Travis Worzella
Winter Park,FL
Summary
Offering strong foundation in healthcare principles and readiness to learn and excel in surgical setting. Brings solid grasp of patient care standards and sterile techniques, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Ready to use and develop clinical assessment and teamwork skills in the Peri-Op Nurse role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
06.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with surgical teams to provide optimal patient care during procedures.
- Implemented best practices for infection control, enhancing surgical outcomes.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Administered preoperative assessments, ensuring patient readiness for surgical procedures.
Practical Nursing Specialist
US Army Reserve
11.2019 - Current
- Support nursing staff by identifying and reporting changes in patient condition, evaluating safety concerns and assisting treatment procedures.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Coordinated training programs to enhance operational readiness and skill development.
- Developed efficient logistical plans to support mission objectives and resource allocation.
- Mentored junior personnel in tactical operations and leadership principles.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing strategic initiatives for mission success.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
AdventHealth
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Evaluate surgical patients prior to surgery and in postoperative phases
- Recorded details regarding procedures to keep patient charts updated.
- Ensured efficient flow of the operating room schedule by coordinating effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and support staff.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Orlando Health
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners and verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical-Surgical Unit
Orlando Health
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Document accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administer controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Perform routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtain patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Collaborate with nurse and multidisciplinary team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Life Skills Trainer/Caregiver Attendant
The Mentor Network - NeuroRestorative
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Supported clients with developmental disabilities in building multi-faceted skillset to promote independence and self-confidence.
- Modeled positive behavior skills as well as good problem-solving and relationship-building abilities to improve clients' social integration.
- Helped to integrate clients in local community by teaching important social and work-related skills.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks, enhancing overall patient comfort and satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL12-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL05.2023
Diploma - Practical Nursing
US Army Medical Center of Excellence
San Antonio, TX07.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Purdue University - Global
Indianapolis, IN06.2020
Skills
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Preoperative preparation and patient positioning
- Sterile technique expertise
- Professionalism and ethics
- Operating room safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Medication administration
- IV insertion
- Infection control
Certification
Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
Advanced Life Support - American Red Cross
Florida IV Therapy Certification - Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare, Inc.
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
AdventHealth
09.2023 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Orlando Health
07.2023 - 09.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical-Surgical Unit
Orlando Health
11.2021 - 07.2023
Practical Nursing Specialist
US Army Reserve
11.2019 - Current
Life Skills Trainer/Caregiver Attendant
The Mentor Network - NeuroRestorative
08.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Daytona State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Daytona State College
Diploma - Practical Nursing
US Army Medical Center of Excellence
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Purdue University - Global