1. Danis DeShields RN
405-315-6540
danisdeshields@hotmail.com
OBJECTIVE
I am a registered nurse who is energetic, highly-motivated and committed to exceptional quality
and patient care. I welcome the opportunity to be in a position in which I can excel and continue to
grow. With my extensive background in the nursing field and my commitment for total success, I
believe that I would be an asset to your organization. I look forward to discussing your
organizations needs and my ability to meet them.
WORK EXPERIENCE
REGISTERED NURSE
Jones Plastic Surgery Center formally Waterford Plastic Surgery Center
January 2007 - December 2014 / Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Managed other nurses and surgical assistants
Coordinated with healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care
Implemented compliance of OR policies at all times
Monitored OR compliance of the surgery center and reported deficiencies
Maintained OR equipment and replaced as necessary
Coordinated and scheduled any maintenance of OR equipment
Called in all patient pharmacy for procedures
Assured that patients did not have any additional questions prior to surgery
Assured all labs and mammograms were ordered and received prior to surgery
Chaperoned and/or assisted surgeon during examinations and surgeries
Ensured patient comfort and safety
Assisted with surgery scheduling
Assured that patients had required paperwork for both before and after surgery
Assured that anesthesia was coordinated
Stocked anesthesia cart for all procedures
BLS / AED Certified / ACLS Certified
Trained in suturing, medical emergencies
Maintained inventory and ordered medication for crash cart as necessary
Maintained proper sterilization of instruments and proper protocol for laundry
Performed scrub and circulating duties in the OR
Responsible for all patients while in recovery
Performed patient education and postoperative care instructions
Maintained inventory and ordered all OR supplies
Assisted with keeping procedural supplies stocked and cleaned and in the examination rooms
Evaluated and documented patients progress
Administered and documented patient medications as needed
Responsible for daily medication count and documentation
Available on call for all emergencies
2. SURGICAL ASSISTANT AND AAMOS-CERTIFIED AND CDA
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Center of Edmond
April 1996 - September 2003 / Edmond, Oklahoma
Initiated new patient health histories and vital signs
Assisted with full scope Oral and Maxillofacial surgical procedures, including TMJ
Assured patients had all required consents, prescriptions and instructions for procedures
Coordinated with healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care
Performed scrub and circulating duties in the OR
Assisted all cases at Baptist, Mercy and Edmond Regional Hospital
Evaluated/documented patient status and changes while in recovery and post-operative period
Maintained proper sterilization of instruments and equipment
Coordinated maintenance of surgical equipment as needed
Trained in medical emergencies
Maintained electronic anesthesia system and nitrous oxide
Assisted in Arthrograms and Arthrocentesis
Maintained inventory of supplies and ordered as needed
Exposed, processed, labeled and mounted dental tomo and ceph radiographs
Acquired and mounted study models
Coordinated procedures with referring doctors and laboratories
On call for any and all emergencies
EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE AND OCCUPATIONAL STUDIES, Nursing Major 2005 – 2007
Platt College - North OKC
Graduated with Honors 3.75 GPA and 98% attendance
Ranked #1 in graduating class
Member of the Honor Society
Director’s Honor Roll Awards
Honorary Award for Attendance
Student of the Week Awards
Winner’s Attitude Award
Outstanding Student Award
I.V. Therapy Certification
CDA, DENTAL ASSISTING/ASSISTANT 1995 - 1996
Metro Technology Centers - OKC
Graduated with Honors 4.0 GPA
Ranked #1 in graduating class
Received only Honorary Scholarship
National Vo-Tech Honor Society
Radiation Safety Certified
GENERAL STUDIES, 1992 - 1995
University of Central Oklahoma
Completed General Educational Studies
