Virginia Schwebach
Miami,FL
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional with 16 years of experience offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
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Uni. Of Miami Lennar Foundation Medical Center
10.2016 - Current
- Circulated within orthopedics, ortho-hand, sports medicine, surgical oncology, plastic surgery, urology, ENT and general surgery
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Nominated for Nurse of Year 2018
OR Charge Nurse
Uni. Of Miami Lennar Foundation Medical Center
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Coordinated daily assignments (shift and facility reports, x-ray and laser cases, etc.) based on staff experience and qualifications to ensure safe and efficient flow of OR
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Communicated openly with nursing leadership regarding staff issues regarding nurse and surgical tech performance to improve patient care and staff productivity.
- Facilitated on-time case starts and efficient turnover times between cases.
- Onboarded incoming new staff
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Baptist Health - South Miami Hospital
03.2010 - 09.2016
- Circulated through various operating rooms, including robotics, thoracics, bariatrics, laparoscopics, plastic reconstruction, gynecology, neuro, vascular, orthopedic, urology, oncology, and general surgery.
- Collaborated with surgeon, anesthesia, intra-op, pre-op and recovery team members to provide safe and effective patient care.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
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Jackson Memorial Hospital
08.2015 - 04.2016
- Circulating nurse throughout main operating rooms with focus in cardiovascular OR for procedures such as circulating coronary artery bypass graft surgery, valve replacement surgery, heart and lung transplant and pediatric open-heart surgery
- Circulated through other operating rooms including orthopedics, vascular, pediatric, ENT, neuro, trauma, and general surgery
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
Cardiac and Vascular Care Unit (CVCU) Nurse
Baptist Health - South Miami Hospital
12.2007 - 03.2010
- Prepared and recovered interventional radiology and cardiac catheterization patients for procedures such as angioplasty, stent placement, electrophysiological studies and arteriovenous fistula creation.
- Treated patients admitted through the emergency department experiencing chest pain, hypertension, congestive heart failure exacerbation and related cardiac illnesses.
- Prepared and recovered patients for moderate sedation bedside procedures such as electro-cardioversions, trans esophageal echocardiograms and tilt table procedures.
X-ray Technician, Office Manager
Dr. Hall, M.D., FACS - Orthopaedic Surgery Office
10.1988 - 01.2000
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Checked equipment each day and reported major malfunctions to supervisor for attention.
- Documented patient data and histories and updated charts with current information.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
- Oversaw medical transcription, surgery scheduling and billing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN (remote)09.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL12.2007
Skills
- Patient Consultation and Assessment
- Case Management
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Procedure Development
- Staff Supervision
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
Certification
- Registered Nurse License - 2008 - Present
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification - 2017 - Present
- Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) Certification - 2016 - Present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - 2008 - Present
- Basic Life Support - 2008 - Present
Timeline
OR Charge Nurse
Uni. Of Miami Lennar Foundation Medical Center
05.2017 - 07.2018
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Uni. Of Miami Lennar Foundation Medical Center
10.2016 - Current
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Jackson Memorial Hospital
08.2015 - 04.2016
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Baptist Health - South Miami Hospital
03.2010 - 09.2016
Cardiac and Vascular Care Unit (CVCU) Nurse
Baptist Health - South Miami Hospital
12.2007 - 03.2010
X-ray Technician, Office Manager
Dr. Hall, M.D., FACS - Orthopaedic Surgery Office
10.1988 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Miami Dade College
- Registered Nurse License - 2008 - Present
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification - 2017 - Present
- Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) Certification - 2016 - Present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - 2008 - Present
- Basic Life Support - 2008 - Present
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