MARIANA BICHARA
Phoenix
Summary
Compassionate and reliable Registered Nurse with 4+ years of diverse experience in operating rooms, home health, and clinical settings. Known for delivering patient-centered care, maintaining safety standards, and supporting multidisciplinary teams. Bilingual in Spanish and English, with proven skills in critical care, patient education, and medical interpretation. Committed to high-quality outcomes and patient advocacy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Nurse Circulator
Eye Institute at Boswell
Phoenix
08.2023 - Current
- Managed surgical flow and sterile field integrity for multi-specialty procedures including cataract, retina, glaucoma, and plastic surgery.
- Delivered perioperative care in a 20-surgeon practice; ensured patient safety, comfort, and documentation.
- Cross-trained across multiple specialties; collaborated with surgical team to ensure optimal outcomes.
Home Health Nurse
Private Health Care
Kansas City
05.2020 - 07.2023
- Provided direct care and long-term health planning for 4 patients with complex needs (e.g., cerebral palsy, diabetes, hospice).
- Built strong relationships with clients and families, promoting trust and compliance.
- Managed IV therapy, wound care, chronic disease management, and discharge planning.
Capstone Clinical – Cardiac Progressive Care Unit
Advent Health Shawnee Mission
Merriam
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Completed 144-hour practicum; assisted in codes and implemented ACLS protocols.
Nurse Associate
University of Kansas Hospital
Kansas City
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Supported RNs with ADLs, specimen collection, lab draws, and wound care for up to 15 patients.
- Monitored for deviations from patient baselines; applied fall, seizure, and suicide precautions.
- Provided Spanish interpretation for enhanced communication with non-English speaking patients.
Student Nurse – Summer Externship
University of Missouri Healthcare
Columbia
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Delivered patient education, assessments, medication administration, and charting under RN supervision.
- Translated documents and assisted with culturally competent care for Spanish-speaking patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Avila University
01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Missouri Southern State University
01.2018
Certified Medical Interpreter -
Missouri Southern State University
01.2018
Skills
- Bilingual
- IV placement
- Wound vac
- Ostomy care
- Catheter care
- EKG interpretation
- Tracheostomy management
- Chest tube management
- Infection prevention
- HIPAA compliance
- EPIC Charting
- Discharge planning
- Critical thinking
- Adaptable
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse (AZ License #287844), 04/2027
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), AHA, 02/2025
Degree
BSN, RN
Research
- Use of Non-Pharmacological Interventions for Sleep, Avila University, 12/2021
- Herbal Products & Dietary Supplement Use Among Older Latinos, University of Missouri, 05/2016
Timeline
Operating Room Nurse Circulator
Eye Institute at Boswell
08.2023 - Current
Capstone Clinical – Cardiac Progressive Care Unit
Advent Health Shawnee Mission
03.2022 - 05.2022
Nurse Associate
University of Kansas Hospital
06.2021 - 03.2022
Student Nurse – Summer Externship
University of Missouri Healthcare
06.2021 - 08.2021
Home Health Nurse
Private Health Care
05.2020 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Avila University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Missouri Southern State University
Certified Medical Interpreter -
Missouri Southern State University
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