Registered Nurse Operating Room
Resume:
MELVI CZARINA KAUKE-NAVARRO, BSN RN
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Curriculum Vitae
Education
La Consolacion College School of Nursing, Manila Philippines - Bachelor of Science in Nursing, March 2008
US License/Certification
Current
Registered Nurse, State of Connecticut, license number 216950
Past
Registered Nurse, State of Massachusetts, license number 2282538
Registered Nurse, State of California, license number 828601
OBJECTIVE:
Seeking a remote position that utilizes my skills in the field of nursing.
Work Experience as a Registered Nurse
January 2018 – December 2022
Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School – Boston Massachusetts
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
●As a nurse at Brigham and Women's Hospital, a renowned tertiary care center, my primary role was in the operating room (OR), where I provided crucial assistance to the surgical team across various specialties, predominantly Urology, Plastic Surgery, Orthopedics and General Surgery. In addition to these main specialties, I gained extensive experience by floating to numerous other surgical areas, allowing me to accumulate a comprehensive understanding of diverse surgical procedures. Within the OR, my responsibilities were multifaceted. I meticulously prepared the operating room, ensuring it was fully equipped and sterilized to meet the specific requirements of each procedure. As both a scrub nurse and circulator, I played a pivotal role in supporting the surgical team throughout the entire surgical process. During surgeries, I worked closely with surgeons and other team members, anticipating their needs, passing instruments, and maintaining a sterile environment to minimize the risk of infection. Effective communication was paramount as I liaised between team members, ensuring seamless coordination and facilitating optimal patient care. Post-operatively, I transitioned to monitoring patients' recovery, closely observing their vital signs, and administering medications as necessary to manage pain and prevent complications. Additionally, I provided detailed instructions to patients and their families regarding post-operative care, empowering them to actively participate in their recovery process. Throughout my tenure in the operating room, I remained steadfast in my commitment to prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and overall well-being. I adhered rigorously to hospital protocols and best practices, striving to uphold the highest standards of care in every aspect of my role.
August 2013 – January 2018
Lemuel Shattuck Hospital, Department of Public Health (DPH) - Jamaica Plain, MA
Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical
●Charge nurse – make nurses assignments evenly, delegate duties, coordinate work schedules and keeping track of the admissions and discharges.
●Implemented the nursing process to deliver acute and specialized care for a diverse patient population, including low-income, homeless, and incarcerated individuals with multiple and complex medical diagnoses, within an acute medical-surgical setting. In my role, I demonstrated leadership by organizing the delivery of patient care as a team/charge nurse, effectively assigning, supervising, and evaluating the nursing interventions provided by licensed practical nurses (LPNs), assistant nurses (AN), and support staff. I provided comprehensive care for patients requiring prolonged IV antibiotic therapy, mechanical ventilation via tracheostomy, chemotherapy, blood transfusions, as well as pre-operative and post-operative management, complex wound management, and rehabilitative services. Additionally, I conducted admissions, thorough patient assessments, promptly identifying any abnormalities and communicating them to the Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) for timely intervention. My dedication to delivering high-quality care in this dynamic environment ensured that each patient received personalized, holistic care to optimize their outcomes and well-being.
April 2013 to August 2013
Kindred Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation - Braintree, MA
Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical
●Performed various duties to provide quality nursing care to residents to maintain or attain the highest practical level of functioning and to coordinate total nursing care for the residents.
November 2012 to February 2013
Philippine Orthopedic Hospital – Manila Philippines
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
●Provided care to patients who have recently undergone complex orthopedic procedures. Monitored the patient’s condition, recorded vital signs, monitored the surgical site, kept the patient comfortable, which included repositioning the patient and administering pain medication as needed and insertion of intravenous lines and other medications.
October 2009 to October 2011
Sto. Nino Hospital - Bulacan, Philippines
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
●Worked as Circulator and Scrub Nurse in the Operating room. Tasks included: Ensured that the surgical room was sterile and safe for the patient. Maintained count on sponges, needles and instruments to ensure all items are accounted for post procedure. Performed all circulating duties with efficiency and speed, provided for continuity of individual patient care, assessed the needs of patients during procedures to ensure the best outcome, directly assisted the surgeons with surgical procedures.
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