Marissa Ferrieri
West Homesead
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse with over four years of perioperative experience and demonstrated expertise in clinical documentation review, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement. Proven leader serving as a preceptor and superuser for advanced operating room technology, consistently upholding sterile technique and leveraging critical thinking to enhance patient safety and procedural efficiency. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with a dedicated focus on compliance, process optimization, and evidence-based practice.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE, OPERATING ROOM
Monroeville Surgery Center
Monroeville, PA
01.2026 - Current
- Assesses perioperative risks and adjusts nursing plans to prevent complications, producing measurable improvements in patient stability and recovery trajectories.
- Facilitates pre-op briefings with surgeons, anesthetists, and techs to clarify roles and contingencies, reducing delays and improving team coordination.
- Implements rigorous sterile technique audits and documents findings to uphold infection-control standards and support consistent compliance.
- Develops quick-reference care pathway cards for common procedures, speeding decision-making at bedside and enhancing consistency across shifts.
REGISTERED NURSE, OPERATING ROOM
Jefferson Hospital
Jefferson Hills, PA
08.2021 - 01.2026
- Provided professional nursing care and serves as a patient advocate for surgical patients undergoing invasive procedures.
- Worked in all specialties and specializes in orthopedics and ear, nose, and throat surgery. Superuser for orthopedics training for the Hana Table, specimens for physicians, and positioning equipment. Superuser for ENT training, such as the Navigation machine and the Werewolf machine.
- Served as a preceptor for new RNs and nurse externs by providing a structured orientation, hands-on training, and mentorship to build clinical competence and confidence.
- Recognized with Clinical Ladder Level III advancement for leadership, quality contributions, and professional development.
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN, OPERATING ROOM
Jefferson Hospital
Jefferson Hills, PA
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care and operational logistics.
- Ensured compliance with aseptic techniques while supplying scrub technicians and nurses with instruments.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
NURSE EXTERN, OPERATING ROOM
Jefferson Hospital
Jefferson Hills, PA
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Provided daily patient care and conducted clinical activities under registered nurse supervision.
- Enhanced clinical skills while working closely with registered nurse supervision.
- Communicated effectively and prioritized patient care based on collected patient data.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily activities.
Education
Masters of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN07.2028
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN03.2023
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Community College of Allegheny County
Jefferson Hills, PA05.2021
Skills
- Quality and Performance Improvement
- Regulatory and Joint Commission Standards
- Patient advocacy
- Provider Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking and Analytical Problem Solving Skills
- Time management
- Safety compliance
- Training and mentoring
- Documentation Accuracy & Compliance
- Evidence-based practice
- Data analysis
- Process optimization
Certification
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
- Basic Life Support, CPR
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Lean Six Sigma White Belt
COURSES
- INTRODUCTION TO PRECEPTING COURSE, AHN
- NURSE RESIDENCY PROGRAM, AHN
- LEADERSHIP BOOK CLUB, AHN
COMMITTEES
- Specimen Committee: A specimen escape room was designed and implemented so that staff members can receive training on the proper way to label specimens. Conducts monthly audits of specimens to ensure accurate labeling.
- Joint Commission Committee: Served on the Joint Commission Committee within the operating room collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to maintain compliance with national standards, improve patient safety, and develop staff education initiatives to ensure readiness for accreditation surveys.
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE, OPERATING ROOM
Monroeville Surgery Center
01.2026 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE, OPERATING ROOM
Jefferson Hospital
08.2021 - 01.2026
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN, OPERATING ROOM
Jefferson Hospital
08.2020 - 07.2021
NURSE EXTERN, OPERATING ROOM
Jefferson Hospital
06.2020 - 08.2020
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Community College of Allegheny County
Masters of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Capella University