Yagna Jani
Des Plaines
Summary
Dedicated Operating Room Nurse with strong expertise in perioperative care, sterile technique, and patient safety. Skilled in assisting with surgical procedures, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining a safe, efficient operating room environment. Recognized for attention to detail, calm performance under pressure, and strong advocacy for patients throughout the surgical process.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
Chicago
03.2025 - Current
- Provide evidence-based perioperative nursing care for general surgery and transplant procedures, prioritizing patient advocacy, safety, and quality outcomes in high-acuity, complex, and time-sensitive surgical environments.
- Lead intraoperative coordination as a Circulating Nurse, maintaining sterile technique, supporting surgical workflow, and fostering a culture of safety.
- Perform preoperative verification, surgical time-outs, surgical counts, and specimen handling in compliance with regulatory and patient safety standards.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize clinical outcomes and procedural efficiency.
- Apply advanced clinical judgment through continuous patient monitoring, and accurate intraoperative documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Provide mentorship and clinical support to new staff and learners, contributing to professional development and team effectiveness in the perioperative setting. Initiated emergency resuscitative measures when indicated in the event of complications or unexpected outcomes.
Optician
Sam’s Club Optical
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Provided personalized patient care by interpreting prescriptions, assessing patient needs, and offering tailored solutions for vision health.
- Collected and maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with health regulations and data privacy standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive patient care and follow-up on optical health outcomes.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to improve operational efficiency and meet customer demand, applying data-driven insights to optimize performance.
- Educated patients on the importance of routine eye health exams and preventive care, promoting awareness of broader health implications.
- Managed a team, overseeing workflow, delegating tasks, and ensuring adherence to healthcare guidelines and safety protocols.
- Conducted quality control checks on optical products, ensuring they met regulatory standards and patient safety requirements.
- Developed and delivered training programs for staff on best practices, patient care, and regulatory compliance.
Medical Lab technician
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
05.2020 - 11.2020
- Conducted detailed analyses on various biological samples, ensuring compliance with public health regulations.
- Maintained detailed records of lab activities, providing essential data for regulatory reports.
- Performed newborn screening for genetic metabolic and congenital disorders, contributing to public health safety.
- Performed laboratory tests and analyses to detect, diagnose, and monitor public health conditions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with public health standards.
- Collected, processed, and analyzed biological samples, contributing to statewide disease surveillance and reporting efforts.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals and public health officials to provide timely, actionable data for disease prevention and control.
- Maintained detailed laboratory records and reports, ensuring adherence to data integrity and confidentiality regulations.
- Assisted with recording of public health outbreaks by providing diagnostic support and data analysis for epidemiological studies.
- Processed and analyzed COVID-19 results, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of test results to healthcare providers and public health agencies.
- Followed strict biohazard protocols and safety guidelines to minimize contamination risk and protect lab staff during high-volume testing periods.
Pharmacy Technician
Osco Pharmacy
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications, ensuring accuracy and adherence to prescription guidelines and safety protocols.
- Conducted medication inventory management, including tracking stock levels, ordering supplies, and ensuring the proper storage of pharmaceuticals.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to verify and clarify prescriptions, addressing any discrepancies and ensuring the safe administration of medications.
- Maintained detailed and accurate patient records, including medication histories and interactions, to support regulatory compliance and quality control.
- Monitored and reported adverse drug reactions and medication errors, contributing to pharmacovigilance and safety monitoring efforts.
- Utilized data management systems to track medication usage, patient outcomes, and inventory metrics, supporting data-driven decisions and operational efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations regarding the handling and distribution of pharmaceuticals, maintaining high standards of practice and safety.
- Responsible for ordering medication based on patients needs.
Education
BSN - Bachlor of Science in Nursing
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL08-2022
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient advocacy
- Problem solving
- High-quality care
- Efficiency in fast-paced environments
- Patient comfort
- Positive health outcomes
- Surgical coordination
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills
- Emergency response
- Decision-making
- Circulating nurse skills
- Pre-surgery assessments
- HIPAA compliance
- Task prioritization
Volunteer Work And Community Involvement
- Volunteered in health awareness programs for underserved communities.
- Participated in local blood donation campaigns to promote public health safety.
- Volunteered with American Heart Association for EKG and EEG tests for students.
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Clinical Rotations
- Rotations through clinicals in 6 departments, including ICU, surgery, and pediatrics
- Provide assistance to nursing staff during rotations with empathetic approach to quickly build trust.
- Performed CPR as a part of ICU rotation for patients who were coding with 100% success.
- Learned about various lab tests vital diagnosis and treatment of patients in each ward.
- Assisted in treating severity of patient’s conditions by performing detailed medical assessment and taking patient vital signs.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Gujarati
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
Sigma Honors
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
03.2025 - Current
Medical Lab technician
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
05.2020 - 11.2020
Optician
Sam’s Club Optical
06.2019 - 09.2022
Pharmacy Technician
Osco Pharmacy
05.2018 - 12.2018
BSN - Bachlor of Science in Nursing
Saint Xavier University