Karin Andrea McCollum
Miami
Summary
Surgical Technologist with 5 years of experience assisting in surgical procedures. Skilled in preparing operating rooms, sterilizing instruments, and supporting surgical teams with precision and efficiency. Dedicated to ensuring patient safety and maintaining sterile environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist II
Baptist Hospital of Miami
Miami Florida
05.2015 - 05.2019
- Rotated in Pediatric, Maxillofacial, General surgery, Urology, Neurology, Peripheral Vascular, ENT, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Thoracic services.
- Trained in Robotic Da Vinci surgical system.
- Reviewed patient charts for information regarding allergies or medical conditions that could affect the outcome of surgery.
- Maintained sterility, prepared operating rooms and equipment for procedures.
- Scrubbed in and assisted Surgeon and or surgical assistant with patient draping.
- Assisted Surgeon in retracing, passing instruments during surgical procedures.
- Provided direct assistance to surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists during surgical procedures.
- Prepared sterile dressings and labeled specimens.
- Prepared operating rooms for surgical procedures resulting in smooth and efficient workflow.
- Maintained a 100% adherence to sterile techniques, minimizing the risk of infections.
- Aided circulating nurse with patient transfers, to and from surgical table to stretcher.
- Assisted circulating Nurse in prepping patient’s skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards and positioning patients according to the type of surgery.
- Collaborated with the surgical team to ensure the availability of all necessary equipment and supplies.
- Intended to improve communication between RN circulator and surgeon and continuity of patient care.
Radiology Department Patient Transport
Palmetto General Hospital
08.2014 - 10.2015
- Maintained Patient safety in all transport assignments.
- Transported patients of all ages throughout the hospital in a timely and efficient manner.
- Transported patients expeditiously throughout the hospital according to established procedures and time standards.
- Followed all infection control policies and procedures as it relates to patients.
- Thoroughly cleaned before and after equipment, supplies and other miscellaneous items being used during transit of patients.
- Demonstrated competency when performing patient care procedures within scope of practice.
- Assisted transferring patients from their beds to wheelchairs or/and stretchers.
- Transported patients from the floor units, emergency room to radiology department (MRI, CT, Nuclear Medicine).
- Excellent communication with staff members and Doctors.
- Compassionate towards patients and their family members by offering support and encouragement.
- Collaborated with the Nurses transporting equipment to their assigned rooms.
- Answered patient questions before any transport.
Education
Associates of Science in Nursing - Nursing
City College of Nursing
Miami Florida 07.2023
Associates of Science (AS) - Surgical Technology
City College
03.2015
Skills
- Aseptic techniques
- Critical thinking
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Multitasking
- Workplace & Patient safety
- Surgical assistance
- Safe sharps disposal
- Patient preparation
- Leadership qualities
- Infection control protocols
- Specimen collection
Accomplishments
- Fortis College of Nursing,2023,Cum Laude, GPA 3.6
- Awarded the Dean's List honor for achieving a GPA of 3.5 or higher for consecutive semesters.
- City College, 2017, Cum Laude, GPA 3.5.
Clinical Externship
Baptist Hospital of Miami, Provided S1 and S2 assistance in 120 surgical cases with over 720 clinical hours. Provided S1 and S2 assistance in Pediatric, Maxillofacial, General surgery, Urology, Neurology, Peripheral Vascular, ENT, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Thoracic and Robotic Da Vinci surgical system.
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Surgical Technologist II
Baptist Hospital of Miami
05.2015 - 05.2019
Radiology Department Patient Transport
Palmetto General Hospital
08.2014 - 10.2015
Associates of Science (AS) - Surgical Technology
City College
Associates of Science in Nursing - Nursing
City College of Nursing
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