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VOLUNTEER CLINICAL NURSE
Summary

Dedicated and empathetic [Job Title] offering [Number] years in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction by ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to practice standards. Documented ability to cultivate trust and rapport with patients and maintain strong relationships. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families and other healthcare professionals. Resourceful [Job Title] with proven expertise in organizing efficient medical office environments and assisting with diagnostic efforts for [Type] and [Type] patients. Proficient at collecting specimens, conducting basic assessments and monitoring vitals. Expert with EHR system and skilled at learning new processes to meet unique office requirements. Empathetic, effective and motivated [Job Title] combines extensive clinical experience and knowledge with compassion. Detailed understanding of protocols governing medical test preparation and documentation. Vital asset for processing medical and insurance claims. Hardworking and reliable [Job Title] with strong ability in [Task] and [Task]. Offering [Skill], [Skill] and [Skill]. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

Skills
  • Disposing of biohazardous waste
  • Safely disposing of needles
  • Aseptic and sterilization techniques
  • Equipment set up and operation
  • Passing surgical tools
  • Collecting medical specimens
  • HIPAA proficiency
  • Preparing for surgeries
  • Suturing wounds
  • Electronic medical records management
  • Surgical counts
  • Dressing wounds
  • Workplace safety
  • Organization
  • Technologically savvy
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Patient callbacks
  • Records management
  • Proficient in EClinicalwork 11
  • Active listening
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Organizational skills
  • Analytical
  • Multitasking
  • Troubleshooting
  • Collaboration
  • Venipuncture and phlebotomy
  • Wound care and irrigation
  • Understands medical procedures
  • Advanced anatomy knowledge
  • Inventory and supply management
  • Proper sterilization techniques
  • Charting expertise
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Restocking lab supplies
  • Quick problem solver
  • Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Sterile technique
  • Communicating with patient families
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Patient scheduling
  • Preparing specimens and samples
  • Conflict resolution abilities
Experience
Mission of Mercy | Corpus Christi, TXVolunteer Clinical Nurse01/2020 - Current
  • Compiled information such as reasons for visit and medications for treating [Job title].
Operation Safe Return | Corpus Christi, TXVoluntary Worker07/2019 - Current
Dr. Randall Zane | Corpus Christi, TXSurgical Technologist05/1997 - 03/2020
  • Used diagnostic equipment and monitored patients during procedures using specialized machines.
  • Reviewed patient chart information before visit, ordered necessary laboratory tests, escorted patient to examination room, obtained vital signs and conducted interview to update records.
  • Educated patients in regards to office policies, medical procedure steps, recovery measures and medication instructions.
  • Organized patient and physician activities for [Number]-practitioner office with warmth, professionalism and confidentiality and drove clear and complete communication among team.
  • Coordinated computerized functions for automated prescriptions, patient medical records and laboratory information and trained other office staff members in electronic operations.
  • Responded to routine patient inquiries, assessed patient needs, conferred with physician regarding care plan and assisted physician with sensitive components of examinations.
  • Prepared and administered vaccines, medications, controlled substances and narcotics as prescribed and sterilized and stored instruments, equipment and supplies.
  • Measured average of [Number] patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure each day.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
  • Documented all therapies, including [Type] and [Type] to keep patient charts up-to-date.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Processed and produced ER, OR and portable x-ray information to assist diagnosis.
  • Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than [Number] patients per day.
  • Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
  • Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
  • Followed all principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
  • Coordinated and executed medical waste disposal according to governmental and organizational standards.
  • Effectively supported surgeons in fast-paced healthcare environments, resulting in better patient care and less pain medication post-surgery.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Prepared day surgery and operating rooms for patients by ordering and stocking equipment and supplies.
  • Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Assisted surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures.
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
  • Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
  • Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
  • Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
  • Adhered to infection control standards and reported any hazards.
  • Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
  • Worked with internal departments and personnel to ensure availability of instruments and equipment.
  • Closed wounds using sutures, staples and other tools.
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
  • Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
  • Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Maintained surgical areas and oversaw inventory management.
  • Spearheaded coordination of surgical services and specialized equipment, enabling [Result] within [Timeframe].
Education and Training
Del Mar College | Corpus Christi, TXCertificate of Completion of Surgical Technology Program in Surgical Technology05/1995
  • Certificate of completion Surgical Technology Program
Meridian Institute Of Surgical Assisting | Nashville, TNCerticate of Completion First Assisting Program11/2015
CPR And AED Completion Of First Response12/2020
Certifications
  • Certified Surgical Technologist
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Mission of Mercy
  • Operation Safe Return
  • Dr. Randall Zane

School Attended

  • Del Mar College
  • Meridian Institute Of Surgical Assisting
  • CPR And AED Completion Of First Response

Job Titles Held:

  • Volunteer Clinical Nurse
  • Voluntary Worker
  • Surgical Technologist

Degrees

  • Certificate of Completion of Surgical Technology Program in Surgical Technology
    Certicate of Completion First Assisting Program

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