Perioperative Nurse Resume

Perioperative or operating room nurses performs many role in the operating theatre. They serve as a scrube nurse, circulating nurse, or as an RN first assistant. These nurses are skilled to assist in patient care during surgery. Since assisting patient and surgical team during operation is crucial for the happy outcome, these nurses have to hold special degree of skills. Some of the important skills that medical recruiters look for in a perioperative nurse resume are: calm demeanor, strong IV skills, confidence, and communication. The resume must also highlight experience in solving technical and practical issues during surgeries.

Perioperative Nurse Resume Sample

Elisa M. Jackson
703 Despard Street
Atlanta, Georgia 30305
Phone: 404-786-9897
Email: elisa.jackson@anymail.com

Job Objective:

Detail-oriented and vigilant nursing professional with over 5+ years of experience in patient care in OT, looking forward to obtaining a Perioperative Nurse position at 'ABC General Hospital' to use my expertise in providing the best healthcare to patients before and after surgery.

Summary of Skills:

Sound knowledge of surgical assistance and post-operative care given to patients
Hands-on experience in preparing operation room, sterilization and maintenance of medical instruments
Experienced in controlling infection and bleeding during surgery
Capable of surgical planning, and handling 5 procedures per day by using standard sterilization techniques
Matured, confident, with abilitity to stay calm under any situations
Ability to monitor vital parameters prior and post operation to take sound decisions in the treatment of patients in line for surgical procedures
Proficient in collecting blood samples for lab tests and medication administration using oral or IV techniques
Exceptional ability to understand response given to complicated treatment, and calm down aggressive patients if required
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Work Experience:

Perioperative Nurse
Emory University Hospital, Atlanta, GA
March 2016 – Present

Identifying complications during surgical procedures, and acting immediately under the supervision of surgeons to relax patients by giving timely IV dose
Acquiring expertise in the use of various medical equipment, and ensuring efficiency of the equipment prior to use
Providing preoperative and post-surgery care to patients in general surgery, endoscopy, orthopedic and reconstructive surgeries
Maintaining reports about medicine administered, responses and blood loss for every surgical procedure
Performing discharge formalities and educating patients' family on wound care, medication, possible side-effects, and follow up schedules
Liaising between physicians and family members and informing them about patient's condition and further treatment plan
Supervising newly joined registered nurses on methods used for providing care to patients post-operation

Perioperative Nurse
Select Specialty Hospital, Atlanta, GA
September 2012 – February 2015

Monitored heart rate and blood pressure of patients operated for cardiac issues and high cholesterol
Assisted specialists for regular followup rounds of 20 + patients who have gone through major surgical procedures
Took responsibility to start peripheral IVs and foley catheters in pediatric department by assessing the situation and condition of patients
Administered IV fluids, and antibiotics, monitored patients closely, recognized and immediately informed adverse effects and uncommon responses
Coordinated with the team to provide AORN standard professional care to patients in level 2 trauma center facing replacement surgeries due to accidents
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of surgeons and OR nurses to achieve maximum care for patients
Assisted physicians with the instruments during procedures and maintained an accurate count of sponges

Internship:

Perioperative Nursing Intern
WellStar Atlanta Medical Center, Atlanta, Georgia
June 2010 – August 2012

Administered sedation medicines for minor invasive procedures under the supervision of anesthesiologist
Examined and assessed patient to understand their symptoms, collected blood samples, and sent it to the lab for identification of the disease
Coordinated with the surgical team to learn about the preoperative, intraoperative and post-operative care for patients
Prepared operation theater and performed prerequisite tests on patients
Ensured patient consent and readiness before the operation by completing all documentation and formalities
Provided post-operative care and administered IVs to subside pain and reduced side effects
Maintained surgical instrument in the operation theater, medical inventory, and filled requisition for sor shorrage

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Clark Atlanta University, Atlanta, Georgia
2012

Certification:

Registered Nurse, 2012
CNOR Certification, 2013

Reference:

On request.