Diana Czernek
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Highly motivated Certified Surgical Technologist with over16 years of experience in a variety of surgical specialties. Expertise in maintaining a sterile field throughout the surgical procedures to ensure the highest standards of care. Proficient in procedures, instrumentation and the integrity of all supplies. Maintain great communication between team members in a fast-paced environment. Knowledgeable in aseptic techniques and patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist CST
Four Peaks Medical Center
Mesa
09.2021 - 02.2026
- Gather all equipment, supplies and trays needed for the procedure and maintain a view of the inventory.
- Maintain a proper sterile field until the patient leaves the room, being able to adapt for an emergency.
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of aseptic techniques and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Preparing the operating room for surgeries by insuring all equipment and supplies are ready and working, and the integrity of all sterile items are checked.
- Assist with patient positioning and provide the best direct patient care during preparation for intubation.
- Put all extra supplies away and help with turnovers to expedite the cases.
- Lead tech in DV5 robotic cases.
- Help with SPD when needed, as well as running SPD in one of our locations.
- Demonstrate adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Supported colleagues by serving as a resource on surgical technology best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Contribute to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Educated new staff on best practices for maintaining sterile environments in operating rooms.
- Collaborated with surgeons to optimize instrument setup based on procedure requirements.
- Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
- Full-time
Certified Surgical Technologist CST
Loyola MacNeal Hospital
Berwyn, IL
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Maintain a proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Understanding of surgical procedures and adapting to the needs of each surgeon.
- Work as a team with surgeons, surgical assistants, nurses and all team members.
- Lead tech in Urology, and responsible for maintaining inventory for all supplies.
- Prepare needed supplies and instruments for surgery, as well as positioning patients on the operating table.
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of aseptic techniques.
- Clean and restock operating room, gathering all extra equipment and supplies to be returned.
- Setup operating rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
- Stay up-to-date on surgical sterility, new techniques, and procedures.
- Assist with turnovers to help expedite cases.
- Performed accurate instrument, and all supply counts per organization, preventing surgical complications due to retained items.
- Full-time.
Seafood Associate
Jewel Osco
Lombard
08.2001 - 08.2021
- Preparing the seafood counter with the correct items for the display counter.
- Packaging all varieties of meat to fill the customer counter.
- Interacted with customers to meet their individual needs regarding products in the seafood and meat department.
- Refill all necessary products to keep up with the needs of customers.
- Part-time
Certified Surgical Technologist CST
Center for Vein Restoration
Wood Dale
07.2009 - 02.2018
- Prepare all the tumescent fluid and gather all supplies needed for the surgical procedure.
- Maintain a proper sterile field during the procedure and demonstrate knowledge of aseptic technique.
- Position, prep and drape patients for surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and enhancing patient safety within each operation.
- Optimized inventory management processes by routinely assessing supplies levels and promptly ordering necessary items for successful surgeries.
- Monitored patient vital signs and communicated changes to the surgical team promptly.
- Wash and sterilize instruments for procedures and assist with post-procedure clean-up.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Full-time
Certified Surgical Technologist CST - L&D
Advocate Good Samaritan
Downers Grove
11.2013 - 07.2015
- Maintain proper sterile technique and proper surgical counts during C- sections.
- Work closely with the nurse to provide care for the patient.
- Prepare the operating room for scheduled C-sections.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Set up instrument tray for vaginal delivery.
- Performed accurate instrument and all supply counts, per organization preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Optimized inventory management processes by routinely assessing supplies levels and promptly ordering necessary items for successful surgeries.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Maintained records to document patient information during surgical procedure notes.
- Full-time
Education
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL05-2008
Skills
- Clinicals at Lurie Children's Hospital
- Attention to Detail
- Aseptic/Sterile Technique
- Communication and Teamwork
- Instrument Handling and Knowledge
- Critical thinking
- Outstanding dexterity
- Anticipation and Adaptability
- Reliability
- Sterilization
- Inventory management
Certification
- Certified Surgical Technologist CST 112647
- 12/2008 - 12/2026 NBSTSA
- BLS 03/2026-03/2028
- CNA
Languages
Polish
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist CST
Four Peaks Medical Center
09.2021 - 02.2026
Certified Surgical Technologist CST
Loyola MacNeal Hospital
06.2018 - 08.2021
Certified Surgical Technologist CST - L&D
Advocate Good Samaritan
11.2013 - 07.2015
Certified Surgical Technologist CST
Center for Vein Restoration
07.2009 - 02.2018
Seafood Associate
Jewel Osco
08.2001 - 08.2021
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
College of DuPage
AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS
- High Honors
- 12/2008, College of DuPage