Dawna Jones
Claremore,Oklahoma
Summary
Enthusiastic to join rewarding organization focused on supporting growth and career progression. I am a highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Focused Surgical Technologist with thirty years of expertise in clinical and academic settings. Knowledgeable in practices for surgical procedures. Team leader in devising new programs and training employees on updated policies, protocols and new equipment.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist Educator
Saint Francis Health System
Tulsa, OK
10.2021 - Current
- Organized and carried out orientation plans for new hires to ensure successful transition into their role.
- Created and implemented plans of improvement and goal setting as needed
- Created and gave instructional sessions to improve communication and precepting skills
- Collaborated with other departments to provide inservices and training on new techniques and products
- Maintained records for skill competencies, inservices, staff meetings
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress, challenges, and opportunities.
- Identified areas of improvement within the team's processes and procedures.
- Fostered a culture of continuous learning by encouraging employees to pursue further education opportunities.
- Motivated teams through recognition programs and rewards for excellent performance and creating a new clinical ladder for certified surgical technologists throughout the health system
- Collaborated with other department leaders to ensure our department met accreditation requirements
- Collaborate with surgical technology programs and other health programs to gain student experiences in the operating room
Instructor, Surgical Technology
Tulsa Technology Center
Tulsa, OK
10.2007 - 01.2021
- Participated actively in faculty meetings and professional development sessions within the school district and Oklahoma Department of Career Tech
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
- Assessed student progress through tests and quizzes in order to evaluate understanding of course material.
- Evaluated effectiveness of instructional materials including textbooks, software programs or handouts.
- Monitored student behavior in accordance with school policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and assessments for all students in the course.
- Collaborated with other instructors on curriculum development projects and interdisciplinary initiatives.
- Created a positive learning environment by establishing open communication with students, parents and colleagues.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to instruct students on the principles of surgical technology and related skills
- Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating classroom discussions.
- Provided feedback on student assignments such as essays, research papers, and skill assessments.
- Utilized multimedia technologies such as audio-visual equipment, computers or video projectors when teaching classes.
- Kept up-to-date with advancements in subject area knowledge by attending conferences or workshops.
- Attended meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Saint Francis Hosptial
Tulsa, OK
06.1990 - 03.2019
- Demonstrated knowledge of principles of asepsis while preparing and caring for patients undergoing surgery.
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and passing instruments.
- Performed instrument counts before, during, and after surgeries as required by hospital policy.
- Performed pre-operative skin preparation on patients prior to surgery.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to job responsibilities.
- Responded quickly to changes in patient status or emergency situations.
- Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, including setting up sterile field.
- Specialized on the kidney transplant team for ten years
- Identified potential problems before they occurred by closely observing the sterile field and personnel involved in the procedure.
- Acted as preceptor for students and new employees
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services/Organizational Leadership
Grace Christian University
Grand Rapids, MI08-2023
Surgical Technology
Tulsa Technology Center
Tulsa, OK05-1990
Skills
- Social and Emotional Development
- Written and verbal instructions
- Employee development and training
- Organizational Leadership
- Instructional Leadership
Certification
- Certified CPR Instructor, current
- Certified Surgical Technologist, current
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist Educator
Saint Francis Health System
10.2021 - Current
Instructor, Surgical Technology
Tulsa Technology Center
10.2007 - 01.2021
Certified Surgical Technologist
Saint Francis Hosptial
06.1990 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Human Services/Organizational Leadership
Grace Christian University
Surgical Technology
Tulsa Technology Center