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Kelly Edwards

Hampstead,NC

Summary

Dynamic Certified Surgical Technologist with expertise in sterile technique mastery and patient safety at Novant Health Scotts Hill Outpatient Surgery Center. Proven ability to operate surgical equipment and maintain infection control protocols, while fostering teamwork and collaboration in high-pressure environments. Committed to excellence in patient care and surgical support. Professional surgical technologist with comprehensive expertise in surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and patient care. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs in high-pressure environments. Proficient in instrument handling, surgical field preparation, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Reliable, resourceful, and prepared for pivotal roles in surgical settings.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Surgical Technologist

Novant Health Scotts Hill Outpatient Surgery Center
Wilmington, NC
03.2023 - Current

Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for various procedures ensuring readiness and compliance with safety protocols.

  • Assisted in positioning patients and maintaining sterile fields throughout surgical interventions to enhance procedural efficiency.
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to anticipate needs during operations, improving workflow and reducing delays.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies and instruments, facilitating timely restocking to support uninterrupted surgical services.
  • Trained junior staff on best practices for sterilization techniques, fostering a culture of safety and adherence to protocols.
  • 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.
  • Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
  • Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
  • Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
  • Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
  • Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
  • Supported colleagues by serving as a resource on surgical technology best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
  • Improved team communication through active participation in pre-and post-operative discussions, resulting in better patient outcomes.
  • Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
  • Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
  • Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
  • Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
  • Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
  • Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
  • Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout the entire perioperative process.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Novant Health, Presbyterian Hospital
Charlotte, NC
04.2001 - 10.2005
  • Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for various procedures ensuring readiness and compliance with safety protocols.
  • Assisted in positioning patients and maintaining sterile fields throughout surgical interventions to enhance procedural efficiency.
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to anticipate needs during operations, improving workflow and reducing delays.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies and instruments, facilitating timely restocking to support uninterrupted surgical services.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Department of Veterans Affairs
Fayetteville, NC
02.2016 - 03.2023
  • Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for various procedures ensuring readiness and compliance with safety protocols.
  • Assisted in positioning patients and maintaining sterile fields throughout surgical interventions to enhance procedural efficiency.
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to anticipate needs during operations, improving workflow and reducing delays.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies and instruments, facilitating timely restocking to support uninterrupted surgical services.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
  • Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
  • Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
  • Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
  • Ensured proper handling of specimens during surgeries, aiding in accurate diagnostic results for patients.
  • Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
  • Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
  • Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
  • Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
  • Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
  • Streamlined workflow by organizing instruments efficiently on the back table according to procedure requirements.
  • Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
  • Supported colleagues by serving as a resource on surgical technology best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
  • Maintained high infection control standards.
  • Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
  • Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
  • Provided wound care post-operatively to promote healing and reduce risk of infections.
  • Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
  • Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
  • Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
  • Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
  • Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
  • Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
  • Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
  • Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
  • Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
  • Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
  • Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by actively participating in department meetings and offering constructive feedback on surgical processes.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Department Of Defence
Fort Bragg, NC
10.2005 - 03.2016

Education

Diploma - Surgical Technology

Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, North Carolina, NC
08.1993

Skills

    Relationship building

  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Surgical assistance
  • Surgical procedures
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Safe sharps disposal

Professionalism and ethics

Surgical equipment operation

Sterile technique mastery

Biohazardous waste disposal

Setting up and operating equipment

Infection control protocols

Patient positioning expertise

Patient confidentiality

Specimen collection

Transporting patients

Workplace safety

Wound dressing

Safety protocols expertise

Indirect patient care

Patient transportation

Collecting medical specimens

Equipment set up and operation

Anatomy and physiology

Passing surgical tools

Aseptic and sterilization techniques

Surgical counts

Surgical instrumentation

Preparing for surgeries

Dressing wounds

Disposing of biohazardous waste

Safely disposing of needles

Medical terminology proficiency

HIPAA proficiency

Infection control practices

Aseptic techniques

Basic life support

Critical thinking

Instrument sterilization

Equipment set up

Surgical assistance

Patient safety

Safety protocols

Physical stamina

Surgical procedures

Anatomy

Staff education

Sterile processing support

Intra-operative assistance

Sterile field management

Surgical gowning

Operating room procedures

Instrument preparation

OR preparation

Sterile field preparation

Attention to detail

Teamwork and collaboration

Certified surgical technologist (CST)

Flexible and adaptable

CPR/AED

Relationship building

Certification

Certification for Surgical Technology #163897, exp 12/19/2027

Member Association of Surgical Technology #87230, exp 10/31/2026

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technologist

Novant Health Scotts Hill Outpatient Surgery Center
03.2023 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist

Department of Veterans Affairs
02.2016 - 03.2023

Certified Surgical Technologist

Department Of Defence
10.2005 - 03.2016

Certified Surgical Technologist

Novant Health, Presbyterian Hospital
04.2001 - 10.2005

Diploma - Surgical Technology

Fayetteville Technical Community College
Kelly Edwards