Ashley Thomas
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
I am an organized and dependable candidate who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
I am seeking to secure a full-time nursing position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills.
I think that I would be the best candidate for this position because I bring a lot of experience as a surgical technologist in the operating room and I have a lot more expertise in managing stressful situations. Thank you for considering me for this position I look forward to working with you in the future.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Lutheran Hospital Of Indiana
09.2012 - Current
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for the next procedure.
- I order and maintain anesthesia supplies for the Lutheran Main Surgical Department.
- I am well versed in a wide variety of surgical cases and I am always willing to learn new things.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
Bakery Department Manager
Walmart
06.2008 - 09.2013
- Trained new bakery staff on company policies and POS system use to maximize job satisfaction, expertise, and team performance.
- Developed cost-effective strategies to drive bakery sales and optimize profits.
- Managed all baking operations professionally and handled all problems confidently.
Shift Manager
Ponderosa Steakhouse
03.2003 - 06.2008
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate them toward more efficient work.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN12.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Harrison College - Indianapolis
Fort Wayne, IN12.2011
Skills
- Pre-Surgical Preparation
- Infection Control Protocols
- Pre- and Post-Surgical Counts
- Biohazardous Waste Disposal
- Specimen Collection
- Electronic Charting
- Wound Dressing
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Transportation
- Setting up and Operating Equipment
- Workplace Safety
- Patient Confidentiality
Affiliations
Parent-Teacher Association: I have spent the last 7 years volunteering in PTA at my children's schools. I am currently the Study PTA unit treasurer. I have also been the unit secretary, vice president, and the president. I enjoy being involved in the school system and helping support our teachers and children in the community.
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Lutheran Hospital Of Indiana
09.2012 - Current
Bakery Department Manager
Walmart
06.2008 - 09.2013
Shift Manager
Ponderosa Steakhouse
03.2003 - 06.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Harrison College - Indianapolis