Christopher Nelson
Tulsa
Summary
20 years of expertise as a Certified Surgical Technologist with extensive experience at Saint Francis. Demonstrated proficiency in staff training, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Maintained sterile environments and ensured compliance with hospital policies during surgeries. Enhanced surgical workflows through effective team collaboration and communication.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Saint Francis Health System
Tulsa
09.2010 - Current
- Assist surgical team by preparing instruments and supplies before procedures.
- Maintained sterile environments by adhering to infection control protocols during procedures.
- Collaborated with nurses to ensure efficient workflow during surgeries.
- Train new staff, including ST students, orientees, and assist in education of PA students and residents.
- Ensured compliance and hospital policies during operations and a resource for staff as needed for policy questions.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Corpus Christi
10.2006 - 09.2010
- Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
- Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Performed various other department staff training duties including Bronch and ENDO specific.
Assistant Store Manager
McDonald's
Enid
09.2003 - 08.2006
- Supervised daily operations to maintain service quality and efficiency.
- Trained and mentored team members.
- Conducted staff performance evaluations to support employee development.
- Supervised a team of employees and provided ongoing training.
- Interviewed and vetted job applicants to make effective hiring decisions and fill vacancies with strong team members.
Education
Completion Certificate CAAHEP/ACR-ST - Surgical Technology
Autry Technology Center
Enid, OK07-2006
High School Diploma -
Waukomis High School
Waukomis, OK05-2005
Skills
- Staff training
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
Certification
- AST # 85211 Joined 7/1/2006
- CST # 102502 Expires: 10/6/2026
- BLS
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Saint Francis Health System
09.2010 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Driscoll Children's Hospital
10.2006 - 09.2010
Assistant Store Manager
McDonald's
09.2003 - 08.2006
Completion Certificate CAAHEP/ACR-ST - Surgical Technology
Autry Technology Center
High School Diploma -
Waukomis High School
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