Student Intern
Sanford Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Supported surgeons in complex operations, resulting in decreased surgery time and improved patient outcomes.
- Maintained strict adherence to sterile techniques throughout the perioperative process, minimizing the risk of infections.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Collaborated with the surgical team to ensure proper equipment setup, contributing to a streamlined process and positive results.
- Anticipated surgeon needs during surgeries, reducing procedural delays and enhancing overall efficiency.
- Conducted instrument counts before and after surgeries to prevent retained items in patients, maintaining a safe environment throughout all procedures.
- Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to changes in schedules or assignments, contributing to overall team efficiency and success.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
