NATASHA RUSSELL
Lakeshore,Canada
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse with 6 months of experience in a fast-paced pediatric operating room. Skilled in providing patient-centered care, maintaining a calm demeanor in high-pressure environments, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Adept at fostering trust and communication with patients and families. Seeking to transition to Labor and Delivery to support maternal and neonatal care while continuing to grow professionally in a dynamic and team-oriented setting.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Children’s Hospital of Michigan
Detroit, MI
07.2024 - Current
- Ensured efficient flow of the operating room schedule by coordinating effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and support staff.
- Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience within the operating room setting.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the surgical process.
- Streamlined the perioperative process for patients by establishing clear lines of communication between interdisciplinary teams.
Undergraduate Nursing Employee
Windsor Regional Hospital
Lakeshore, ON, Canada
01.2021 - Current
- Implementing existing care plan interventions under the direction of the nurse, feeding, patient transfer, mobility assistance, wound care, IV starts, reporting changes in client status or safety concerns to a supervising nurse, and documenting care provided
Clinical Experience
Windsor Regional Vascular Clinic
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Telemetry Unit (180 hours)
- Windsor Regional Vascular Clinic (168 hours)
- Other areas of clinical practice include Obstetrics, Operating Room, Oncology, Psychiatry, Orthopedics, and MedicalSurgical
Volunteer
Windsor Health Unit
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Actively contributed to the fight against COVID-19 by volunteering at a vaccination clinic
- Responsibilities included administering vaccinations, conducting pre-screenings, providing patient education, and assisting with administrative tasks
- This experience enhanced my clinical skills, professionalism, and understanding of public health initiatives
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
University of Windsor
Windsor, ON04.2024
Pre-Health Sciences Diploma -
St. Clair College
01.2020
Skills
- Effective Prioritization
- Effective Multitasking
- Patient-Centered Clinical Judgment
- Risk Evaluation
- Advocating for quality care
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Standard First Aid
- CPR - BLS Provider (C) & Defibrillator
- IV certification
References
Available Upon Request
Additional Information
Michigan nursing license
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Children’s Hospital of Michigan
07.2024 - Current
Undergraduate Nursing Employee
Windsor Regional Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Volunteer
Windsor Health Unit
01.2021 - 01.2022
Clinical Experience
Windsor Regional Vascular Clinic
01.2020 - 01.2024
Pre-Health Sciences Diploma -
St. Clair College
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
University of Windsor