Maria Patricia Doldolea-Garcia
Schaumburg
Summary
Detailed operating room registered nurse with several-year background providing proper care to patients before and after procedures. Motivated and calm professional devoted to thoroughly monitoring patients' physical and emotional wellbeing throughout care continuum. Deeply familiar with standard sterilization protocols and patient-need analysis.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Operating Room RN
Northwest Community Hospital
Arlington Heights
03.2019 - Current
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and equipment for procedures.
- Monitored patient vital signs during surgeries and collaborated with surgical teams.
- Administered medications and maintained accurate patient care records.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient transitions.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a sterile environment.
- Mentored new nursing staff on operating room procedures and best practices.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, ensuring quick interventions during surgeries.
- Provided support and comforted family members before, during and after operations or other medical treatments.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians according to hospital policies.
- Assessed patients preoperatively to determine the patient's condition and prepared them for surgery.
- Recognized abnormal lab results or changes in vital signs alerting physicians immediately of any potential complications or risks associated with surgery or anesthesia administration.
- Actively participated in team meetings with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals discussing patient care plans.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families and other healthcare personnel.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams such as surgeons, anesthesiologists, physician assistants, promoting positive outcomes for each patient encounter.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available prior to beginning a procedure or operation.
- Followed infection control guidelines while providing quality nursing care in accordance with professional standards.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff members by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
- Recorded accurate information regarding patient history, medication administration, vital signs and other pertinent data into the electronic health record system.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills when making decisions related to patient care within the operating room setting.
- Identified potential problems, complications that may arise during a procedure, operation and took corrective action when needed.
- Performed sterile techniques including scrubbing, gowning, gloving, draping and positioning of patients for surgical procedures.
- Provided education about conditions requiring surgery as well as pre-and post-operative instructions to both patients and families.
- Managed inventory levels of operating room supplies ensuring adequate stock is maintained at all times.
- Provided direct care to patients before, during and after surgical procedures in accordance with established policies, protocols and standards of practice.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Observed body language, movement, and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Assisted with nursing duties in short-staffed areas.
- Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
- Supervised processes and verified patient information to support patient care.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, devise care plans, modify care solutions, and support patient rights.
- Collaborated with practitioners to develop and implement patient care plans and evaluate various factors.
- Minimized infections using ChloraPrep, Mueller, and Snowden-Pencer laparoscopic instruments and infection prevention products.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient care accurately and comprehensively.
- Ensured all surgical instruments and equipment were properly sterilized and organized for accessibility.
- Acted as a liaison between the surgical team and the patient's family, providing updates and support during procedures.
- Provided mentorship to new nursing staff and students to foster a collaborative and educational working environment.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences throughout the surgical process to ensure patient-centered care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and surgical outcomes.
- Monitored patient vital signs and adjusted medical equipment settings to maintain patient stability during surgery.
- Implemented infection control protocols to prevent post-operative infections.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Manila Central University
Manila 06.1991 - 03.1995
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Infection control protocols
- Medication administration
- Team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Multidisciplinary coordination
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Emergency response
- Mentorship provision
- Compassionate care
- Problem solving
- Electronic health records navigation
- Preoperative care planning
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Professionalism and ethics
- Conflict resolution
- Patient assessment proficiency
- Continuing education commitment
- Anatomy and physiology
- Stress management techniques
- Crisis management expertise
- Aseptic technique mastery
- Sterile field maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Advanced surgical skills
- Infection control practices
- Instrument passing
- Patient safety
- Operating room safety
- Preoperative checklists
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient charting
- Blood transfusion
- Pain management plans
- Relationship building
- Complex medical terminology
- IV insertion
- Maintaining sterility
- Critical care
- Supply preparation
- Verbal and written communication
- Care standards development
- Decision-making
- Basic life support
- Patient needs assessment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient positioning
- Circulating nurse skills
- Adapting to change
- Clinical assessments
- Scrub nurse skills
Timeline
Operating Room RN
Northwest Community Hospital
03.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Manila Central University
06.1991 - 03.1995