worked with Dr. Robert Kuske working specifically with patients diagnosed with breast cancer
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging surgical sites.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment.
- Educated patients on expected side effects and discomfort levels post-surgery.
- Maintained records to document patient medical history and surgical procedure notes.
- Prepared patient charts by gathering and organizing medical records ahead of appointments.