Kelley Bunton
Hickory,NC
Summary
Seasoned Surgical Technologist with more than 9 years in supporting surgeons during wide range of surgical procedures. Proficient in quickly setting up and breaking down surgical suites for assigned cases to sustain patient flows.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to patient care and working along side surgical staff.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
UNC Blue Ridge Morganton
Morganton, NC
08.2015 - Current
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Counting surgical instruments and supplies at beginning of procedure and final counts per policy.
- Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Abernathy Laurels
Newton, NC
01.2012 - 08.2015
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC07-2015
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC10-2014
Skills
- Sterile Technique Proficiency
- Patient transferring and positioning
- HIPAA proficiency
- Equipment set up and operation
- Aseptic and sterilization techniques
- Safely disposing of needles
- Instrument preparation
- Surgical counts
- Organizational abilities
- Sterile Field Preparation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- BLS
Expires 10/2024
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
UNC Blue Ridge Morganton
08.2015 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Abernathy Laurels
01.2012 - 08.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Catawba Valley Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Catawba Valley Community College