MARIA ADORACION AGDEPPA
KITIMAT,BC
Summary
Dynamic Operating Room Nurse with extensive experience at Kitimat General Hospital, excelling in patient safety and surgical assistance. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care. Skilled in infection control and critical thinking, consistently streamlining processes to improve surgical outcomes and reduce operation times.
Knowledgeable and well versed with Pre-surgical Screening. With solid background in providing surgical support and patient care in high-pressure environments. Demonstrated ability to manage complex surgical procedures with precision, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Proven expertise in sterile techniques and effective communication with surgical teams. currently the department's Pre-Surgical Screening of Patients.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
OPERATING ROOM NURSE
Kitimat General Hospital & Health Centre
01.2005 - Current
- Delivered high-quality patient care in fast-paced surgical environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal surgical outcomes.
- Monitored patient vitals and responded promptly to changes during procedures.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety standards.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices and procedures.
- Assisted surgeons during complex operations, ensuring efficient instrument handling.
- Evaluated post-operative recovery plans, promoting effective healing processes.
- Streamlined inventory management for surgical supplies, reducing waste and costs.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive explanations of procedures and answering questions regarding their care plan.
- Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
- Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
- Mentored new nursing staff in proper OR procedures, contributing to improved overall team performance.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing any changes during surgeries.
- Evaluated inventory levels of surgical supplies regularly, ensuring adequate stock for scheduled procedures without excess waste or shortages.
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Communicated with patient and his or her family regarding postoperative and wound care.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Enhanced the quality assurance program within the operating room through regular analysis of performance metrics and implementing targeted improvements.
- Reduced surgery times through effective pre-operative preparations and timely communication with team members.
- Streamlined communication between OR nurses and other hospital departments, enhancing coordination of patient care plans.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories to identify potential complications prior to surgery.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members, fostering a collaborative work environment within the operating room setting.
- Collaborated closely with surgeons to ensure proper equipment setup and availability of necessary instruments.
- Provided compassionate post-operative care, ensuring patients received appropriate pain management and education on recovery protocols.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Rotunda Hospital
03.2001 - 04.2004
- Administered anesthesia and monitored patient vitals during surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain sterile environments.
- Mentored junior nurses in operating room procedures and best practices.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
- Provided high-quality care for diverse patient populations, addressing individual needs and concerns.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during recovery, monitoring vital signs and administering medications as needed.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Tarlac Provincial Hospital
03.1991 - 03.2001
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Served as a liaison between the surgical team and family members, providing timely updates on patient progress.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and enhance OR practices.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for pre-and post-operative patients.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING - Nursing
04-1991
Skills
- Vital signs
- Pain management
- Medication administration
- Sterile technique
- Medical histories
- Ethical practice
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Patient needs assessment
- Pain control
- Surgical assistance
- Medical procedure assistance
- Cultural history
- Preoperative assessment
- Postoperative care
- Surgical patient care
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Instrument care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Basic life support
- Critical thinking
- Patient safety
- Patient communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Patient charting
- IV insertion
- Patient and family education
- Infection control
- Patient advocacy
- Clinical assessments
- Emergency response
- Process improvement
- Diagnostic testing
- Preoperative checklists
- Family support and assistance
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Compassionate and caring
Accomplishments
I was part of the start up of the Joint Optimization in Kitimat.
Timeline
OPERATING ROOM NURSE - Kitimat General Hospital & Health Centre
01.2005 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse - Rotunda Hospital
03.2001 - 04.2004
Operating Room Registered Nurse - Tarlac Provincial Hospital
03.1991 - 03.2001
CENTRAL LUZON DOCTOR'S HOSPITAL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION - BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING, Nursing