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Roxanne Gulstrom

Monroe

Summary

Dynamic Perioperative Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Evergreen Health Care, excelling in sterile technique and patient advocacy. Proven track record in reducing surgical site infections and enhancing operating room efficiency. A compassionate leader who supports surgical teams under pressure, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Perioperative Registered Nurse

Evergreen Health Monroe
01.2023 - Current

Specialties include Orthopedics, General surgeries, and ENT

  • Maintained compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and national nursing standards through diligent adherence to established protocols.
  • Provided quality perioperative care by closely monitoring patients throughout their surgical experience.
  • Reduced surgical site infections through meticulous adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
  • Increased efficiency in the operating room by anticipating surgeon''s needs during procedures and promptly providing required instruments or supplies.

Perioperative Registered Nurse

Evergreen Health Hospital
11.2000 - Current

Specialties include: orthopedics, general surgeries, ortho spine, neuro, robotic surgeries, urology, bariatrics, and gynecology.

  • Supervise and oversee eight busy operating rooms as a charge nurse.
  • Orthopedic coordinator for one year. Collaborated with orthopedic surgeons to have the best surgical outcomes.
  • Support and encourage new staff while training in surgical services.
  • Supported surgical teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining composed demeanor, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to new technologies and equipment within the operating room, enhancing efficiency and accuracy during surgeries.
  • Facilitated successful surgeries by setting up equipment properly, positioning patients correctly, and performing necessary counts of instruments and supplies before each procedure.
  • Provided compassionate, individualized care for each patient while in operating room.
  • Assisted with or initiated emergency measures for sudden adverse development in patients with cardiac arrest, respiratory distress and shock.

Education

Registered Nurse -

Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WA
06-1998

Licensed Practical Nurse -

North Seattle Community College
Seattle, WA
06-1995

Skills

  • Sterile technique
  • Multi-tasker
  • Communication skills
  • Patient advocate
  • Educator
  • Leader
  • Patient safety

Accomplishments

Daisy Award-2020

Nurse Excellence Award-2020

Timeline

Perioperative Registered Nurse

Evergreen Health Monroe
01.2023 - Current

Perioperative Registered Nurse

Evergreen Health Hospital
11.2000 - Current

Registered Nurse -

Seattle Central Community College

Licensed Practical Nurse -

North Seattle Community College