Kayleigh Schiegner

Ensured seamless operation of surgical procedures during night shifts at a level one trauma facility.

Completed remaining room tasks during evening and break shifts to ensure operational continuity.

• Set-up the sterile field, scrub and assist in minimally invasive vascular procedures
• Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary
• Operate the C-arm
• Monitor and document patient vitals throughout procedures
• Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.

• Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
• Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
• Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
• Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
• Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
• Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.