Mishelle Konviser
Woodland Hills,CA
Summary
Skilled and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with over two years of dedicated experience as an OR Circulator in high-volume surgical settings. Specialized in ophthalmic procedures including cataract, glaucoma, and implant surgeries. Strong expertise in sterile technique, surgical preparation, intraoperative support, and patient safety protocols. Currently pursuing a Nurse Practitioner degree with a clear passion for dermatology and aesthetics, aiming to transition into the field of medical aesthetics as a nurse injector. Recognized for clinical precision, patient advocacy, and being a reliable team player in fast-paced OR environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OR Circulating Nurse
Specialty Surgical Center
09.2023 - Current
- Circulate ophthalmic procedures including cataract, glaucoma, implants, and revision surgeries
- Ensure all surgical equipment is prepared, sterile, and available for operative use
- Circulated with the patients from Pre-Op to Surgery to PACU
- Conducted lead surgical timeouts to ensure patient safety
- Assist anesthesia providers during induction, monitoring, and emergence
- Coordinate intraoperative support, patient positioning, adjusting instruments, and managing surgical supplies, administering medications as directed by the physicians
- Maintain accurate documentation of procedures, patient condition, and medications
- Recognized with multiple Employee of the Month awards for clinical excellence and reliability
Care Manager
Sunrise of Beverly Hills
10.2015 - 06.2019
- Supported residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia in a long-term care environment
- Assisted with ADLs, monitored vital signs, and collaborated with nursing team
- Maintained cleanliness, patient comfort, and adhered to HIPAA compliance
- Provided wound care
Back Office Clerk
Fedonenko & Vizel Medical Office
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Handled patient records, insurance verification, and appointment scheduling
- Collected patient data and supported smooth clinic workflow
- Ensured adherence to privacy laws and clinical documentation standards
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
United States University
San Diego, CA10.2026
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
West Coast University
Los Angeles, CA01.2023
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - undefined
California State University, Northridge
05.2019
Certified Nurse Assistant - undefined
American Red Cross CNA Program
10.2015
Skills
- Extensive experience in surgical procedures and OR circulating duties
- Expert in sterile field maintenance, surgical instrumentation, and timeouts
- Assists anesthesia providers with induction and airway management
- Prepares operating rooms, manages surgical supplies, and supports scrub techs
- Provides continuity of care between pre-op and post-op in surgical settings
- Excellent IV skills
- Exceptional patient advocacy and intraoperative communication skills
- Bilingual: English and Russian
- EMR proficient; skilled in documentation and charting
- Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Specimen handling
- Vital sign assessments
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability
Certification
- Master Course in Facial Anatomy and Cadaver Injectables for Aesthetic Procedures American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine Completed May 2025
International training in advanced aesthetic injections and facial anatomy using cadaveric studies.
- Heart Saver/AED Certification/ CPR certified/ BLS/ ACLS/ EKG
- NIHSS/First Aid Certification/ Fire Safety Certification/ FEMA certifications/ Sigma Theta Thau Certifications
Clinical Rotations (BSN Program)
- Med Surg – Telehealth & Beverly Hills Rehabilitation Center (96 hrs each)
- Obstetrics – Providence St. Joseph Medical Center (96 hrs)
- Pediatrics – Vista Del Mar (96 hrs)
- Advanced Med Surg – Los Angeles Downtown Medical Center (96 hrs)
- Preceptorship – ER/ICU, Encino Hospital Medical Center (96 hrs)
Internships & Professional Affiliations
- New Vista- Sub-Acute Department
- UCLA Care Extender Program
Rotations: Oncology, NICU, ICU, ER
- Southern California Hospital, Culver City
Shadowed Lauren Hoffman, PA-C & Daphna Shalom, PA-C
- CSUN Food Recovery Network
Timeline
OR Circulating Nurse
Specialty Surgical Center
09.2023 - Current
Care Manager
Sunrise of Beverly Hills
10.2015 - 06.2019
Back Office Clerk
Fedonenko & Vizel Medical Office
09.2014 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
West Coast University
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - undefined
California State University, Northridge
Certified Nurse Assistant - undefined
American Red Cross CNA Program
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
United States University
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