McKenna Brandt
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Anesthesia Technician with a proven track record at Mayo Clinic, excelling in team collaboration and safety protocols. Skilled in troubleshooting and maintaining sterile environments, I effectively supported surgical teams, ensuring optimal patient care and equipment readiness. Passionate about enhancing patient experiences through adaptability and communication in high-pressure situations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Anesthesia Technician
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
09.2022 - 06.2025
- Prepared anesthesia equipment and supplies for surgical procedures.
- Assisted in setting up anesthesia delivery systems for patient care.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the anesthesia workspace.
- Monitored inventory levels of anesthesia supplies and materials.
- Supported anesthesia team in patient positioning and safety measures.
Patient Care Assistant
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision in a high-volume hospital unit.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks and routine activities.
- Supported patients with mobility and personal hygiene needs as required.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Supported medication reminders, meal assistance and mobility for post-operative patients.
Surgical Core Technician
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Sterilized equipment using autoclaves and sterilization processes.
- Managed multiple computer applications to assist with the sterilization and tracking process.
- Followed strict safety protocols to ensure a sterile environment.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in a surgical procedure.
- Maintained and organized inventory for a numerous amount of surgical tools and supplies.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials such as biohazardous waste, chemicals and sharps containers.
Education
Nursing Assistant
Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN01-2021
High School Diploma -
Byron High School
06-2019
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Communication
- Ability to adapt in stressful moments
- Troubleshooting skills
- Sterilization software systems
- Electronic Health Records (EHR), (EPIC)
- Inventory management systems
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
09.2022 - 06.2025
Patient Care Assistant
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
07.2021 - 09.2022
Surgical Core Technician
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
06.2020 - 07.2021
Nursing Assistant
Rochester Community And Technical College
High School Diploma -
Byron High School
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