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Brenda Davis

Bailey,NC

Summary

Proven Certified Surgical Technologist with extensive experience at Aya Healthcare, adept in sterile technique mastery and promoting professional growth among peers. Demonstrated adaptability in emergency situations, enhancing patient safety and operational efficiency. Skilled in surgical instrument knowledge and embodying professionalism and ethics in high-stakes environments. Skilled CST offering more than 23 years of experience and well versed in General, Robotic, Vascular, Urology, GI, L&D, GYN, surgical procedures. Adept at orienting and training technical staff and implementing policies to streamline workflow. Excited to bring expertise to growing organization offering room for advancement.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

Aya Healthcare (Traveler)
5930 Cornerstone Court, San Diego CA
11.2020 - 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.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
  • Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department
  • Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
  • Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
  • Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.

Certified Surgical Technologist

CHG Medical Staffing (RN Network) Traveler
7259 S Bingham Junction, Midvale UT
10.2017 - 12.2020

Prepare the operating room for surgery; sterilize and supply equipment; prepare patients for surgery, such prepping the incise site; help surgeons and nurses during surgery by passing instruments and other sterile supplies.

Surgical Technologist

AMN Healthcare (Traveler)
2215 E North Ave, Milwaukee WI
12.2016 - 10.2017
  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.

Surgical Technologist

UNC Rex Healthcare
4420 Lake Boone Trail, Raleigh NC
12.2011 - 12.2016
  • Maintained high infection control standards.
  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.

Surgical Technologist

Wake Med Hospital
1900 Kildare Farm RD, Cary NC
09.2008 - 09.2010
  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.

Surgical Technologist

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
600 Gresham Dr, Norfolk VA
09.2004 - 09.2008
  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.

Surgical Technologist

Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center
3636 High St, Portsmouth VA
06.2003 - 09.2004
  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.

Surgical Technologist

UNC Nash Health Care
2460 Curtis Ellis Dr, Rocky Mount NC
06.2002 - 06.2003
  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.

Surgical Technologist

Pitt County Memorial Hospital
2100 Stantonsburg Rd, Greenville NC
09.2001 - 06.2002
  • Maintained high infection control standards.
  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.

Nursing Assistant

Private Home Health Care
Virginia Beach, VA, Norfolk, VA
02.1991 - 01.1997
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.

Education

Associate of Science - Certified Surgical Technologist

York Technical College
Rock Hill, SC
05.2001

High School Diploma -

North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges
Wilson, NC
12.1996

Associate of Arts - Cerrtified Nursing Assisant

Career Com School of Business
Norfolk, VA
06.1991

Skills

  • Surgical Instrument Knowledge
  • Pre- and post-surgical counts
  • Safe sharps disposal
  • Surgical equipment operation
  • Biohazardous waste disposal
  • Sterile technique mastery

Certification

  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
  • Basic Life Support
  • Registered Surgical Technologist-commonwealth of Virginia

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist

Aya Healthcare (Traveler)
11.2020 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist

CHG Medical Staffing (RN Network) Traveler
10.2017 - 12.2020

Surgical Technologist

AMN Healthcare (Traveler)
12.2016 - 10.2017

Surgical Technologist

UNC Rex Healthcare
12.2011 - 12.2016

Surgical Technologist

Wake Med Hospital
09.2008 - 09.2010

Surgical Technologist

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
09.2004 - 09.2008

Surgical Technologist

Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center
06.2003 - 09.2004

Surgical Technologist

UNC Nash Health Care
06.2002 - 06.2003

Surgical Technologist

Pitt County Memorial Hospital
09.2001 - 06.2002

Nursing Assistant

Private Home Health Care
02.1991 - 01.1997

Associate of Science - Certified Surgical Technologist

York Technical College

High School Diploma -

North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges

Associate of Arts - Cerrtified Nursing Assisant

Career Com School of Business
Brenda Davis