Nicholas Williams
Madison,AL
Summary
Adept Surgical Technologist with a proven track record at Huntsville Hospital Main, showcasing expertise in aseptic techniques and critical thinking. Excelled in minimizing infection risks and enhancing patient outcomes through meticulous equipment setup and operational efficiency. Mentored peers, demonstrating leadership and a commitment to excellence in patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Huntsville Hospital Main
01.2017 - Current
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- 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.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
Surgical Technologist
MedStar Washington Hospital Center- Cardiac Rehabilitation
01.2023 - 12.2024
- 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.
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Huntsville Hospital Main
09.2013 - 01.2017
- Assisted in training new telemetry monitor technicians, sharing expertise and knowledge to help develop competent and confident staff members.
- Improved workflow efficiency by maintaining up-to-date documentation on monitored patients, including rhythm strips and vital signs.
- Maintained strict adherence to hospital policies and procedures related to confidentiality, infection control, and safety protocols during daily activities.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when analyzing cardiac patterns for subtle yet significant changes that could indicate potential complications or emergencies.
Education
Certificate - Surgical Technology
Huntsville Hospital School of Surgical Technology
Huntsville, AL12.2016
High School Diploma -
Buckhorn Highschool
New Market, AL05.2010
Skills
- Aseptic techniques
- Critical thinking
- Sterile technique proficiency
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Equipment set up
- Basic life support
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Patient preparation
- Infection control protocols
- Leadership qualities
- Workplace safety
- Wound dressing
- Specimen collection
- Patient confidentiality
- Patient safety
- Physical stamina
- Dressing wounds
- Operating room procedures
- Surgical counts
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
MedStar Washington Hospital Center- Cardiac Rehabilitation
01.2023 - 12.2024
Surgical Technologist
Huntsville Hospital Main
01.2017 - Current
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Huntsville Hospital Main
09.2013 - 01.2017
Certificate - Surgical Technology
Huntsville Hospital School of Surgical Technology
High School Diploma -
Buckhorn Highschool
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