Dayna Hughes
Alamogordo
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
SVOSC
Alamogordo
03.2021 - 03.2025
- Prepared and organized surgical instruments for various procedures in the operating room.
- Maintained sterile field and ensured compliance with infection control protocols.
- Assisted surgeons during procedures by providing necessary instruments and supplies.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to anticipate needs during surgeries effectively.
- Monitored equipment functionality and reported any issues to surgical staff promptly.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments post-procedure following hospital guidelines.
- Documented surgical counts of instruments and supplies accurately during operations.
- Educated new staff on procedures, safety protocols, and equipment handling standards.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
- Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
- Set up equipment, tools, and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
- Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
- Cleansed and disinfected operating rooms after procedures were completed.
- Verified correct identification of patient prior to any operation or procedure.
- Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases.
- Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
- Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
- Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
- Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
- Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
- Performed pre-operative skin preparation on patients prior to surgery.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Maintained surgical areas and oversaw inventory management.
- Received specimens from pathology laboratory for examination by surgeon during operation.
- Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
- Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
- Monitored sterilization process for surgical instruments or equipment used during procedures.
- Inspected instruments post-operatively for proper function or damage before returning them to stock room.
- Reviewed patient charts for information regarding allergies or medical conditions that could affect the outcome of surgery.
- Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
- Retrieved implants from storage area prior to start of procedure.
- Transported patients to operating room before surgery and monitored vital signs throughout procedure.
- Completed documentation related to patient care, such as recording vital signs or documenting medications administered.
- Maintained proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
- Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
- Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
- Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
- Monitored and assessed operating room conditions and patient and surgical team needs.
- Operated or monitored lights, machines or equipment to support proper operation.
Surgical Technologist
GCRMC
Alamogordo
09.2017 - 10.2020
- Assisted surgeons during procedures by providing necessary instruments and supplies.
- Maintained sterile field and ensured compliance with infection control protocols.
- Prepared and organized surgical instruments for various procedures in the operating room.
- Monitored equipment functionality and reported any issues to surgical staff promptly.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to anticipate needs during surgeries effectively.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments post-procedure following hospital guidelines.
- Documented surgical counts of instruments and supplies accurately during operations.
- Educated new staff on procedures, safety protocols, and equipment handling standards.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
- Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
- Set up equipment, tools, and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
- Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
- Cleansed and disinfected operating rooms after procedures were completed.
- Verified correct identification of patient prior to any operation or procedure.
- Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases.
- Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
- Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
- Sterilized medical equipment and properly handled contaminated materials.
- Assessed procedure requirements and procured appropriate equipment and tools.
- Organized and maintained unobstructed operative fields to foster immediate access to retractors and suctioning and irrigation equipment.
- Performed pre-operative skin preparation on patients prior to surgery.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Maintained surgical areas and oversaw inventory management.
- Received specimens from pathology laboratory for examination by surgeon during operation.
- Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
- Monitored sterilization process for surgical instruments or equipment used during procedures.
- Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
- Inspected instruments post-operatively for proper function or damage before returning them to stock room.
- Reviewed patient charts for information regarding allergies or medical conditions that could affect the outcome of surgery.
- Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons.
- Retrieved implants from storage area prior to start of procedure.
CNA
Betty Dare Good Samaritan Center
Alamogordo
09.2014 - 11.2016
- Provided direct patient care including bathing, grooming, and feeding residents.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical tasks and monitored patient vital signs.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident living areas and common spaces.
- Documented patient activities and changes in health status accurately.
- Communicated effectively with patients to understand their needs and concerns.
- Supported rehabilitation activities by encouraging mobility and participation in exercises.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
- Educated residents on daily living skills to promote independence and well-being.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Estancia High School
Estancia05-2016
Nursing
NMSU
Las Cruces, NMSkills
- Surgical instrumentation
- Sterile technique
- Operating room protocols
- Equipment sterilization
- Surgical assistance
- Inventory management
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
SVOSC
03.2021 - 03.2025
Surgical Technologist
GCRMC
09.2017 - 10.2020
CNA
Betty Dare Good Samaritan Center
09.2014 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Estancia High School
Nursing
NMSU