Kathryn Van Dyne
Lincoln City,OR
Summary
Caring, empathetic, professional Registered Substance Abuse Counselor with over a 1000 hours of experience in Inpatient,Intensive Outpatient and Outpatient Treatment Services. Exceptionally talented at building rapport with different patient groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse. Passionate counselor dedicated to improving lives of individuals struggling with addiction and other behavioral disorders. Attentively implements sound treatment plans addressing unique patient needs and helps attain long-term behavioral goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Samaritan Health Services
02.2021 - Current
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Guided peers on best practices and proper techniques in the field of surgical technology.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during General, Gynecological, Hand, Orthopedic, Plastic, Urology surgery procedures.
- Maintained consistent performance evaluations by consistently delivering exceptional patient care, promoting efficient teamwork, and strictly following established protocols.
- Actively participated in department meetings to promote a culture of continuous improvement.
- Achieved improved patient outcomes by utilizing teamwork and critical thinking skills to overcome challenges during surgical procedures.
- Enhanced patient safety through strict adherence to protocols and maintenance of a sterile surgical environment.
- Organized and prepared equipment, tools, and supplies as per surgeons' preferences or instructions.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Shasta Regional Medical Center
06.2015 - 07.2020
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout the entire perioperative process.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by actively participating in department meetings and offering constructive feedback on surgical processes.
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Assisted surgeons during Cardiovascular, ENT, General, Gynecology, Hand, Orthopedic, Podiatry,Neurology,Thoracic and Urology and Vascular.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Oregon Coast Community College
Newport, ORCertified Surgical Technologist -
American College of Health Professionals
Riverside, CACounselor Alcohol Drug Counselor -Registered - Alcohol And Addiction Studies
Mental Health Addiction Association Board Oregon
Portland, ORDegree in Surgical Technology Studies - Surgical Technology
American College of Health Professionals
Riverside, CA06.2005
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Shasta College
Redding, CA05.2003
High School Diploma -
Foothill High School
Redding, CA06.1999
Skills
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Infection control protocols
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Direct Patient Care
- Workplace Safety
- Indirect Patient Care
- Electronic Charting EPIC
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Work Prioritization
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Group therapy facilitation
BLS Certified/ American Heart Association 5/2026
CADC-R 10/2026
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relapse Prevention
- Individual Counseling
- Self-Care Promotion
- Boundary Setting
- Psychoeducational Delivery
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Referral Coordination
- Clinical Documentation
- Community Resources
- Goal Setting
- Client Confidentiality
- Crisis Intervention
- Task Prioritization
- Professionalism
- Patient Advocacy
- Continuous Improvement
- Group facilitation
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
- BLS American Heart Association 05/2026
- CADC-R 10/2026
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Samaritan Health Services
02.2021 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Shasta Regional Medical Center
06.2015 - 07.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Oregon Coast Community College
Certified Surgical Technologist -
American College of Health Professionals
Counselor Alcohol Drug Counselor -Registered - Alcohol And Addiction Studies
Mental Health Addiction Association Board Oregon
Degree in Surgical Technology Studies - Surgical Technology
American College of Health Professionals
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Shasta College
High School Diploma -
Foothill High School
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