PAMELA JIRSA
Fairfield,CA
Summary
With over 20 years of experience in surgical services operations, dynamic healthcare professional excelling at enhancing operating room efficiency and upholding high standards of patient care. Focused on fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Leveraging advanced knowledge of organizational strategies, financial management, procurement, and contracting to make effective contributions to the success of healthcare facilities.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Aeromedical Staging Flight Commander (Director)
US Air Force
08.2024 - Current
- Managed air medical evacuation operations, ensuring swift and safe patient transport for 124 missions annually
- Coordinated medical care with multidisciplinary teams to support critical care transport in high-stress environments
- Oversaw the medical readiness of aeromedical staging personnel, ensuring compliance with established standards and regulations.
- Managed logistics and operations for patient transportations from aircraft to medical treatment facility, coordinating with various military and civilian agencies for successful execution.
Operating Room Element Chief (Manager)
US Air Force
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the surgical department, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and standards
- Managed a team of surgical staff, including nurses and technicians, fostering a collaborative and efficient environment
- Collaborated with surgeons to optimize surgical workflows and improve patient outcomes
Sterile Processing Department Manager
US Air Force
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed sterilization processes to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations
- Supervised a team of sterile processing technicians to enhance efficiency and quality
- Implemented training programs for new staff on best practices in sterile processing
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives to improve departmental performance
Operating Room Nurse
US Air Force
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced surgical environment, ensuring safety and comfort during procedures.
- Collaborated with surgeons and surgical teams to prepare for and assist in various surgical procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhancing patient outcomes and reducing complication rates.
- Educated patients and families on pre-operative and post-operative care
- Conducted pre-operative assessments, educating patients and families on procedures and post-operative care requirements.
Operating Room Nurse
US Air Force
01.2017 - 07.2020
- Provided direct patient care in the operating room, assisting surgeons during procedures
- Collaborated with the surgical team to implement best practices and improve workflow
- Documented patient information and surgical outcomes accurately in electronic health records
- Maintained sterile environments and surgical instruments, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
Medical-Surgical Nurse
US Air Force
12.2015 - 01.2017
- Delivered patient care in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit, managing up to 8 patients daily.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients' conditions, promptly reporting significant changes to physicians.
- Administered medications and treatments according to protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Educated patients and families about post-operative care, disease management, and medication adherence.
- Documented patient progress and interventions accurately in electronic health records.
Nurse Enlisted Commissioning Program Student
US Air Force
08.2013 - 05.2015
Surgical Services (Enlisted Section Manager)
US Air Force
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Managed day-to-day tasks and personnel for six clinics
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans and improve treatment outcomes
- Streamlined communication processes between surgical teams and other departments to enhance workflow
- Maintained medical equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Oversaw inventory and supply management within the surgical department
Orthopedic Technician (Enlisted Clinic Manager)
US Air Force
06.2010 - 08.2012
- Managed a team of 10 medical personnel to ensure efficient patient care in the clinic and surgical environment
- Trained and mentored junior staff on orthopedic procedures and equipment use, improving team performance and patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation in accordance with HIPAA guidelines, contributing to streamlined patient care.
- Trained junior staff on orthopedic procedures and patient handling techniques
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans and improve treatment outcomes
- Operated and maintained and organized medical equipment and supplies for orthopedic procedures
Network Admin Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge
US Air Force
01.2007 - 06.2010
- Administered user accounts and access permissions across multiple systems, enhancing data integrity.
- Provided technical support and training to end-users
- Conducted regular system audits and performance tuning, optimizing resource allocation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deploy software solutions and system upgrades for a $10M base network
- Implemented network security measures, preventing security breaches
System Administrator
US Air Force
06.2004 - 01.2007
- Configured, monitored, and troubleshot network devices including routers, switches, and firewalls to ensure secure and efficient data flow for 1.2K users.
- Performed regular system updates and patches, ensuring all systems complied with security policies and standards.
- Conducted system audits and vulnerability assessments, identifying and mitigating risks to enhance the security posture of the organization.
Surgical Technician
US Air Force
09.1999 - 06.2004
- Performed scrub duties and assisted in multi-service surgical procedures as a surgical, ensuring sterile environments and effective instrument management.
- Collaborated with surgeons and nursing staff to prepare operating rooms and maintain necessary supplies.
- Monitored and maintained surgical equipment, ensuring functionality and compliance with safety standards.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing - Leadership
Grand Canyon University
2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska Medical Center
2015
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Bellevue University
2009
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Community College of The Air Force
2011
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Community College of The Air Force
2007
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Surgical Expertise
- Clinical Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Healthcare Ethics
- Critical Thinking
- Intrinsic Motivation
- Multitasking & Organization
License
- Registered Nurse (Nebraska) #79818
Certifications
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
- Advanced Life Support - certified by American Red Cross
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - certified by American Red Cross
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - certified by American Red Cross
Specialty Training
- Epidemiology, Prevention and Infection Control (EPIC) Course, 2013
Timeline
Aeromedical Staging Flight Commander (Director)
US Air Force
08.2024 - Current
Operating Room Element Chief (Manager)
US Air Force
07.2023 - 08.2024
Sterile Processing Department Manager
US Air Force
01.2022 - 07.2023
Operating Room Nurse
US Air Force
07.2020 - 12.2021
Operating Room Nurse
US Air Force
01.2017 - 07.2020
Medical-Surgical Nurse
US Air Force
12.2015 - 01.2017
Nurse Enlisted Commissioning Program Student
US Air Force
08.2013 - 05.2015
Surgical Services (Enlisted Section Manager)
US Air Force
08.2012 - 08.2013
Orthopedic Technician (Enlisted Clinic Manager)
US Air Force
06.2010 - 08.2012
Network Admin Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge
US Air Force
01.2007 - 06.2010
System Administrator
US Air Force
06.2004 - 01.2007
Surgical Technician
US Air Force
09.1999 - 06.2004
Master of Science - Nursing - Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Bellevue University
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Science - Information Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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