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Katherine Chong

Roanoke

Summary

Skilled and knowledgeable in the perioperative setting with 14 years of experience as an OR nurse. 11years of OR experience in Malaysia and 3 years of OR experience in the United States. Professional with extensive experience in surgical nursing, prepared for high-stakes environments. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results, adapting smoothly to changing needs. Skilled in patient care, surgical procedures, and emergency responses. Reliable and flexible, ensuring seamless operations and optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Lewis Gale Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to facilitate efficient operating room procedures and transitions.
  • Maintained sterile environment by adhering to infection control protocols and preparing surgical instruments.
  • Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in patient turnover between surgeries, optimizing OR utilization.
  • Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Circulating OR Nurse

Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Assisted in preparing operating room for surgical procedures, ensuring all necessary instruments and supplies were sterile and ready.
  • Ensured proper positioning of patients during surgeries, minimizing risk of injury or discomfort.
  • Utilized electronic health records system for efficient documentation and retrieval of patient information during surgical processes.
  • Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.

OR Nurse and Cath Lab RN

Sunway Medical Centre
03.2014 - 05.2022
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to prepare instruments and supplies for various procedures, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Trained and mentored junior nurses on best practices in OR protocols and patient management techniques.
  • Contributed to a positive work atmosphere by fostering teamwork and open communication among colleagues.

OR Nurse

Kuala Lumpur Sports Medicine Centre
08.2013 - 03.2014
  • Coordinated surgical preparations, ensuring all instruments and equipment met operational standards.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction with compassionate care during preoperative preparation, intraoperative support, and postoperative recovery.
  • Continuously updated professional knowledge, participating in ongoing training opportunities and workshops.

OR Nurse

Gleneagles Hospital
08.2011 - 08.2013
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, providing emotional support throughout their surgical experience.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in various technological tools used in the operating room setting such as electronic medical records, surgical equipment, and monitoring devices.
  • Assisted surgeons during operations, ensuring smooth transitions between steps and minimizing errors.
  • Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
  • Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.

Education

MBA - Hospital Administration

MAHSA University
Selangor, Malaysia
04-2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

UCSI University
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
07-2011

Skills

  • Operating room safety
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Patient positioning
  • Patient safety
  • Maintaining sterility
  • Critical thinking
  • Basic life support
  • Circulating nurse skills
  • Accurate documentation
  • Documentation

Certification

BLS

ACLS

Timeline

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Lewis Gale Medical Center
10.2023 - Current

Circulating OR Nurse

Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital
08.2022 - 08.2023

OR Nurse and Cath Lab RN

Sunway Medical Centre
03.2014 - 05.2022

OR Nurse

Kuala Lumpur Sports Medicine Centre
08.2013 - 03.2014

OR Nurse

Gleneagles Hospital
08.2011 - 08.2013

MBA - Hospital Administration

MAHSA University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

UCSI University

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