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Knaggs Polynice

Summary

Highly motivated Surgical Technologist with excellent people skills and dedicated work ethic. Demonstrated medical procedure competency.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

United Staffing Company
09.2019 - 10.2022
  • Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.

Paraprofessional Substitute

Childhood Center
03.2023 - 10.2023


  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and achievements, fostering strong home-school connections.
  • Improved classroom management by consistently enforcing rules and maintaining a structured environment.
  • Supported lead teachers in the development of engaging lesson plans that met curriculum standards.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring, enabling struggling students to improve their understanding of course content.
  • Aided in the integration of technology tools into lessons, promoting digital literacy among students.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.

Surgical Technologist Student Internship

ABC MEDICAL SERVICES PLLC
01.2024 - 03.2024

Have the ability to accurately perform tasks under pressure and with as a integral component of the surgical team. Well-versed in sterile technique.

  • Improved teamwork among the surgical team by communicating effectively and anticipating the needs of other members.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of surgical technology advancements through continuous professional development courses and workshops.
  • Streamlined workflow in the operating room by accurately documenting procedures, supply usage, and pertinent patient information.
  • Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for surgeons.
  • Maintained records to document patient medical history and surgical procedure notes.
  • Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
  • Assisted in saving lives with timely response to emergency situations within the operating room.

Administrative Executive Assistant

Igbans Institute Of Vocational Training
03.2021 - 08.2023
  • Developed presentation materials for executive meetings, enabling clear communication of key points and data.
  • Supported executive decision-making by conducting thorough research and compiling comprehensive reports.
  • Assisted in budget planning and tracking expenses, contributing to fiscal responsibility within the department.
  • Collaborated with HR to onboard new hires, facilitating smooth transitions into the company culture.
  • Maintained confidential files, safeguarding sensitive information from unauthorized access.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Proactively managed ad-hoc projects assigned by executives with attention to detail while adhering to deadlines, ensuring the timely completion of tasks.

Recruiter

Pridestaff
10.2023 - Current
  • Trained junior recruiters on best practices, contributing to overall team success and improved efficiency.
  • Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
  • Advised managers on best practices to maintain compliance with applicable laws.
  • Collaborated with HR leadership regarding candidate salary determinations.
  • Developed and implemented plans to improve recruitment process.
  • Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.

Skills

  • Gathering equipment for sterilization
  • Scrubbing, gowning & gloving Surgeon
  • Patient positioning understanding
  • Extensive medical terminology knowledge
  • Pharmacology, Anatomy & Physiology
  • ability to stand for long periods, and manual dexterity
  • Adhering to HIPAA, Flexibility & Stress-management skills
  • Problem-Solving and Adaptability
  • Sterile technique & Aseptic technique, Infection control & CPR
  • Decision making

Certification

Bachelor of science in Business Administration

October 2020 - August 2024

Elkton High school

2016 - 2019

Associate in healthcare administration

January 2022-2025

Surgical Technology Associate in applied science

December 2022 - January 2024

Certified EKG | Phlebotomist | PCT

March 2023 - June 2023

American Heart association - CPR

Timeline

Surgical Technologist Student Internship

ABC MEDICAL SERVICES PLLC
01.2024 - 03.2024

Recruiter

Pridestaff
10.2023 - Current

Paraprofessional Substitute

Childhood Center
03.2023 - 10.2023

Administrative Executive Assistant

Igbans Institute Of Vocational Training
03.2021 - 08.2023

Direct Support Professional

United Staffing Company
09.2019 - 10.2022
Knaggs Polynice