Danielle Blankenship
North Olmsted,OH
Summary
Accomplished Lead Surgical Technologist at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, adept in reducing surgery preparation times and enhancing team productivity. Expert in surgical expertise across multiple service lines with a strong focus on patient care and workplace safety. Proven mentor with the ability to adapt to new technologies and maintain high standards of sterile technique.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Surgical Technologist
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Cleveland, OH
07.2014 - Current
- Reduced surgery preparation time by effectively collaborating with the surgical team in setting up equipment and instruments.
- Maintained sharp technical skills by staying current on industry advancements through continuing education courses and workshops.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new medical software systems used for documentation purposes within various hospitals or clinics served as a Lead Surgical Technologist.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout pre-op, intraoperative, and post-op phases.
Maintenance Crew Member
Saint Angela Merici Cathlic Ch
Fairview Park Ohio
06.2008 - 07.2014
- Followed routine maintenance checklist.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Increased team productivity through effective communication and collaboration on maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with other departments to address cross-functional maintenance needs effectively.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH05.2014
Skills
Patient Care
Surgical Expertise
Level 1Trauma Generalist
Mentoring Abilities
Preceptor
Continuing Education
Workplace Safety
Patient Confidentiality
Flexible and Adaptable
Attention to Detail
Basic Life Support
Surgical Technologist (CST)
Timeline
Lead Surgical Technologist
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
07.2014 - Current
Maintenance Crew Member
Saint Angela Merici Cathlic Ch
06.2008 - 07.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Cuyahoga Community College