RN CPSN

Christian Van de Riet, RN CPSN

**** ******* **** ***** *. 573-***-****

Columbia, MO 65203 e. t132m3@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: To obtain a position as an RN with a successful aesthetic practice.

Summary of qualifications: An energetic, reliable leader in the aesthetics and cosmetic surgery field. I believe in empowering patients by establishing a trusting relationship and providing outstanding education in the field of aesthetics.

• 5 years as Director of Nursing in a Private Practice Plastic Surgery practice.

• 17 years of combined nursing experience.

• Strong multi-tasking, organizational and communication skills.

• Outstanding ability to establish an instant rapport with staff, patients, and reps.

• Strong sales experience in elective Aesthetics.

• Commended by employers, patients, and reps in teamwork and proactive approach.

Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics experience from 2007-2012:

• First assistant to Dr. Matthew Concannon, MD in all cosmetic and hand surgeries.

• Able to competently perform pre-operative, PACU, circulator and scrub duties, and conscious sedation.

• Establishing triage of surgical caseload, provide pre and post operative education to surgical patients.

• Creating and analyzing data from the Quality assurance & performance improvement studies to recommend changes to policies and protocols.

• In charge of purchasing and maintaining supplies for Specialty Surgical Services while promoting cost effectiveness and implementing procedures to control waste.

• Coordinating and monitoring operational activities for effective and efficient management of daily operations.

• Effectively cross trained nursing and surgical staff to create a productive work environment.

• Maintaining AAAASF certification and performed monthly PEER Reviews.

• Cosmetic liaison for all cosmetic consultations. Expansive knowledge in all aspects of aesthetic surgery. Personal experience with breast augmentation and injectables.

• RN Nurse injector of Botox, Dysport, Restylane, Juvederm and Radiesse.

• Extensive knowledge in skin care services & product lines. A few of the cosmetic lines include OBAGI, SkinCeuticals, ColoreScience mineral makeup, and Latisse.

• Able to provide micro-dermabrasion, chemical peels and provide skin consultations to discuss problem areas and recommend productions and services to provide positive results.

• Assisted with Dr. Concannon at the ASPS Convention in Denver 2011 on teaching "Wide Awake Breast Augmentation".

Current Certifications and organizations:

• AAAASF American Association For Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgical Facilities Member and currently an active Surgical Facility & Medicare Facility Inspector.

• OSHA & Facility Safety Officer.

• Current active member of ASPSN & affiliate member of ASPS.

• ACLS and BLS Certified.

• Certified Laser Nurse in Lumenis UltraPulse Encore Total FX CO2, IPL, Light Sheer DUET, ISOLAZ acne laser and Clear & Brilliant Laser.

• Certified Nurse Injector

• Certified Plastic Surgery Nurse

Education and Honors:

• Registered nurse - Deaconess College of Nursing - St. Louis, MO 1993-1995

• Sisters of Deaconess Scholarship recipient - 1995

• Pre nursing and general studies, Lincoln University - JC, MO 1990-1993

• Currently enrolled at Southeast Missouri State University taking online classes.

Employment History:

• RN Director of Nursing- Concannon Plastic Surgery Columbia MO 2007-February 2012. Provided total nursing supervision & training of staff. Provided surgical support to DR. Concannon, and patient education to the cosmetic and hand patient.

• RN Staff Nurse- Medical Staffing Network & Crown Nursing Agency - Columbia, MO 2002-2007. Provided PRN nursing care in ICU, PACU, SICU, Cardiac Step-down, and Orthopedic surgery at Boone Hospital and Columbia Regional Hospital.

• RN Staff Nurse Favorite Nurses Agency- Dallas, TX & St. Louis, MO 1995-1999. Provided PRN nursing care in a variety of settings including ER, Outpatient surgery, PACU, ICU, SICU, and orthopedics.

• RN Staff Nurse at Creve Coeur Surgery Center- St. Louis, MO 1995-1997. PACU for plastic surgeon Allen Londe, MD.

• Staff Nurse at St. Mary's Health Center JC, MO 1992-1995 2 South Orthopedics.

References available upon request

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