Jennifer Kent
Scottsdale,AZ
Summary
As a meticulous Surgical Technologist, I am excited to bring my 13-year background in the operating room to a new role as a Registered Nurse. I am knowledgeable in the current peri-operative aspects at Greenbaum and am committed to maintaining the highest standards of health and safety.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Honor Health Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center
02.2012 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Improved team communication through active participation in pre-and post-operative discussions, resulting in better patient outcomes.
Sterile Processing Technician
Spring Valley Hospital And Medical Center
03.2011 - 02.2012
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Streamlined workflow for the department by organizing instruments and equipment in a systematic manner.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ05.2024
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Anthem Institute - Bryman School
Las Vegas, NV12.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI05.1999
Skills
- Infection control protocols
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safety protocols expertise
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Surgical equipment operation
- Preoperative preparation
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Aseptic Techniques
- Surgical Assistance
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Multitasking
- Time management abilities
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Additional Information
Volunteer for Hope Kids Arizona
Achievement award for Excellence in Collaborative Practice
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Honor Health Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center
02.2012 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Spring Valley Hospital And Medical Center
03.2011 - 02.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Scottsdale Community College
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Anthem Institute - Bryman School
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
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