Ninda St Pierre

• Assisted in pre-operative assessments and patient education sessions.
• Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure patient safety.
• Maintained sterile environments by adhering to infection control protocols.
• Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records system.
• Transported patients to holding area to prepare for operating procedures.
• Maintained accurate records of all patient information including medical history, lab results, diagnosis reports.
• Administered medication to patients in accordance with the doctor's orders, and documented all treatments accurately.
• Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while performing duties in the operating room environment.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care before, during and after surgery.
• Ensured that all hospital policies and procedures related to surgery were followed correctly.
• Responded promptly to any changes in patient's condition or emergency situations.
• Reviewed laboratory test results prior to surgery to identify potential risks or problems.
• Provided emotional support to patients and family members throughout the entire surgical process.
• Conducted pre-operative physical assessments such as taking vital signs or obtaining consent forms from patients.
• Provided support to surgical team by preparing operating room, sterilizing instruments, passing supplies and equipment.

- Providing direct patient care for 3-5 patients and reporting changes in condition
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members
- Proficient in Cerner EHR
- Administer medications
- Manages and/or titrates cardiac drips, heparin drips, IV antibiotics, and continuous fluids
- Provides post-op care for patients undergoing surgical procedure (cardiac catheterizations, AAA repair, VATS, TAVR, AVR, MVR, STEMI), including monitoring and evaluating for post op bleeding, infection, or irregularities
Manage patients with various drainage systems and chest tubes
- Monitor patients on Bi-pap
- Monitor cardiac rhythm
- Inserting NG tubes, foley catheters, and IVs
- Provide patient education