Dentrix
Elaine Joyce Gamo
Registered Nurse
4817 49th Street, Yellowknife,NT
Summary
Motivated and compassionate registered nurse with valuable hands-on experience in both the operating room and outpatient services. Eager to apply my surgical nursing skills and outpatient care expertise in a dynamic healthcare environment. Seeking a position that fosters professional growth, allows for diverse patient interactions, and provides opportunities to contribute to a collaborative healthcare team. Committed to delivering high-quality patient-centered care and continuously expanding my clinical knowledge.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dental Assistant
Great Slave Dental Clinic
Yellowknife, NT
06.2020 - Current
- Records patients' health histories, documents current symptoms, medications, drug allergies and contraindications for dentists to review and evaluate.
- Enters patient data into EMR, adhering to strict confidentiality and maintaining high level of accuracy.
- Ensures that instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures are prepared and arranged according to its usage to promote efficiency and productivity.
- Performs general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Successfully assists dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Cleans and sanitizes dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restock supplies to prepare for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Takes dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
- Reinforce health teaching to patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Creates dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
North Toronto Eye Surgery Center
Toronto, ON
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Efficiently navigated the EHR system.
- Prioritized tasks efficiently to meet patient needs and unit demands.
- Received positive feedback for being a quick learner and adaptable from the assigned preceptor or mentor.
- Addressed and incorporated constructive feedback into practice.
- Successfully transitioned from orientation to regular duties in a short period of time.
- Collaborated with the surgical team to ensure smooth workflow and efficient utilization of resources.
- Exhibited a strong understanding of legal and ethical responsibilities in nursing practice.
- Stepped in the role of circulating nurse for cataract surgery and oculoplastic after my first week on the job, contributing productivity to the team and assist with the staffing.
- Performed time outs and anticipated the needs of the surgical team and provide instruments and supplies as required.
- Assisted patients to transfer to the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU)
- Assessed patients for increased intra- ocular pressure, tested visual acuity, vital signs before and following surgery to identify and resolve potential complications.
- Applied dilating drops, pre and post- op care.
- Followed- up patients through a phone call a day post- surgery, documented any untoward reaction and inform head nurse as necessary. Re-iterate the medication drops schedule and reminded the post- op appointment.
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Guillermo De Venecia Eye Center, Inc.
San Fabian, Pangasinan , Philippines
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Supports nursing staff and works with Ophthalmologists as part of their refractive and cataract surgery teams
- Carry out duties of scrub and anesthetic assistant, pre-op assessment, diagnostic duties and provide aftercare during discharge
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide exceptional patient care in the operating room and outpatient services.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, administered medications, and assisted with various procedures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of outpatient care plans, ensuring continuity of care post-surgery.
- Educated patients and their families about pre and post-operative care, medications, and potential complications.
- Trained new nurses about proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Head Nurse/Registered Nurse - Operating Room
ENT Medical Center
Riyadh , Saudi Arabia
10.2009 - 12.2017
- Oversees the nursing staff, ensuring all procedures and clinic protocol are implemented and delivered to patients in high quality and efficiency.
- Prepared operating rooms, ensuring all necessary supplies and equipment were available and sterile.
- Assisted surgeons during procedures, anticipating their needs and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Monitored patients' condition throughout surgery, promptly addressing any changes in vital signs or complications.
- Collaborated with the surgical team to ensure smooth workflow and efficient utilization of resources.
- Maintained and updated knowledge of surgical techniques, protocols, and equipment.
- Built rapport with patients and family members in a culturally sensitive manner to facilitate therapeutic communication and provide exceptional care.
- Adhered to universal precautions, applying aseptic techniques to operating room equipment and personnel.
- Participated in OR suite turnaround procedures such as cleaning and case cart management.
- Confirmed presence of required medical equipment prior to scheduled appointments.
- Maintained operating room's inventory of products and replenished stock, when needed.
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Trained new nurses to ensure smooth transition and integration to the team.
Clinic Registered Nurse- Psychiatry
Pangasinan Homecare Clinic
Dagupan City, Pangasinan, Philippines
08.2006 - 08.2008
- Ensures safety of the patients, staff and the unit during socializations
- Administers and notes reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications
- Anticipates possible drug hoarding
- Maintains patient confidentiality
- Accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, according to standard medical record keeping
- Performs administrative task such as filing, answering phones, appointment, and completing progress notes.
- Ensures that quality care is delivered in an efficient and safe manner, consistent with the facility's standard of care.
- Detailed and accurate endorsement of care to health care providers and incoming staff
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lyceum- Northwestern University
06.2002 - 03.2006
Skills
Attention to detail
Fast- learner
Strong manual dexterity
Oral surgery
Operating Room Procedures
Outpatient Care Management
Infection Control
Ear, nose and throat care
Oral and Written Communication
Efficiency and Time Management
Patient Advocacy
Punctuality and Attendance
Affiliations
- College of Registered Nurses of Alberta- License No. 124245
- College of Nurses of Ontario- License No. 23635862
- Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers du Québec- Permit No. 2230099
- New York State Board of Nursing- Registered Professional Nurse License No. 859624
- Heart and Stroke Foundation Basic Life Support - HCP
Software
Abeldent
Oscar
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
North Toronto Eye Surgery Center
04.2023 - 05.2023
Dental Assistant
Great Slave Dental Clinic
06.2020 - Current
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Guillermo De Venecia Eye Center, Inc.
08.2018 - 07.2019
Head Nurse/Registered Nurse - Operating Room
ENT Medical Center
10.2009 - 12.2017
Clinic Registered Nurse- Psychiatry
Pangasinan Homecare Clinic
08.2006 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lyceum- Northwestern University
06.2002 - 03.2006