Edella Greene
Arbuckle,United States
Summary
Proven expertise in anesthetic equipment maintenance and exceptional team collaboration highlighted during tenure at Dignity Health. Streamlined surgical workflows and enhanced patient safety through meticulous attention to detail and efficient crisis response, contributing significantly to the success of complex surgeries. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Anesthesia Technician
Dignity Health
Woodland, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Assisted anesthesia personnel with insertion and setup of temporary pacemakers, catheters, invasive monitoring lines and central lines for hemodynamic monitoring.
- Demonstrated professionalism and attentiveness while responding to urgent situations involving anesthesiology requirements or emergencies swiftly.
- Maintained a high standard of care by adhering to strict infection control guidelines when handling anesthesia equipment.
- Provided exceptional patient care, ensuring proper positioning during surgery to minimize discomfort or injury risk.
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting routine inspections and troubleshooting issues with anesthesia machines and devices.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing ongoing support to anesthesia providers throughout each procedure.
- Assisted in successful surgeries through effective communication and collaboration with fellow healthcare professionals.
- Streamlined workflow for smoother procedures by maintaining anesthesia equipment, supplies, and documentation.
Surgical Technologist
Dignity Health
Woodland, CA
05.2003 - 05.2022
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
- Ensured proper care of surgical instruments through meticulous cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance processes.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing anxiety or discomfort prior to surgery, helping alleviate concerns while maintaining professionalism.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
Education
Surgical Technology
High Tech Institute
Sacramento, CA06.2002
Skills
- Anesthetic Equipment Maintenance
- Intubation Assistance
- Induction Assistance
- Patient Positioning
- Anesthetic Machine Operation
- Airway Management
- Ultrasound-guided procedures
- Patient Monitoring
- Team Collaboration
- Supplies Management
- Staff support and assistance
- Attention to Detail
- Emergency Response
- Organizational Skills
- Crisis Response
- Physician support
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician
Dignity Health
05.2022 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Dignity Health
05.2003 - 05.2022
Surgical Technology
High Tech Institute