India Puryear
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Adaptable and compassionate with keen eye for detail and positive demeanor. Well-versed in sterile techniques and surgical instrumentation, including patient safety protocols and equipment handling. Committed to ensuring optimal surgical outcomes and patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Sentara Leigh Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- 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.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
Surgical Technologist
Bon Secour Mary Immaculate Hospital
06.2019 - 05.2023
- 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.
- 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.
Education
Surgical Assisting
Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting
1507 County Hospital Rd. Nashville Tennessee 3721802-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Riverside College of Health Careers
316 Main St. Newport News, Va06-2019
High School Diploma -
Booker T. Washington
1111 Park Ave.06-2011
Skills
- Aseptic techniques
- Critical thinking
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Equipment set up
- Surgical assistance
- Basic life support
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Infection control protocols
- Patient preparation
- Leadership qualities
- Workplace safety
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Sentara Leigh Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Bon Secour Mary Immaculate Hospital
06.2019 - 05.2023
Surgical Assisting
Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Riverside College of Health Careers
High School Diploma -
Booker T. Washington
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