Primarily, I function as a staff nurse, starting intravenous lines, performing pre op assessments and acting as a liaison between patient and doctor. In addition to staff nurse, I routinely take on the task of charge nurse for the pre op area of a fast paced, hospital pre op unit. I also assist the anesthesia team with nerve block procedures. This involves monitoring of patients pre and post sedation, educating the patient/family of the process, and helping the anesthesiologist with the procedure. In addition, I have a current ACLS status. My mission is to give excellent, safe and vigilant care to all patients under my supervision.