Conscientious Operating Room, Pre-operative, and PACU Staff Nurse offering nearly 1.5 years of experience in healthcare. Known for excellent bedside manner and professional communication with colleagues. Knowledgeable in standard medical diagnoses and OR equipment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Looking to expand my skills and gain additional knowledge of nursing processes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Circulator, Pre-operative, PACU
Lakeland Surgical & Diagnostic Center
Lakeland, FL
08.2023 - Current
Assessed patient condition and monitored vital signs.
Provided assistance with patient transfer and positioning.
Initiated intravenous lines as necessary.
Reviewed patients' medical histories prior to surgical procedure.
Coordinated with anesthesiologists to ensure optimal patient care conditions were met.
Participated in pre-operative meetings with other healthcare team members.
Managed the recovery process of surgical patients in the post-anesthesia care unit.
Provided education on proper wound care instructions to patients or family members.
Assisted with discharge planning activities such as arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
RN CIRCULATOR
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
Lakeland, FL
07.2022 - Current
Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures by coordinating post-op care for the patient, making pertinent phone calls, procured vital medications, tools, and assisting in pre-procedure patient positioning
Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing
Prepared operating rooms by attaching necessary equipment to the operating bed as well as setting up areas required for anesthesiology professionals, surgeons, and surgical techs, also to include proper PPE to comply with environmental asepsis standards
Verified patient information to make licensed staff aware of relevant health factors
Worked synonymously with fellow nurses, along with surgical technicians, surgeons, and the anesthesia team members to ensure patient safety during surgery and into recovery
Coordinated with surgical intensive care unit nurses and staff to formulate and carry out the most ideal care plan for the patient while in the teams’ care.
Education
BACHELOR’S DEGREE -
Arizona College of Nursing
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Patient and Family Education
Asepsis Standards
Patient Charting
Critical Thinking
Patient Care Assessment
Patient Advocacy
Verbal and Written Communication
Monitoring Vital Signs
IV insertion/removal
Infection Control
Medication Administration
Compassionate and Caring
Certification
LICENSED REGISTERED NURSE
AORN PERI-OP 101
BLS, ACLS, PALS CERTIFIED
Timeline
RN Circulator, Pre-operative, PACU
Lakeland Surgical & Diagnostic Center
08.2023 - Current
RN CIRCULATOR
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
07.2022 - Current
BACHELOR’S DEGREE -
Arizona College of Nursing
LICENSED REGISTERED NURSE
AORN PERI-OP 101
BLS, ACLS, PALS CERTIFIED
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