Kimberly Rafnson
Summary
With a proven track record at Baptist Memorial Hospital, I excel in sterilizing medical instruments and ensuring their meticulous preparation for surgeries, showcasing my attention to detail and knowledge of sterilization techniques. My ability to adapt quickly and work effectively within a team has significantly enhanced operational efficiency. Demonstrated excellence in communication further supports team success and patient safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist/ CSP
Baptist Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Thoroughly cleaning and decontaminating surgical instruments.
- Operating autoclaves and other sterilizing machinery to properly sterilize medical instruments.
- Preparing and assembling instrument trays by selecting the correct instruments for specific procedures.
- Maintaining accurate inventory records of medical instruments simplifying locating specific trays.
Registered Nurse
Winterset Care Center, North
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Routinely assess residents mental and physical status to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered.
- Accurately administer medications as ordered and monitoring side effects.
- Creating individualized care plans based on each residents needs, including activities of daily living, therapeutic interventions and dietary requirements.
- Assessing and treating wounds, including pressure sores, to promote healing.
- Acting as patient advocate to ensure resident's rights and needs are met.
Front Desk Receptionist
Days Inn / Quality Inn
02.2015 - 04.2016
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
Travel Nurse
Medical Center Arlington
11.2013 - 12.2014
- Routinely monitor maternal and fetal wellbeing by way of electronic fetal monitoring, and maternal vital signs, to provide improved patient outcomes.
- Administer pain medication as ordered and assisting doctor with epidural placement. Assisting with breathing techniques to reduce pain and anxiety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to meet patients'' specific needs.
- Expedited treatment times with proficient IV insertion skills, medication administration, and patient teaching.
- Assess labor progress, identify potential complications and initiate appropriate interventions in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Assist with vaginal and surgical deliveries.
- Assist with newborn care including assessment and stabilization of infant. Including resuscitation if needed.
- Provide post partum care including maintaining acceptable amount of bleeding, assisting with maternal/newborn bonding and helping with activities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
College of The Desert
Palm Desert, CAAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southwest Community College
Creston, IANo Degree - Surgical Tech.
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Oxford, MS.07-2022
Skills
- Attention to detail Being meticulous and accurate when cleaning and sterilizing medical instruments
- Knowledge of sterilizing techniques
- Communication skills Able to communicate effectively with other team members to ensure needed instruments are available
- Knowledge of Infection Control and sterilization guidelines
- Teamwork Working as an effective team member by means of communication and performing my tasks in a manner that allows the next person to do their job efficiently
- Adaptability Able to change direction when required Such as interrupting current task so a more time sensitive task gets completed Also, the ability to listen to and process feedback and use it to make positive changes
Certification
NCCT Certified Surgical Technologist. # 1167468. Exp 10/2025
AHA BLS Provider. Exp 10/2026
Iowa Registered Nurse. # 109309. Lapsed
Timeline
Surgical Technologist/ CSP
Baptist Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Winterset Care Center, North
01.2017 - 01.2018
Front Desk Receptionist
Days Inn / Quality Inn
02.2015 - 04.2016
Travel Nurse
Medical Center Arlington
11.2013 - 12.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
College of The Desert
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southwest Community College
No Degree - Surgical Tech.
Northwest Mississippi Community College
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