To obtain a position where I can support the mission of the health care system and have an opportunity for professional growth, positive achievements and utilize my extensive skills. I would display quality expert care with courteous and respect to patients, families, visitors and employees.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Support Technician
Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital
2016.09 - Current
Provide support to the surgery team by assisting nursing staff, anesthesia staff and surgeons during routine and emergency/trauma surgical procedures
Transport patients
Monitor and maintain supply of inventory in the operating room
Prep equipment and surgery room set-up for scheduled and emergency surgical procedures
Communicate pertinent information that impact the daily operations, patient flow and functional safety of the Surgery Schedule that affects the operating room and recovery area
Orientate new surgical support staff members and instruct current support staff on unfamiliar and trauma surgery tasks such as staff availability for getting emergency blood, plasma, making emergency lab runs and retrieving emergency equipment.
Perioperative Service Associate
UMDNJ – UH
2007.08 - 2016.08
Ensure perioperative service associates perform tasks essential for the safe operation of the surgery department
Communicates with Charge Nurse to oversee additional duties or Trauma perioperative service associate staff coverage
Prepares the Operating Room for surgical procedures
Transports patients from the Operating Room/Same Day Surgery, PACU, and Patient Care Units
Assist with post-mortem care and transport of body to the morgue
Monitor and maintain supply inventory in the operating room
Prep and check all equipment for proper performance and function
Inform and update all team members with pertinent information relating to daily runs, schedules, maintenance and patient flow through the Operating room and recovery area.
Senior Material Handler
UMDNJ- UH
2005.01 - 2007.08
Distributes medical supplies and linen throughout the hospital.
Safety Officer
East Orange General Hospital
2003.01 - 2004.01
Patrolled the grounds of the hospital to ensure the safety of visitors, patients and employees
Assisted in the training of new officers
Assisted nursing staff with patients needing restraints
Worked closely with the Mental Health Department and Crisis Department.
Senior Officer/Training Specialist
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation
2001.01 - 2004.01
Responsible for training and re-training of new and present security personnel
Audit and maintain incident reports, and uniform inspections to ensure all information is reported immediately
Assist in departmental evaluations
Assumed the duties of Director of Security in his absence
Lead Officer- Responsible for overseeing security of the entire rehabilitation center
Developed tight security strategies for security personnel
Assisted with training and development of all security employees to ensure that all personnel were properly trained in accordance with state laws.
Relocation Supervisor
Santini Moving and Storage Co.
2000.01 - 2001.01
Supervised all corporate moves, internal and external
Prepared helpful strategies for lifting heavy items for employees
Completed all necessary paperwork to ensure the insurance company applied enough coverage for all items being transported.
Grounds Keeper/Maintenance Carrier
Colonial Properties Trust
1988.01 - 2000.01
Responsible for maintaining pools
Some landscaping involved and interior and exterior repairs.
Tour Commander/Rank Sgt
1985.01 - 1998.01
Responsibilities included conducting roll call, uniform inspections
Checked the patrol post and completed officer evaluations
Followed-up on all incidents and safety reports
Also responsible for 20 officers daily.
Education
Business Administration -
Essex County College
Newark, NJ
09.1983
High School Diploma -
East Orange High School
East Orange, NJ
01.1982
Skills
Level 1 Trauma Surgical Support Technician
BLS - CPR Certification
Lead Perioperative Service Associate
Excellent managerial skills
Training Instructor
PSTN- Specialized training for security personnel and certification
Senior Security Officer
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Surgical Support Technician
Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital
2016.09 - Current
Perioperative Service Associate
UMDNJ – UH
2007.08 - 2016.08
Senior Material Handler
UMDNJ- UH
2005.01 - 2007.08
Safety Officer
East Orange General Hospital
2003.01 - 2004.01
Senior Officer/Training Specialist
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation
2001.01 - 2004.01
Relocation Supervisor
Santini Moving and Storage Co.
2000.01 - 2001.01
Grounds Keeper/Maintenance Carrier
Colonial Properties Trust
1988.01 - 2000.01
Tour Commander/Rank Sgt
1985.01 - 1998.01
Business Administration -
Essex County College
High School Diploma -
East Orange High School
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