several-years of nursing background providing proper care to patients throughout the procedures. Motivated and calm professional devoted to thoroughly monitoring patients' physical and emotional wellbeing throughout care continuum. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Minidoka Memorial Hospital
Rupert, Idaho
07.2024 - Current
- Organized patient records, test results, and other medical information for surgical team review.
- Ensured that all equipment is functioning properly before each procedure is performed.
- 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.
- Educated families about perioperative nursing care practices and procedures.
- Administered medications and monitored their effects on the patient's body.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff members and patients throughout all phases of the operative process.
- Coordinated transfer of discharged patients from Post Anesthesia Care Unit back to designated units or homecare services as required.
- Provided education regarding wound care instructions after discharge from hospitalization.
- Provided postoperative care to patients by changing dressings, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing emotional support.
- Collaborated with physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals in order to provide optimal patient outcomes.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Conducted pre-surgery assessments on assigned patients prior to their admission into the OR.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
- Provided assistance with transfer and positioning of patients onto OR table safely.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Performed routine circulating duties including scrubbing, suctioning, sponging. Etc.
Circulating OR Nurse
Sawtooth Surgery Center
Twin Falls, ID
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted anesthesiologists with induction of anesthesia using various drugs and medications according to individualized needs of the patient.
- Communicated effectively with members of the interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists and other healthcare providers regarding changes in patient status or any concerns related to care delivery processes.
- Assessed patients' health condition and nursing needs before, during, and after surgery.
- Ensure that all necessary supplies were available for each procedure performed in the operating room.
- Administered medications in accordance with physician orders prior to and following surgical procedures.
- Performed circulating duties such as setting up sterile fields per surgeon preference cards and passing instruments and supplies during operations.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, interventions, medications administered, treatments provided, and response to treatment plans.
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Visions Home Health
Twin Falls, ID
04.2020 - 01.2024
- Provided skilled nursing assessments, interventions, and treatments to homebound patients.
- Actively participated in continuing education programs designed to enhance professional knowledge base.
- Assessed safety risks in the home environment such as fall hazards or improper use of medical equipment.
- Counseled family members on how best to provide ongoing support for their loved one's recovery at home.
- Monitored patient progress and updated care plans accordingly.
- Educated patients on the importance of medication compliance and adherence to physician orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lewis & Clark College
Lewiston, ID12-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID05-2015
Skills
- Quality Improvement
- Sterile technique
- Surgical counts
- Patient Positioning
- ALCS and PALS Certified
- Bilingual Spanish
- IV Insertion
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Minidoka Memorial Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Circulating OR Nurse
Sawtooth Surgery Center
01.2024 - 07.2024
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Visions Home Health
04.2020 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lewis & Clark College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Idaho State University