Brittany Dabu
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Accomplished Surgical Assistant and Technologist at Sentara, adept in sterile technique proficiency and fostering teamwork, significantly reduced post-operative infection rates. Demonstrated exceptional adaptability and surgical instrument knowledge, contributing to efficient operations and continuous improvement. Actively engaged in professional development, ensuring excellence in patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Assistant
Sentara
Norfolk, VA
07.2019 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
- Continually updated professional skills, staying abreast of the latest surgical techniques and technologies.
- Reduced post-operative complications through thorough wound care and dressing application.
- Streamlined communication between surgeons and nurses to promote teamwork and efficient operations.
- Actively participated in daily debriefings for improved team coordination and ongoing development of best practices in the workplace.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgeries with efficient room turnover times.
- Maintained strict adherence to health and safety protocols, significantly reducing post-operative infection rates.
Surgical Technologist
Sentara
Norfolk, VA
12.2007 - 07.2019
- 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.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- Ensured proper care of surgical instruments through meticulous cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance processes.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Played a key role in reducing OR turnaround time by implementing process improvements for equipment preparation and room cleanup procedures.
- Contributed to successful operations by assembling and organizing surgical equipment with precision.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices within the field of surgical technology.
Education
Diploma - Surgical Assisting
Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting
Nashville07.2019
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital School of Surgica
Chesapeake, VA12.2007
Skills
- Critical thinking abilities
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Suturing
- Surgical Equipment Handling
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Sterile Technique Proficiency
- Operating Room Etiquette
- Organizational abilities
- Medical Terminology Familiarity
- Wound Dressing
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Medication Administration
- Wound Closure Techniques
- Tissue Handling Techniques
- Patient positioning expertise
- Continuous Learning Attitude
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Laparoscopic procedures
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Active Listening
- Surgical Techniques
- Stress Tolerance
- Continuous Improvement
Certification
Certified Surgical Technologist
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Timeline
Surgical Assistant
Sentara
07.2019 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Sentara
12.2007 - 07.2019
Diploma - Surgical Assisting
Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital School of Surgica