Anna Gorgon
UNC Health Wayne
Goldsboro,NC
13
years of professional experience
Experienced with sterilization techniques critical to maintaining safe clinical environment. Utilizes decontamination procedures to ensure all instruments meet stringent cleanliness standards. Knowledge of regulatory compliance and best practices in infection control.
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
1 Year 1 Month- Operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with safety and hygiene standards.
- Prepared surgical instruments for procedures by following established protocols for decontamination.
- Maintained inventory of sterile supplies, ensuring availability for medical staff as needed.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline processes and reduce turnaround times for instrument processing.
- Conducted routine inspections of sterilized items to verify adherence to quality control measures.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Optimized workflow within sterile processing department, allowing for quicker turnaround times and increased productivity.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Analyzed existing processes and introduced improvements to streamline operations significantly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
8 Months- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident rooms and common areas.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to support patient care plans effectively.
- Documented patient progress and care provided in electronic health records accurately.
- Participated in training new staff on best practices for resident care.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Patient Care Technician/Medication Technician
2 Years 5 Months- Monitored vital signs and documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety in a compassionate manner.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop individualized care plans for residents' needs.
- Trained new team members on patient care procedures and safety protocols to enhance service quality.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, offering comfort and dignity to patients in their final stages.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
- Assisted with administration of medications under supervision of nursing staff, ensuring proper patient treatment.
- Collected and documented patient information to aid in accurate medical record keeping.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients through diligent observation and reporting of changes in condition.
Medical Assistant
6 Years 9 Months- Coordinated patient intake and maintained accurate medical records for efficient workflow.
- Assisted in patient examinations, ensuring comfort and understanding of procedures.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, enhancing patient access to care services.
- Implemented electronic health record updates, improving data accuracy and retrieval efficiency.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Education
Diploma - Sterile Processing Technician
Certified Nurse Aide I - Nursing Assistant
Diploma - Medical Assistant
High School Diploma
Skills
Steam sterilization
Equipment preparation
Equipment inspection
Teamwork and collaboration
Equipment disinfection
Documentation and reporting
Infection control protocols
Attention to detail
Instrument cleaning and sterilization
Assembly and packaging
Case tracking systems
OSHA regulations compliance
Decontaminating surgical instruments
Work Planning and Prioritization
Patient confidentiality
Decontamination procedures
High-level disinfection
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
UNC Health Wayne
10.2025 - CurrentRead More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Willow Creek Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
02.2025 - 10.2025Read More
Patient Care Technician/Medication Technician
The Indigo at Pikeville ASSisted Living and Memory Care
09.2022 - 02.2025Read More
Medical Assistant
New Britain Ob/gyn
02.2014 - 11.2020Read More
Wayne Community College
Diploma from Sterile Processing Technician
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Wayne Community College
Certified Nurse Aide I from Nursing Assistant
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Capital Community College
Diploma from Medical Assistant
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High School in Poland
High School Diploma
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