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Kelley Reese

Washburn,WI

Summary

Attentive Sterile Processing Technician with 14 years of experience in various healthcare settings . Good communication skills, a strong attention to detail and a superior work ethic. Looking for a permanent role in Hospital setting.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Contract Sterile Processing Technician

Aya Healthcare - Banner Del Webb Hospital
12.2021 - 02.2022
  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
  • Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
  • Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
  • Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
  • Recorded biologicals and test results.
  • Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.

Contract Sterile Processing Technician

Aya Healthcare - Mayo Clinic
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
  • Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.

Contract Sterile Processing Technician

Onward Healthcare - Vidant Medical Center
05.2019 - 02.2021
  • Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
  • Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
  • Reprocesses Endoscopes by manual cleaning and AER
  • Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Train new employees on sterilizations, assembly, decontamination and endoscope reprocessing.

Contract Sterile Processing Technician

Onward Healthcare - Nortons Womens And Childrens
01.2019 - 04.2019
  • Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
  • Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
  • Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.

Contract Sterile Processing Technician

Onward Healthcare - Neumors Childrens Hospital
10.2018 - 01.2019
  • Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
  • Picked surgical supplies for next day cases.
  • Decontamination, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment.
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.

Contract Sterile Processing Technician

Onward Healthcare - Univerity Of Virginia Medical
07.2018 - 10.2018
  • Decontamination, Inspection, and assembly of surgical instruments and equipment used in surgical procedures.
  • Operated steam sterilizers, gas plasma sterilizers, ETO sterilizers, washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and automatic endoscope reprocessors.
  • Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
  • Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.

Sterile Processing Technician

Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
06.2017 - 07.2018
  • Decontamination, Inspection, and assembly of surgical instruments and equipment used in surgical procedures.
  • Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols.
  • Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
  • Trained new employees on reprocessing endoscopes
  • Picked surgical equipment, supplies and trays for next day cases.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Twin Ports Health
09.2014 - 12.2017
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Northern Lights Healthcare
09.2013 - 11.2014


  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Ashland Health And Rehabilitation
09.2009 - 09.2013


  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.

Education

High School Diploma -

Washburn High School
Washburn, WI
06.2005

Skills

  • Instrument Inspection
  • Sterilization Procedures
  • Computerized Tracking (SPM, Censitrac)
  • Instrument Storage
  • Equipment Disinfection
  • Infection Control
  • Recording Test Results
  • Decontamination Procedures
  • Assembling Case Carts
  • Endoscope Reprocessing
  • Equipment Maintenance Procedures

Certification

CRCST - 433563

Timeline

Contract Sterile Processing Technician

Aya Healthcare - Banner Del Webb Hospital
12.2021 - 02.2022

Contract Sterile Processing Technician

Aya Healthcare - Mayo Clinic
05.2021 - 11.2021

Contract Sterile Processing Technician

Onward Healthcare - Vidant Medical Center
05.2019 - 02.2021

Contract Sterile Processing Technician

Onward Healthcare - Nortons Womens And Childrens
01.2019 - 04.2019

Contract Sterile Processing Technician

Onward Healthcare - Neumors Childrens Hospital
10.2018 - 01.2019

Contract Sterile Processing Technician

Onward Healthcare - Univerity Of Virginia Medical
07.2018 - 10.2018

Sterile Processing Technician

Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
06.2017 - 07.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Twin Ports Health
09.2014 - 12.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant

Northern Lights Healthcare
09.2013 - 11.2014

Certified Nursing Assistant

Ashland Health And Rehabilitation
09.2009 - 09.2013

High School Diploma -

Washburn High School
Kelley Reese