Lupe Diaz
Phoenix
Summary
Critically thinking, dedicated and compassionate Nurse with five years of experience in progressive healthcare . Known for excellent bedside manner and efficient communication with colleagues. Knowledgeable in standard medical diagnoses, medical equipment, diseases and treatments. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
The Core Institute
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring surgical procedures and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a sterile operating room environment through proper cleaning and equipment handling techniques.
- Improved surgical team efficiency by effectively communicating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other staff members during operations.
- Assisted in successful surgeries by providing necessary instruments and supplies to the surgeon in a timely manner.
- Streamlined operating room setup for faster procedure turnaround times, ensuring timely patient care.
- Contributed to reduced surgical errors by consistently verifying patient information, site markings, and procedure details prior to surgery.
- Demonstrated adaptability to various types of surgeries, swiftly learning new techniques when required including orthopedics, total joints, spine, podiatry
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Arizona Endoscopy Center
09.2021 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Arizona Eye Institute And Cosmetic Laser Center
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Assisted with patient respiratory needs by administering oxygen, inserting OPA's and applying suction and jaw thrust.
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Banner University Medical Center
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Treated patients suffering from strokes, brain disorders, brain cancer and traumatic brain injuries.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona State University
05.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
12.2019
Skills
- Airway Management
- Discharge Instruction
- Test Interpretations
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Moderate Sedation Administration
- PICC Lines
- Emergency Response
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Invasive Procedures
- Sterile technique expertise
- Adapting to change
Certification
- ACLS/ BLS/ PALS
Timeline
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
The Core Institute
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Arizona Endoscopy Center
09.2021 - 01.2024
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Arizona Eye Institute And Cosmetic Laser Center
09.2020 - 09.2021
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Banner University Medical Center
03.2020 - 09.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona State University
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