Yolanda Brown
Berthoud,CO
Summary
I am a compassionate, loyal, and experienced perioperative nurse seeking the position of Associate Director of the Operating Room to leverage over 23 years of clinical and administrative experience in surgical services. I am committed to optimizing OR efficiency, enhancing patient outcomes, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. skilled in staff development, compliance, budgeting, and implementing evidence-based practices in high-acuity surgical environments.
Caring for patients is a calling more than a job. I have spent the last 22 years in the medical field specializing in diverse healthcare environments including surgery, internal medicine, and family health. I am a graduate of Chamberlain University’s MSN Family Nurse Practitioner program. I am also a bachelor’s prepared registered nurse (RN) of 7 years, and I still work in the operating room (OR) as a RN Circulator PRN at Longmont United Hospital. In the OR I have functioned in many roles including Surgical Tech, OR Nurse, General and Plastic Surgery Service Coordinator, and a vital member of the Longmont United orthopedic spine team. I have had the pleasure of working at this community hospital for the last 11 years. In addition to my nursing experience, I have 15 years of OR experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist. I am an open book, eager to learn, easy to get along with, and I'm sure a great fit with your team.
I am proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
APRN, FNP-C
Köena Integrative Medicine
Longmont, Colorado
06.2023 - Current
- Family practice, holistic care, differential diagnoses, physical exams, and treating/managing a variety of common illnesses. Prescribing appropriate treatment to patients and helping them manage care plans as appropriate.
- Manage chart documentation as necessary and collaborate with other licensed providers when appropriate.
- Perform therapeutic procedures such as rapid health screens, IV therapy, joint injections, splinting, and wound care.
- Documentation of patient encounters in Jane EHR.
RN Circulator
Longmont United Hospital
Longmont, Co
07.2017 - Current
- In the operating room, the duties of the circulating nurse are carried out outside the sterile area. The RN Circulator manages all the necessary care inside the surgery room, assisting the team in maintaining and creating a comfortable, safe environment for the patient and observing the team from a wide perspective. He or she must ensure all surgical team members perform in a unified effort.
Tier 3
CommonSpirit Health
Denver
10.2012 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
The Little Clinic-Broomfield Zuni
Broomfield, CO
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Company Overview: Kroger
- The Little Clinic is a bridge between a doctor’s office and an urgent care. Services provided:
- Provided primary care, including differential diagnoses, physical exams, and treated/managed a variety of common illnesses for pediatric patients.
- Prescribed appropriate treatment to patients and helped them manage care plans as appropriate.
- Managed chart documentation as necessary and collaborated with other licensed providers when appropriate.
- Performed therapeutic procedures such as rapid health screens, liquid nitrogen treatment, suturing, splinting, and wound care.
UC Health Orchards Internal Medicine
Loveland, CO
06.2020 - 05.2023
- Company Overview: Internal Medicine. Dr. Peter Smith M.D.
- Provided adult primary care, including differential diagnoses, physical exams, and treated/managed a variety of common illnesses. Prescribed appropriate treatment to multiple patients and helped them manage care plans as appropriate.
- Managed chart documentation as necessary and collaborated with other licensed providers when appropriate.
- Performed therapeutic procedures such as biopsies, I&D, suturing, splinting, and wound care.
- Documented patient encounters in Epic.
Southridge Pediatrics
Sandy, Utah
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Company Overview: Pediatric Primary Care
- Provided pediatric care, including differential diagnoses, physical exams, and treated/managed a variety of common illnesses for pediatric patients.
- Prescribed appropriate treatment to multiple patients and helped them manage care plans as appropriate.
- Managed chart documentation as necessary and collaborated with other licensed providers when appropriate.
- Performed therapeutic procedures such as rapid health screens, liquid nitrogen treatment, suturing, splinting, and wound care.
- Documented patient encounters in Cerner.
Surgical Technologist
Longmont United Hospital
Longmont, Co
10.2012 - 07.2017
- Before an operation, the surgical technologist is responsible for preparing both the operating room and the patient. The surgical technician first sets up the operating room by sterilizing and laying out the necessary surgical instruments, hanging clean curtains and sheets, and prepping solutions for the surgeon. They also assemble any of the equipment that will be used during surgery, check for any malfunctions, and make any needed adjustments.
Surgical Technologist
McKee Medical Center
Loveland, Co
07.2008 - 10.2012
- Before an operation, the surgical technologist is responsible for preparing both the operating room and the patient. The surgical technician first sets up the operating room by sterilizing and laying out the necessary surgical instruments, hanging clean curtains and sheets, and prepping solutions for the surgeon. They also assemble any of the equipment that will be used during surgery, check for any malfunctions, and make any needed adjustments.
Surgical Technologist
Mayo Clinic
Loveland, Co
04.2005 - 07.2008
- Before an operation, the surgical technologist is responsible for preparing both the operating room and the patient. The surgical technician first sets up the operating room by sterilizing and laying out the necessary surgical instruments, hanging clean curtains and sheets, and prepping solutions for the surgeon. They also assemble any of the equipment that will be used during surgery, check for any malfunctions, and make any needed adjustments.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL05.2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - undefined
Denver School of Nursing
Denver, Colorado03.2017
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition (BS) - undefined
University of Northern Colorado
Denver, Colorado05.2012
Certificate of Surgical Technology - undefined
Dixie State College
Denver, Colorado03.2002
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Ability to stay calm in high stress situations
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner | APN.0998744-NP | Exp. Sept 2025
- Nurse Practitioner | RXN.0107900-NP | Exp. Jun 2026
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board | F05230828 |
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support | American Heart Association | Exp. Aug 2023
- Basic Life Support | American Heart Association | Exp. Dec 2023
Affiliations
Family Nurse Practitioner | American Academy of Nurse Practitioners | Exp. January 25, 2024
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Swedish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
The Little Clinic-Broomfield Zuni
10.2023 - 03.2024
APRN, FNP-C
Köena Integrative Medicine
06.2023 - Current
Southridge Pediatrics
01.2023 - 03.2023
UC Health Orchards Internal Medicine
06.2020 - 05.2023
RN Circulator
Longmont United Hospital
07.2017 - Current
Tier 3
CommonSpirit Health
10.2012 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Longmont United Hospital
10.2012 - 07.2017
Surgical Technologist
McKee Medical Center
07.2008 - 10.2012
Surgical Technologist
Mayo Clinic
04.2005 - 07.2008
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - undefined
Denver School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition (BS) - undefined
University of Northern Colorado
Certificate of Surgical Technology - undefined
Dixie State College
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University