Cheryl Cove
Deerfield Beach,Florida
Summary
Achieved significant efficiency improvements and reduced surgery complications at Boca Raton Regional Hospital by expertly managing surgical schedules and maintaining sterile environments. Demonstrated mastery in sterile technique and exceptional organizational abilities, leading to enhanced patient safety and streamlined surgical processes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgery Scheduler II
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
03.2022 - 09.2024
- Educated patients on pre-surgery requirements, such as fasting protocols or medication adjustments, resulting in fewer complications on the day of the procedure.
- Handled urgent requests effectively, prioritizing cases requiring immediate attention while also balancing routine surgery demands appropriately.
- Arranged pre-operative and post-operative appointments for surgical patients.
- Expertly managed planning, scheduling, and coordination of outpatient procedures.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive patient information, adhering to HIPAA guidelines and clinic policies.
- Coordinated surgical team schedules for seamless procedure planning and execution.
- Implemented digital scheduling system, enhancing accuracy and accessibility of surgery dates.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
01.2019 - 09.2022
- 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.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Projected best-in-class care standards by achieving training initiatives for new surgical team members and aligning labor and delivery procedures for optimal efficiency.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Northwest Medical Center
02.2018 - 11.2018
- 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.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
Certified Surgical Technologist
West Boca Medical Center, Outpatient Physical Dysfunction
01.2015 - 09.2018
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during 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.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Broward General Medical Center
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by actively participating in department meetings and offering constructive feedback on surgical processes.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Plantation General Hospital
09.2012 - 02.2016
- 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.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment.
- Optimized inventory management processes by routinely assessing supplies levels and promptly ordering necessary items for successful surgeries.
Surgical Coordinator
South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery
03.2011 - 11.2014
- Efficiently managed high volume caseloads while maintaining meticulous attention to detail in scheduling logistics and documentation.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, protecting the privacy of patient information at all times.
- Enhanced surgical team communication by maintaining accurate schedules and promptly addressing any changes or concerns.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, clinicians, and hospital staff throughout the entire surgical process.
- Conducted thorough chart reviews prior to surgery, identifying potential issues or discrepancies requiring resolution before proceeding with procedures.
- Worked closely with operating room staff to ensure proper setup and sterilization of instruments prior to each case.
- Streamlined patient check-in process for surgical appointments, reducing wait times and increasing satisfaction.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
09.2011 - 12.2013
- 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.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Sanford Brown Institute
Fort Lauderdale, FL05.2011
Skills
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Sterile technique mastery
- Patient positioning expertise
- Infection control protocols
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Wound Dressing
- Wound Closure Techniques
- Organizational abilities
- Supply Management
Certification
CST AST Cosmetologist BLS
ride bike, cook, go to beach
I love living in Sunny South Florida, I enjoy riding my bike thru my lake side community,and going to beautiful local beaches. Maintaining my garden and orchids. Gourmet cooking for my family.
Timeline
Surgery Scheduler II
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
03.2022 - 09.2024
Certified Surgical Technologist
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
01.2019 - 09.2022
Certified Surgical Technologist
Northwest Medical Center
02.2018 - 11.2018
Certified Surgical Technologist
Broward General Medical Center
06.2017 - 01.2018
Certified Surgical Technologist
West Boca Medical Center, Outpatient Physical Dysfunction
01.2015 - 09.2018
Certified Surgical Technologist
Plantation General Hospital
09.2012 - 02.2016
Certified Surgical Technologist
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
09.2011 - 12.2013
Surgical Coordinator
South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery
03.2011 - 11.2014
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Sanford Brown Institute
CST AST Cosmetologist BLS
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