Open To Work
Michele Columbus
Mapleview Country Villa
Canton,MI
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
Immediately
Desired Job Title
LPNLPN/ Surgical TechSurgical TechnologistSurgical Technologist
Work Type
Part TimeFull Time
Important To Me
Paid time off
2024
years of professional experience
LPN/ Surgical Tech with 40 years of OR experience and 53 years of Nursing
Healthcare professional with solid background in patient care and medical support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and maintain accurate patient records. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care.
Work History
LPN
2 Years- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patients' conditions to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted in patient care planning, collaborating with healthcare team to enhance overall care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance practices and post-discharge care instructions.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation to uphold compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Developed rapport with patients, fostering a supportive environment conducive to recovery and well-being.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care protocols and operational procedures within facility.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient satisfaction and care outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
LPN/ Surgical Tech
12 Years 4 Months- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Assisted in patient assessments and developed individualized care plans in collaboration with registered nurses.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment plans and discharge instructions.
- Assisted surgical teams during procedures by preparing instruments and equipment for optimal efficiency.
- Maintained sterile environments by adhering to strict infection control protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless communication and workflow during surgeries.
- Monitored surgical supplies and instruments, restocking as needed to prevent delays in operations.
- Trained junior staff on proper techniques for instrument handling and surgical preparation processes.
- Implemented improvements in sterilization techniques, reducing potential contamination risks during surgeries.
- Led pre-operative briefings with surgical teams to clarify roles and enhance operational effectiveness.
- Evaluated surgical processes, identifying areas for improvement to optimize patient safety and outcomes.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- Ensured proper care of surgical instruments through meticulous cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance processes.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing anxiety or discomfort prior to surgery, helping alleviate concerns while maintaining professionalism.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care before, during, and after surgery.
- Played a key role in reducing OR turnaround time by implementing process improvements for equipment preparation and room cleanup procedures.
- Performed inventory management duties for the operating room supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.
- Contributed to successful operations by assembling and organizing surgical equipment with precision.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine, and orthopedic trauma treatment.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices within the field of surgical technology.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Received recognition for excellent performance in assisting with emergency surgeries, resulting in positive patient outcomes.
- Assisted in the development of updated policies and procedures for the surgical department, resulting in improved safety measures and overall efficiency.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Reduced surgery times with efficient preparation of operating rooms and expedient assistance during surgeries.
- Facilitated smooth operation of surgical procedures, preparing operating rooms with necessary equipment and supplies.
- Ensured optimal patient care, closely monitoring patient vitals and conditions during surgery for immediate response.
- Contributed to positive patient experiences by offering empathetic support and clear communication before and after surgery.
- Improved patient outcomes with precise handling and passing of surgical instruments during procedures.
- Streamlined surgical processes, organizing instruments and supplies for easy accessibility during procedures.
- Supported patient recovery, providing post-operative care instructions and follow-up support to patients and families.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, providing critical support for successful patient outcomes.
- Increased operational efficiency, sterilizing and organizing tools according to surgical team requirements.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of surgical technology and techniques, ensuring best practices were applied in all procedures.
- Enhanced team efficiency by maintaining meticulous inventory of surgical supplies and equipment.
- Ensured sterility of operating rooms and surgical instruments, significantly reducing risk of post-operative infections.
- Facilitated successful surgeries, preparing patients for surgery through washing, shaving, and disinfecting incision sites.
- Improved surgical precision, assisting surgeons with application of sutures and dressings post-operation.
- Optimized resource utilization, managing surgical inventory to prevent shortages and overstocking.
- Improved surgical team coordination, participating in briefings and debriefings to ensure clarity of roles and expectations.
- Supported surgical innovation by assisting in implementation of new surgical technology and methods.
Surgical Technologist
2 Years- Enhanced patient safety, conducting pre-operative and post-operative checks to ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
- Enhanced team preparedness, conducting equipment checks before surgeries to ensure functionality and availability.
- Contributed to team knowledge, sharing insights from recent advancements in surgical technology during team meetings.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- Prepared sterile solutions to support surgical processes and helped physicians scrub in for procedures.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
Surgical Technologist
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Transported patients to and from surgeries to promote timely operating room turnover.
- Provided wound care post-operatively to promote healing and reduce risk of infections.
Timeline
LPN
Mapleview Country Villa
02.2022 - 02.2024Read More
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