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Nicholas DiStanislao

Petersburg,VA

Summary

Driven Certified Surgical Technologist offering a two year background in hospital setting. Well versed in sterile and aseptic techniques, a wide range of surgical procedures and implementation tools and technologies. Proven leadership and adept in mentoring team members to achieve patient outcome goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Subject Matter Expert

Herzing University
Milwaukee, WI
05.2022 - Current
  • Designed and prepared technical reports, studies and related documentation.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Southside Reginal Medical Center
Petersburg, VA
10.2019 - Current
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
  • Supported surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, and robotic procedures.
  • Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories and organizing surgical tools.
  • Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
  • Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.

Kitchen Manager

Good Vibes Pub
Petersburg , VA
03.2018 - 07.2019
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling and surface cleaning.
  • Wiped down counters using sanitizing spray to prevent cross-contamination among food items.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.

Line Cook

Old Skygusta Tavern
Petersburg , VA
05.2016 - 09.2017
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Education

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

ECPI University
Richmond, VA
09.2019

Skills

  • Pre- and post-surgical counts
  • Biohazardous waste disposal
  • Pre-surgical preparation
  • Infection control protocols
  • Safe sharps disposal
  • Passing surgical instruments
  • Setting up and operating equipment

Certification

  • CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
  • BLS Certified
  • Registered as Surgical Technologist with Virginia Board of Medicine

Affiliations

Member of Association of Surgical Technologists- Active membership since January, 2019

Advisory Board Member at Herzing University since June, 2022

References

Amanda Kish

Program Chair of Surgical Services

Herzing University

Mentor

(412)-715-3923


Sara Campbell Tennant

Charge Nurse

Southside Regional Medical Center

Co-Worker

STennant522@gmail.com

(804)-586-9186

Timeline

Subject Matter Expert

Herzing University
05.2022 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist

Southside Reginal Medical Center
10.2019 - Current

Kitchen Manager

Good Vibes Pub
03.2018 - 07.2019

Line Cook

Old Skygusta Tavern
05.2016 - 09.2017

Associate of Science - Surgical Technology

ECPI University

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