Registered Nurse Pre--Op

Lori Balzano

ad5qq7@r.postjobfree.com 917-***-**** Brooklyn, NY

OBJECTIVE

Experienced Peri-Operative Nurse with extensive history in delivering safe, effective, and patient -centered care in a high paced Ambulatory Surgery Hospital with usual census of 80-90 procedures per day. Demonstrated excellence in interdisciplinary collaboration, communication, and critical thinking. Proficient in-patient assessment, infection control, and electronic medical records. Passionate about making a positive impact on patients and their family’s lives. Ready to contribute to a thriving surgical team in providing exceptional perioperative care.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Manhattan Eye Ear & Throat Hospital New York NY 7/2014-5/2024

Explained, pre-op process, and provided physical, emotional, and educational support to the patient.

Provided attire necessary for procedures.

Checked all laboratory results and tests, reported any abnormalities to the surgeon and anesthesiologist.

Checked chart for History & Physical. Medical Clearance, labs and all necessary tests.

Communicated with staff in regard patients’ history and surgical preparation

Administered medications and treatments in a competent, timely manner.

Recognize actual or potential problems and communicated them appropriately.

Acted as Charge Nurse arranged staffing assignments and worked with entire team to manage any issues occurring.

Long Island College Hospital Brooklyn, NY 7/2011-5/2014

Pre Op & Post Op Nurse

Evaluated patients’ history, complaints, and current condition.

Made proper pre 0p phone calls the day before procedure to inform patient of details.

Inform patient and family what to expect from the day starting from pre-op till discharge.

Assessed patients’ medical records and assure patients labs and tests are within normal limits.

Documented all elements of care and updated patients’ chart and confidential file.

Assessed patient Post-Op. pain scale, wound dressing, vital signs and comfort

Administered any medications ordered by Physician to improve patients recovery ie: anti-emetic, pain medication, ice placement or heat.

Discharge patient with appropriate instructions and give proper information to them and their escort on what to expect and how to improve their recovery at home.

Long Island College Hospital Brooklyn, NY 6/2009-7/2011

Med-Surge Unit

Conducted patient assessments, coordinated triage, documented, and evaluated patient symptoms, and developed treatment plans with physicians and interdisciplinary medical teams to provide high-quality care.

Ensured compliance with infection prevention procedures and hospital safety guidelines.

Administered medication, supported physicians during non- invasive procedures, and codes,

Delivered patient-centered care in a 50-bed med-surge unit with a 1:13 ratio and educate patients and families on prognosis, treatment plans and at-home care.

Administered all medication, blood transfusions and treatments. Assessed patient for any adverse reactions.

EDUCATION.

Bachelor of Science Chamberlain University 2020

Associate in Applied Science Nursing 2009

ACLS CERTIFIED

PALS CERTIFIED

BLS CERTIFIED

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