Naomi Zielinski
Milwaukee
Summary
- Certified Surgical Technologist with 4yrs experience and 7 years in healthcare. Currently employed as a travel CST at PeaceHealth Vancouver Level II trauma center. I have a medical background as a CNA and sterile processing tech. Able to work flexible hours in multiple job positions. Comfortable with a fast pace work environment, always attentive, and can listen and execute orders with diligence. Able to overcome challenges and solve complex situations. Finds accountability and working in a team are important, along with communication.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist/Materials Manager
Wilshire Surgical Center
Portland
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
- Reviewed patient charts for information regarding allergies or medical conditions that could affect the outcome of surgery.
- Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
- Retrieved implants from storage area prior to start of procedure.
- Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases.
- Kept inventory of supplies and ordered new items as needed.
- Frequent updating of surgeon preference cards and needs
Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare
Portland
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Surgical technologist
- Train nurses and techs
- Teach and update preference cards
Travel Surgical Technologist
Medical Solutions Supplier
Renton
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Surgical tech role
Travel CST
FlexCare Medical Staffing
Lake Forest
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Surgical tech role
Travel CST
FlexCare Medical Staffing
Grayslake
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Surgical tech role
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Trained and taught new nurses and scrubs
- Worked at multiple sites within same day or week
Surgical Tech
Aurora St Luke's
Milwaukee
06.2021 - 02.2023
- CST at level II trauma center and cardiac hospital
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
- Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
- Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
- Organized operating room by setting up surgical trays with instruments according to surgeon preference.
- Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
Surgical Tech Intern
Aurora Sinai Health Care
Milwaukee
03.2021 - 06.2021
Sterile Processing Tech
Aurora Sinai Health Care
Milwaukee
01.2021 - 06.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aurora St Luke's Health Care
Milwaukee
04.2018 - 01.2021
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenfield High School
Greenfield, WI06.2018
Certification: CNA -
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Oak Creek, WISome College (No Degree): Diagnostic Medical Sonography -
Black Hawk Technical College
Janesville, WIAssociates: Surgical Technology -
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Certified Surgical Technologist
- Washington State licensed
- BLS
- Strong verbal communication
- Quick learner
- Energetic and organized
- Social and respectful of other people
- Considerate and kind with a gentle tone toward others
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Organized and attention to detail
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Able to lift at least 50 pounds
- Able to multitask
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Upholds patient care and safety standards
- Upholds sterile technique
- General, Vascular, Neuro, Davinci and other Robots, GYN, GU, ENT,Pediatric,Ortho, and Thoracic surgeries
Accomplishments
- Certified
- BLS certification through AHA
- ST preceptor and leader
- Various volunteer work
- Honor roll student
Timeline
Surgical Technologist/Materials Manager
Wilshire Surgical Center
01.2025 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Aya Healthcare
10.2024 - 12.2024
Travel Surgical Technologist
Medical Solutions Supplier
06.2023 - 11.2023
Travel CST
FlexCare Medical Staffing
02.2023 - 05.2023
Travel CST
FlexCare Medical Staffing
02.2023 - 05.2023
Surgical Tech
Aurora St Luke's
06.2021 - 02.2023
Surgical Tech Intern
Aurora Sinai Health Care
03.2021 - 06.2021
Sterile Processing Tech
Aurora Sinai Health Care
01.2021 - 06.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aurora St Luke's Health Care
04.2018 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Greenfield High School
Certification: CNA -
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Some College (No Degree): Diagnostic Medical Sonography -
Black Hawk Technical College
Associates: Surgical Technology -
Milwaukee Area Technical College