Courtney Aguirre
Honor Health Scottsdale Shea Medical Center
Fountain Hills,AZ
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Proficient Pre-op/PACU Charge Nurse with strong clinical judgment and teamwork skills. Successfully oversaw nursing staff, implemented quality improvement initiatives, and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to elevate patient care standards and enhance recovery processes.
Work History
Pre-op/PACU Charge Nurse
5 Years- Oversaw nursing staff to guarantee exceptional patient care in pre-operative settings.
- Designed and executed protocols to optimize patient recovery and discharge workflows.
- Streamlined daily operations to enhance workflow efficiency within pre-op care unit.
- Trained and mentored new nurses, promoting best practices in patient monitoring and safety.
- Collaborated with anesthesiologists and surgeons to manage complex patient cases effectively.
- Streamlined workflow processes by delegating tasks effectively among team members according to their skills and expertise.
- Enhanced staff efficiency by providing ongoing training, mentorship, and support to new and experienced nurses.
- Managed scheduling efficiently to ensure adequate staffing levels while minimizing overtime costs.
- Analyzed potential areas for improvement and executed evidence-based changes to elevate patient care standards.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
2 Years- Assess patient conditions and prioritize care based on urgency and severity.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Implement process improvements to enhance patient flow in high-pressure environments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
Registered Nurse
2 Years- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Assisted in the execution of nursing protocols to ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
- Documented patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic health records accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Skills
Patient assessment
Clinical judgement
IV insertion
Adult critical care
ACLS certified
PALS certified
Quality improvement
Policy compliance
Time management
Teamwork and collaboration
Training staff
Ethical practice
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Training
- Advanced Pediatric Life Support Training
- National Institute of Stroke Certification
- Basic Life Support Training
Timeline
Pre-op/PACU Charge Nurse
Honor Health Scottsdale Shea Medical Center
07.2021 - CurrentRead More
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Honor Health Scottsdale Shea Medical Center
07.2019 - 07.2021Read More
Registered Nurse
Honor Health Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center
07.2017 - 07.2019Read More
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Scottsdale Community College
Associate Degree in Nursing from Nursing
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