Fredia L Johnson-Ciraolo
Venice
Summary
Sterile processing technician with extensive experience at HCA Doctors, specializing in optimizing sterilization processes and ensuring adherence to safety standards. Expertise in infection control and communication enhances workflow efficiency and supports high-quality patient care through precise instrument preparation and documentation. Dedicated to excellence in healthcare delivery.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
HCA Doctors
Sarasota
10.2024 - Current
- Sterilized surgical instruments using autoclaves and chemical disinfectants.
- Managed inventory of sterile supplies and equipment for operating rooms, ensuring optimal availability.
- Coordinated with surgical teams to guarantee timely instrument availability for procedures.
- Prepared surgical trays and instrument packs for procedures in compliance with established protocols.
- Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
- Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Inspected and tested sterilization equipment for operational efficiency.
- Documented sterilization cycles and maintenance records accurately.
- Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety standards consistently.
- Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
- Contributed to development of improved processes for equipment cleaning and handling, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Recorded and documented results of biological and diagnostic tests conducted for patient care.
USPS Mail Carrier
United States Postal Service
Venice
09.2018 - Current
- Delivered mail to residential and business addresses in assigned routes.
- Ensured timely delivery of first class mail to maintain service reliability.
- Sorted and organized mail using automated and manual systems.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and pick-ups daily.
Production Associate
PGT Innovations
Venice
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Operated machinery to assemble window and door products, contributing to efficient production processes.
- Prepared frames and mull bars for all orders, completing standard bills and labels for windows and frames to ensure accurate order fulfillment.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily production goals, enhancing overall team performance.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety standards.
CCHT (Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician)
SMH
Sarasota
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Prepare records for inpatient, transfer, discharge, all patients. Disinfect all machines in a timely manner.
CCHT (Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician)
Fresenius Kidney Care
Jacksonville
09.2013 - 08.2018
- Administered treatments while training nurses and technicians on dialysis procedures to enhance patient care.
PCT (Patient Care Technician)
Baptist Desoto Memorial Hospital
Southaven
11.2011 - 06.2014
- Bathing, vital signs, feeding, assisting all patients for daily care. Assisting all nurses for the daily care of all patients.
PCT (Patient Care Technician)
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
Memphis
06.2007 - 06.2014
- Processed patient admissions and discharges, ensuring accurate documentation and smooth transitions.
Education
Associate of Science - Sterile Processing
Concorde Career College
Miramar Beach, FL06-2025
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician - Dialysis
Nephrology Nursing Certification Commision
Miami, FL01-2013
Some College - Biology
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN06-2004
High School Diploma -
Little Rock Central High School
Little Rock, AR05-1987
Skills
- Sterilization techniques
- Sterile packaging
- Aseptic technique
- Decontamination procedures
- Low-temperature sterilization
- High-level disinfection
- Steam sterilization
- Quality assurance
- Quality control
- Infection control
- Compliance standards
- OSHA regulations compliance
- Process improvement
- Workflow optimization
- Instrument inspection
- Processing instruments
- Venipuncture
- Surgical instruments
- Dialysis Experience
- ICU Experience
- Critical Care Experience
- Hospital Experience
- Patient Care
- Laboratory Experience
- Medical Terminology
- Vital Signs
- Technical documentation
- Biological recording
- Recording test results
- Data documentation
- Materials handling
- Inventory rotation
- Preventive maintenance
- Ultrasonic cleaning
- Assembling packages
- Tray preparation
- Workstation organization
- Computer skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Pathogen awareness
- Instrumentation knowledge
- Processing instruments
- Pathogen awareness
- Surgical instruments
- Sterile storage
- Instrument assembly and packaging
Certification
- Driver's License, 12/01/17, 12/01/24
- CPR Certification, 07/01/22, 07/01/23
- BLS Certification, 01/01/24, 01/01/25
- CNA
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
HCA Doctors
10.2024 - Current
CCHT (Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician)
SMH
06.2022 - 10.2023
Production Associate
PGT Innovations
05.2022 - 01.2024
USPS Mail Carrier
United States Postal Service
09.2018 - Current
CCHT (Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician)
Fresenius Kidney Care
09.2013 - 08.2018
PCT (Patient Care Technician)
Baptist Desoto Memorial Hospital
11.2011 - 06.2014
PCT (Patient Care Technician)
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
06.2007 - 06.2014
Associate of Science - Sterile Processing
Concorde Career College
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician - Dialysis
Nephrology Nursing Certification Commision
Some College - Biology
University of Memphis
High School Diploma -
Little Rock Central High School