Krystal Cardenas
South Shore University Hospital-Northwell Health
Hicksville,USA
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years of professional experience
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.
Work History
Professional Adjunct
2 Years 8 Months- Facilitated hands-on learning experiences for students in a simulated surgical environment. Utilized expertise to impart essential skills like instrumentation, sterile technique, surgical setup, and procedural sequencing, enhancing real-world applicability.
- Facilitated skill development in laboratory settings to enhance student readiness for clinical rotations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Certified Surgical Technologist
7 Years 2 Months- Check caseload for the day and make sure all supplies are pulled as per surgeon preference cards
- Ensuring all extra surgical supplies are available in the room for each case
- Performing surgical counts to account for all items and to ensure patient safety
- Assisted circulator in positioning patient on operating table for procedures
- Assisted circulator in positioning patients on the operating table
- Check my caseload for the day and make sure all supplies are pulled as per surgeon preference cards
- Pulling supplies for the following day's case load during any downtime
- Coordinated breaks for techs to ensure continuous workflow and support during procedures
Certified Surgical Technologist
3 Years 10 Months- Maintained the sterile field between the patient and the surgical team.
- Restocking supplies in ORs as needed
- Helping position the patient on the operating table, prepping surgical area and draping them with sterile surgical drapes.
- Positioned patients on operating table and prepared surgical area by draping with sterile surgical drapes to facilitate efficient procedures.
- Working on doctors' surgical preference cards and updating them
- Assisted surgeons in plastics, general, ENT, and eye cases, contributing to successful surgical outcomes.
- Assisted OR staff with efficient turnover between surgical cases
Certified OR Tech
1 Year- Open sterile supplies and instruments using sterile technique for C-section and vaginal deliveries
- Maintained both Labor & Delivery rooms and the Operating rooms stocked with all equipment needed.
- Performed hand scrub and donned gown and gloves to ensure sterile environment.
- Anticipated surgeon's needs by preparing necessary instruments and supplies in advance.
- Requested additional equipment.
- Secure intraoperative tissue and fluid specimens.
- Maintained constant focus on surgical field to ensure optimal support for the surgical team.
- Conducted sponge, needle, and instrument counts to uphold patient safety and compliance with policy.
- Apply sterile dressings as directed by surgeon.
Certified Surgical Technologist
1 Year- Prepared the operating room and verified the necessary supplies and tools for each case.
- Assist surgeons in a variety of specialties, including ob/gyn, urology, general surgery, plastic surgery, robotic and thoracic surgery.
- Provide a sterile field in accordance to aseptic technique
- Decontaminated instruments and equipment and disposed of contaminated materials properly.
- Monitored adherence to aseptic technique by all members of the surgical team.
- Conducted thorough counts of soft and sharp instruments to ensure surgical accuracy
Education
AAS - Surgical Technology
- CAHEEP accredited
- Graduation Date: May 22, 2013
Skills
Problem-solving
Organization and time management
Multitasking Abilities
Aseptic technique
Multitasking
Friendly
positive attitude
Certification
CPR- American Heart Association, Expires: 09/30/2026, Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), NBSTSA/CST Certification #: 142763, Issue Date: June 6, 2013
Languages
Languages: English and Spanish
Timeline
Professional Adjunct
Suffolk Community College
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
Certified Surgical Technologist
South Shore University Hospital-Northwell Health
08.2019 - CurrentRead More
Certified Surgical Technologist
Christus Santa Rosa PASC V
08.2015 - 06.2019Read More
Certified OR Tech
Methodist Children’s Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2015Read More
Certified Surgical Technologist
NSLIJ Health System
01.2013 - 01.2014Read More
Nassau Community College
AAS from Surgical Technology
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