Leonela Cubillos
Westbury
Summary
Highly motivated nursing student in the final semester of an ADN program with concurrent BSN coursework nearly completed through dual enrollment. Selected as one of the inaugural cohort members of the NHANCE program. Over 4 years of experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist. Demonstrates strong adaptability, critical thinking, and communication skills while providing direct patient care and assisting in complex surgical procedures. Proven ability to perform effectively in fast-paced environments and collaborate within interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Nursing Student Clinical Rotations – NY
- Provided direct patient care including vital signs, hygiene, mobility assistance, and patient education
- Assisted with medication administration under RN supervision
- Monitored patients for changes in condition and promptly reported abnormalities
- Participated in interdisciplinary care planning and documentation
- Developed clinical judgment in high-acuity settings including medical-surgical and maternal health
- Applied infection control practices and patient safety protocols in all care settings
Lead Certified Surgical Technologist
Northwell Health Fertility
Manhasset, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and equipment for procedures.
- Maintained sterile environment by following strict infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure efficient workflow during procedures.
- Anticipated surgical team needs and responded rapidly in emergent situations
- Collaborated closely with nurses, anesthesiologists, and physicians
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail, prioritization, and patient safety
- Functioned effectively under pressure in fast-paced procedural settings
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY05.2027
Associate of Science - Nursing
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY05.2026
Skills
- Critical Thinking & Clinical Judgment
- Sterile Technique & Procedural Support
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management & Prioritization
- Infection Control
- Patient-Centered Care & Education
Accomplishments
- Improved operating room efficiency by reorganizing inventory system.
- Trained multiple nurses and new surgical technologists.
- Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
- Assisted in over 6,000 procedures for the past 4 years.
- Assisted during QUAD A inspections.
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation Certification- In Progress
- ACLS- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support - In Progress
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Certified Surgical Technologist
Northwell Health Fertility
09.2021 - Current
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Empire State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Nassau Community College