Diana Keenan
Holly Springs
Summary
Highly experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse with 23 years of perioperative nursing experience, providing expert care in both scrub and circulating roles across a wide range of surgical specialties. Proven ability to maintain sterile technique, anticipate surgeon needs, ensure patient safety, and coordinate efficient surgical workflows. Known for strong clinical judgment, teamwork, and calm leadership in high-acuity environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Raleigh Orthopedic
Raleigh
09.2020 - Current
- Functioned as scrub and circulating nurse in high-volume orthopedic operating room.
- Maintained strict adherence to aseptic technique and infection control standards during surgeries.
- Advocated for patient safety through effective positioning and accurate surgical counts.
- Documented intraoperative processes to ensure compliance and quality care.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and PACU staff.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Capital City Surgery Center
Raleigh
01.2016 - 09.2020
- Directed operations for ophthalmology cluster at fast-paced day surgery center.
- Collaborated with doctors' offices to streamline coordination of surgical implants.
- Managed weekly supply orders specific to cluster requirements for optimal availability.
- Coordinated with purchasing department to fulfill supply requisitions efficiently.
- Served as circulating and scrub nurse in multi-cluster operating rooms, including orthopedics, cystoscopy, hands, podiatry and ENT.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Duke Raleigh Hospital
Raleigh
08.2015 - 01.2016
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to aseptic techniques.
- Ensured appropriate positioning of patients on operating table prior to surgery.
- Assisted with preparation of supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures as necessary.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
Worcester
06.2006 - 08.2015
- Circulated and scrubbed for neurosurgery, vascular, cardiac, trauma, orthopedics, pediatrics, general surgery, and transplant/procurement cases.
- Delivered critical care to patients in high-pressure surgical environments.
- Maintained precise documentation of patient medical records in accordance with established standards.
- Promoted effective positioning techniques for safeguarding patient well-being.
- Assisted physicians during surgical procedures in both controlled and trauma settings.
Certified Surgical Technologist
UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
Worcester
06.2002 - 06.2006
- Surgical Technologist experienced in comprehensive level one specialties encompassing trauma, general surgery, pediatrics, cardiac, vascular, orthopedics, transplantation and procurements.
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure seamless operation flow and patient safety.
- Facilitated clear communication among surgical team members to ensure efficient workflow and patient safety.
- Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
- Educated new staff on operating room protocols and safety guidelines.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Three Rivers Community College
Norwich, CT06-2006
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Manchester Community College
Manchester06-2002
Skills
- Patient advocacy
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Team collaboration
- Surgical nursing/scrubbing skills
- Effective communication
- Process optimization in surgery
Military Service
- Served in the United States Army National Guard as a combat medic from 1997-2002.
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Raleigh Orthopedic
09.2020 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Capital City Surgery Center
01.2016 - 09.2020
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Duke Raleigh Hospital
08.2015 - 01.2016
Operating Room Registered Nurse
UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
06.2006 - 08.2015
Certified Surgical Technologist
UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
06.2002 - 06.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Three Rivers Community College
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Manchester Community College