KENESHIA TANIA SMITH
EAST ORANGE,NJ
Summary
Highly motivated, hardworking, ambitious and driven individual. Seeking a responsible role to build a successful career in a Healthcare Organization, with opportunities for career growth and development.
Detailed oriented, excellent customer service and communication skills. Strong knowledge of surgical instrumentation, medical devices and equipment, medical terminology and infection prevention and control. Calm and levelheaded, excellent verbal, written and communication skills. Analytical, critical thinking and time management skills. Acceptance of new ideas and concepts. Able to excel in a team environment.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
University Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Independently run the department on off-shifts and weekends or in the absence of a Manager/Supervisor, by utilizing department tools to monitor and report quality and productivity within the department
- Assist supervisor with ensuring that the policies, procedures, and practices comply with the standards established by all regulatory agencies
- Develop and maintain professional relationships with staff, customers and vendors through effective communication and collaboration
- Acts as liaison between the Sterile Processing Department and the Operating Room
- Evaluate staff schedule and re-assigns staff according to departmental needs
- Participates in the orientation of new employees, on-the-job training, and in service education
- Supports and adheres to departmental, facility and regulatory policies and procedures
- Refer all decisions beyond personal scope of responsibilities to the manager and leadership when necessary
Central Sterile Processing Technician
University Hospital
01.2020 - Current
- Inspects disassembles, sorts, cleans and reprocesses a high variety of complex reusable instrumentation and equipment, utilizing infection control and safety practices during all phases of the process
- Operates automated processing equipment such as washers, sterilizers, biological incubators, instrument dryers, heat sealers and other commonly used equipment in the Central Sterile Department
- Prepare and package instruments and supplies for sterilization, according to manufacturer's recommendations and guidelines
- Maintains accurate sterilization records and monitors quality control and infection control standards
- Communicates with the operating room staff and assemble instruments and supplies for surgery, or case specialty cart procedures, using the doctor's preference list
- Anticipates special and emergency needs of the operating room and fulfills their requests in a timely manner
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Medical Center
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Nursing assistant on the Observation / Telemetry Unit
- Works with the general practice team to provide safe and effective person-centered care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse
- Access and document vital signs, glucose checks and any changes in patient condition
- Collect lab samples and provide pre / post operative care
- Create and maintain a safe and clean environment for patients
- Assist patients with activities of daily living
- Report any changes in the patient to the charge nurse
- Comply with HIPAA standards and regulations in patient documentation and observations
- Follows infection control protocols, ensures proper disposal of medical waste and provide comfort during difficult times
Education
Management Essential -
Harvard Business School (online)
12.2024
Information Technology -
Ameri-cation Career and Training Medical School
01.2023
Certified registered central service -
East Wind Surgical Technical Training Center
01.2020
GED -
Adult & Continuing Education
01.2010
Skills
- Word processing
- Spreadsheet
- Email management
- Digital calendars
- Data entry
- Instant messaging
- Censis management system
- Epic management system
Certification
- Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), #476479
- Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL)
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
- CompTIA Information Technology Technician / Information Security management, #COMP001022307696
- Management Essentials, Pending
- Certified Nursing Assistant, #NA200020969
- Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR/AED E CARD CODE #246021728005
Personal Information
Hobbies: Cooking foods from different cultures, Reading, Meditation
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
University Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Central Sterile Processing Technician
University Hospital
01.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Medical Center
01.2015 - 01.2020
Information Technology -
Ameri-cation Career and Training Medical School
Certified registered central service -
East Wind Surgical Technical Training Center
GED -
Adult & Continuing Education
- Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), #476479
- Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL)
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
- CompTIA Information Technology Technician / Information Security management, #COMP001022307696
- Management Essentials, Pending
- Certified Nursing Assistant, #NA200020969
- Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR/AED E CARD CODE #246021728005
Management Essential -
Harvard Business School (online)
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