Maria Antonette Valera

• Making sure all equipment and implants are prepared and ready for use
• Picking case carts for the following day
• Calling doctor's office for lens order

• Coordinating with material management regarding all the supplies needed
• Coordinating with the SPD department regarding all the trays needed for cases
• Gathering information from surgeons to identify needs of the surgical team in submission for capital equipment by facilitating information, such as requesting quotes from a sales representative
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues during procedures while keeping the manager, Clinical Coordinator, and SAS informed.
• Positively contributing to safety outcomes and promoting high quality patient experience
• Manages day to day clinical operations and unit workflow
• Assumes direct patient care if necessary Accountable for the outcomes of care for patients in a specific clinical care area(s)
• Guide and direct a team of caregivers in providing high quality, individualized care to the patient and family, while preparing them for discharge
• Guides staff development by teaching, mentoring and counseling with new and experienced staff, for both clinical and customer loyalty skills.

• Monitored and facilitated daily workflow activity by making sure correct supplies and equipment are available for the procedure
• Updated preference cards to make a thorough and organized workflow
  by verifying accurate positioning, supplies, equipment, and specific
  surgeon needs
• Oriented new hires regarding the responsibilities of a scrub and the circulator during their ortho rotation
• Assisted the clinical educator and surgical specialist by providing education of new equipment and technology related to their specialty
• Assisted with the evaluation process for new products by researching information, coordinating with the sales representative, participating in product trials, and providing feedback

• Responsible for patients safety during surgery.
• Assist surgeon during procedure.

• Making sure all equipment, supplies, positioning, and trays are all
  ready for procedures.
• Keeps work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and
  team safety.

• Knowledge of mechanical ventilation and weaning protocols
• Knowledge of wound care management
• Competency in central lines care and management
• Exhibited critical thinking skills in all aspects of patience care
Performed clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance
with Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program