Experienced OR RN with MS in Nursing, AZ-IL cross-state practice
Resume:
Tamara Hayes-Przygoda, RN, BSN, MSN
Mesa, Arizona 85204
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Objective: To obtain a challenging and rewarding nursing position where my advanced education, extensive clinical experience, and commitment to patient care excellence can contribute to improving health outcomes and fostering a collaborative, compassionate healthcare environment.
Education
University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ. Master of Science in Nursing October 2014
Saint Xavier in Nursing, Chicago, IL Bachelor of Science in Nursing May 2010
Pima Medical Institute, Mesa, AZ Medical Secretary-Assistant Cert. January 2001
Dine’ Navajo Community College, Tuba City, AZ. Associate of Science May 1995
Licensure: Registered Professional Nurse, October 2010
Certification: CPR, certified through March 2026
ACLS, certified through March 2026
Experience:
Advocate South Suburban Hospital, Hazel Crest, IL-Registered Nurse, February 2024 to present. Skilled Operating Room Nurse with 12 years’ experience closely monitoring patients in critical situations to ensure high-quality care. Demonstrated experience adapting quickly to complications while advocating for patient needs. Services that I have been exposed to and have experience with include vascular, heart team, general, ortho, podiatry, breast/cancer for women, gynecology, urology, plastic surgery, etc. I work closely with my team members, including pre-op and post-op co-workers – I have gained the confidence in surgeons in these fields. I dedicate myself to excellence- I constantly learn and apply knowledge to future situations and patients. I am organized, thinking quickly as emergencies arise, multi-task, and have no problem communicating with other healthcare members. I am highly motivated and ultimately advocate for my patients.
OR Staffing Solutions, Inc., Burr Ridge, IL-Registered Nurse, August 2015 to February 2024. As an agency operating nurse in the OR- I traveled to different hospitals and surgery centers in the Chicagoland region. I have learned the ability to work with different places, surgeons, employees, and have gained the ability to adapt to what is expected of my nursing skills. I have learned to learn, adapt, and develop to the culture of where I have gotten placed. Patient care is the priority and most important is the outcome of the patient.
Palos Hospital, Palos, IL, December 2010 – August 2015-Provide education to patients on surgical procedures and what to expect with the procedure. Assess vital signs, EKGs, chart documentation, and phlebotomy. Worked with the surgical team to ensure safety of the patient for the best outcome.
Little Company of Mary Hospital, Evergreen Park, IL- Registered Nurse, December 2010 to August 2013. Prep patients for surgical procedures and care for patients after surgical including wound care, dressing changes, monitoring the patient to recovery. I have obtained experience with PCA and Epidural pumps, some rhyme surveillance, JP and according drains. Experience in delegation and organization skills to help deliver the best outcome for patients.
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