Vasilia Ricci
Smithfield,RI
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with over two years of healthcare experience focused on delivering exceptional patient care in fast-paced clinical environments. Skilled in maintaining high standards of quality assurance, infection prevention, and patient safety while adapting to diverse patient needs. Experienced in perioperative nursing support, implementing comprehensive care plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes. Committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care and contributing to excellence in healthcare delivery.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Rhode Island Hospital
Providence, RI
08.2024 - Current
- Full time 36 hours a week
- Level 1 Trauma
- Served as a scrub and circulating nurse, supporting surgical teams while maintaining strict sterile technique throughout procedures.
- Prepared and verified surgical supplies, equipment, and instrumentation according to procedure requirements and hospital policies.
- Maintained aseptic practices and monitored compliance with sterile field standards to reduce the risk of surgical site infections.
- Participated in surgical Time Out processes to confirm correct patient identity, surgical site, side, and procedure level.
- Managed patient specimens, implants, and tissue/tissue-based products according to established documentation policies and procedures.
- Administered medications safely and accurately while providing comprehensive perioperative nursing care.
- Documented all care provided during the perioperative experience accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technicians, and interdisciplinary teams to support safe and effective patient outcomes.
Student Nurse Intern- Operating Room
Rhode Island Hospital
Providence, RI
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Part time 30 hours per week.
- Assisted in surgical procedures by maintaining sterile technique and preparing surgical instruments and equipment.
- Assisted in the overall function of the nursing unit under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
- Demonstrated accountability, professionalism, and responsibility as a member of the healthcare team
- Delivered high-quality patient care while ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols, infection prevention standards, and clinical guidelines.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes and support efficient unit operations.
CNA
Saint Elizabeth Community
Warwick, RI
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Worked part time 30 hours a week.
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, and toileting.
- Monitored and documented vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff.
- Provided compassionate, person-centered care while maintaining patient dignity and comfort.
- Followed infection control, quality assurance, and safety procedures.
Front End Supervisor
Lowes Home Improvement Stores
North Providence, RI
12.2015 - 01.2023
- Full time 40 Hours a week
- Supervised daily front-end operations and provided leadership to cashiers and customer service associates.
- Delivered exceptional customer service while resolving customer concerns professionally.
- Trained and mentored new employees on company policies and customer service standards.
- Managed cash handling, register balancing, and compliance with company procedures.
- Coordinated staffing and front-end workflow to maximize operational efficiency.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI05-2024
Skills
- Perioperative Nursing
- Sterile Technique
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Surgical Instrument Preparation
- Patient Safety
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Team Collaboration
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
Certification
- Licensed [Registered Nurse]
- CPR
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Rhode Island Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Student Nurse Intern- Operating Room
Rhode Island Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2024
CNA
Saint Elizabeth Community
01.2023 - 07.2023
Front End Supervisor
Lowes Home Improvement Stores
12.2015 - 01.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island