MARIA EUGENIA LOPEZ
Lebanon,USA
Summary
Experienced with sterile techniques and surgical assistance. Utilizes meticulous instrument handling and preparation to support obstetric procedures effectively. Knowledge of maintaining sterile field and ensuring patient safety throughout surgical processes.
Meticulous Surgical Tech bringing practiced experience assisting with diverse operating room functions. Anticipates and addresses surgeon's needs from operating room setup and sterilization to draping patient and passing instruments during surgery. Models medical teamwork and physical stamina.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Surgical Tech position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Bilingual speaker English/Spanish.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OB Scrub Technician
Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital
06.2013 - Current
- Reviewed available supplies, identified deficiencies and located necessary materials to meet operational demands.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
- Provided care for patients based on physical, psychological, educational and safety criteria.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee trainings and taking classes in subjects to improve.
- Collected, evaluated and set up both sterile and non-sterile surgical supplies, instruments and equipment.
- Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to RN.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living under guidance of RN.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Documented observations and baseline measurements in medical records.
- Maintained aseptic and unobstructed field throughout surgical procedures.
- Scrubbed and prepared surgical instruments for various procedures, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by maintaining sterile environments and anticipating needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
11.2006 - 03.2012
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Education
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Fortis Institute
Nashville, TN10.2020
Skills
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Passing surgical instruments
- Infection control protocols
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Electronic Charting
- Specimen collection
- Safe sharps disposal
- Safety protocols expertise
- Patient confidentiality
- Relationship development
- Sterile technique expertise
- Critical thinking
- Professionalism and ethics
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
OB Scrub Technician
Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital
06.2013 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
11.2006 - 03.2012
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Fortis Institute
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