Mina Afshar

• Work at a level one trauma center with large variety of specialty's and diverse patient population
• Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
• Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
• Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
• Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
• Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.

Experience in:

• General GI laparoscopic and Open surgeries.
  Robotic surgeries with DaVinci XI for General, Gynecological, Urology.
• Orthopedic Surgeries including Traumas, TKR, THR, Arthroscopy
• Gynecology surgery as: Lap., open and robotic Hysterectomies, Fibroid removals,
  Vascular surgeries as AV Fistula creation, EVARS, Thrombectomy and Endarterectomy
• Podiatry surgeries

• A circulating nurse in a multi-specialty hospital affiliated surgery center
• Assisted in coordination of surgery's, and provided efficient and safe care for adult and pediatric patients while providing age appropriate care.

• Circulating nurse
• Assisted surgeons during complex procedures by anticipating their needs and promptly providing necessary instruments or assistance as required.
• Facilitated smooth transitions from preoperative area to OR and recovery units, ensuring continuity of care throughout the surgical process.
• Played an instrumental role in the successful completion of numerous surgeries by demonstrating exceptional skill, knowledge, and adaptability in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

• Promoted a positive work environment through strong teamwork and open communication among colleagues.
• Recorded observations, patient assessments and progress and physician's orders.
• Contributed to reduced recovery times by providing post-operative support and education to patients and families on wound care, pain management, and overall recovery process.
• Handled emergency situations calmly and professionally through quick assessment and appropriate action steps to minimize risks for patients'' wellbeing.

• Registered Nurse
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.

• Worked in all stages of surgery and has ability to manage patients during preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative period
• Surgeries preformed included: Neurology, Orthopedic, Pain, Urology, General GI, and Plastic Surgery
• Daily tasks included preforming assessments regularly, taking vital signs, and charting patient information
• Worked as circulating nurse during surgery understanding how to insure sterile and safe environment during surgical procedures

• Provided effective consultations with clients
• Built lasting relationships with clients by contacting them to follow up on services, and suggesting new products and services, Utilized state-of-the-art computerized skin analysis devices, using sales skills, knowledge, and personality to educate and counsel clients in regard to the best treatments.

• Assisted the client with walking and activities of daily living
• Prepared meals and cleaned up meal-related items
• Provided medication reminders, and appointment reminders
• Performed light housekeeping tasks (dusting, vacuuming, making beds, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, etc.)
• Accompanied client to appointments.