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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Nicole Peterson

Nicole Peterson

Summary

With 22 year track record of a CST, I excel in surgical instrument management and inspiring leadership. My expertise in maintaining sterility and training staff on robotic surgeries has significantly enhanced operational efficiency and patient care. I'm recognized for my ability to foster professional growth and ensure procedural readiness.

Certified Surgical Technician with strong background in surgical procedures and patient care. Known for exceptional teamwork and adaptability in high-pressure environments, ensuring smooth operations and optimal outcomes. Expertise in sterilization techniques, instrument handling, and maintaining sterile fields. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with surgical teams and respond to changing needs swiftly.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Surgical Technician

Saint Joseph Hospital
08.2022 - Current
  • Minimized potential infections by maintaining cleanliness and sterilization of operating rooms before and after each surgery.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues across various departments.
  • Assisted in complex surgeries through effective communication and collaboration with the surgical team.
  • Optimized procedure scheduling by coordinating closely with administrative staff to ensure timely access for patients needing surgery.
  • Completed continued education units yearly to stay up to date on surgical technology and meet organizational requirements.
  • Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
  • Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
  • 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.

Robotic Coordinator, CST

North Suburban Medical Center
07.2019 - 01.2023
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents, in robotic cases.
  • Conducted ongoing reviews of program financial systems to assess cost control measures.
  • Trained team members on robotic surgeries.
  • Collaborated with surgeons
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Served as a preceptor for surgical technologists students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to trauma patients.

Robotic Coordinator, CST

Round Rock Medical Center
10.2018 - 07.2019
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Improved robotic productivity by recruiting new surgeons.
  • Gathered and organized materials to robotic surgeries.
  • Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with increase of robotic surgeries.
  • Trained staff on robotic surgeries.
  • Collaborated with Central Supply on ordering instrumentation and maintaining supplies.
  • Collaborated with SPD for new instruments sets.

Robotic Coordinator, CST

Cedar Park Regional Medical Center
11.2016 - 10.2018
  • Enhanced doctor satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns about robotic surgeries.
  • Trained new staff on robotic surgeries.
  • Updated and created new preference cards for physicians.
  • Ordered supplies and maintained inventory.
  • Maintained sterile field.
  • Scrubbed multiple specialties
  • Intuitive training with physicians

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Concordia University Previously Platt College
Greenwood Village, CO
06-2025

Diploma - Surgical Technology

Concorde Career College
Aurora, CO
05-2002

Skills

  • Surgical Instrument Management
  • Proficient in Equipment Operation
  • Inspiring Leadership
  • Proper Sharps Disposal
  • Expertise in Patient Positioning Techniques
  • Surgical Procedure Readiness
  • Sterility Assurance Procedures
  • Pre- and Post-Operative Count Management
  • Dressing Application Skills
  • Suture handling
  • Operating Room Procedures
  • Anatomical Structure Expertise
  • Compassionate Patient Support

Accomplishments

  • Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
  • Attended multiple robotic training with physicians.
  • Robotic coordinator training.

Affiliations

  • Association of Surgical Technologist

Certification

  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.

Timeline

Certified Surgical Technician

Saint Joseph Hospital
08.2022 - Current

Robotic Coordinator, CST

North Suburban Medical Center
07.2019 - 01.2023

Robotic Coordinator, CST

Round Rock Medical Center
10.2018 - 07.2019

Robotic Coordinator, CST

Cedar Park Regional Medical Center
11.2016 - 10.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Concordia University Previously Platt College

Diploma - Surgical Technology

Concorde Career College

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