Nicole Petit-Young
Cincinnati
Summary
Results-driven surgical professional known for strong attention to detail and adaptability. Proven track record of training staff and optimizing surgical procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols to enhance patient care.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Assistant
Mercy West Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
07.2014 - Current
- Team Lead General, Vascular, Plastic and Neuro surgery 2023-present
- Ensured adherence to sterile techniques and patient safety protocols throughout procedures.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to optimize workflow and enhance patient care during surgeries.
- Assisted surgeons in preparing and organizing surgical instruments and supplies.
- Trained new surgical assistants on best practices for instrument handling and operating room procedures.
- Contributed to the development of improved efficiency protocols within the operating room environment.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced turnaround time between surgeries, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
Surgical Technologist
UCMC Medical Center
Cincinnati, OH
02.1999 - 10.2017
- Specialty Technologist Transplant, Vascular, GYN, GU 2000-2007
- Assisted in maintaining sterile field during surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to anticipate needs, improving workflow and reducing procedure times.
- Prepared and organized surgical instruments, enhancing operational efficiency in the operating room.
- Trained new staff on best practices for instrument handling and sterilization techniques, fostering skill development.
- Implemented inventory management systems for surgical supplies, ensuring availability and minimizing waste.
- Developed training materials for ongoing staff education, promoting best practices in surgical technology procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
Surgical Assistant
Mercy Fairfield Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
02.2013 - 07.2014
- Weekend option: solo SA on staff every Saturday and Sunday 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Quickly responded to emergency situations while maintaining composure
- Able to adapt to rapidly changing situations during emergencies utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported any changes to the surgical team promptly.
- Assisted surgeons in preparing and organizing surgical instruments and supplies.
- Led post-operative care discussions, addressing patient concerns and ensuring thorough understanding of recovery instructions.
- Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
Surgical Assistant
St. Luke West (now St. Elizabeth)
Florence, KY
11.2007 - 03.2009
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
- Contributed to successful surgeries, anticipating surgeon needs and promptly delivering instruments.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Assisted surgeons in preparing and organizing surgical instruments and supplies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Mount St. Joseph University
Cincinnati, OH12-2016
Surgical Assisting Coursework - Surgical Assisting
NIFA @ Cincinnati State Technical And Community College
Cincinnati, OH06-2001
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Cincinnati State Technical And Community College
Cincinnati, OH04-1999
Skills
- Surgical equipment management
- Wound closure
- Tissue handling
- Suture mastery
- Laparoscopic procedures
- Anatomy and physiology
- Surgical workflow optimization
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Emergency response
- Patient safety
- Detail orientation
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability
- Communication skills
Timeline
Surgical Assistant
Mercy West Hospital
07.2014 - Current
Surgical Assistant
Mercy Fairfield Hospital
02.2013 - 07.2014
Surgical Assistant
St. Luke West (now St. Elizabeth)
11.2007 - 03.2009
Surgical Technologist
UCMC Medical Center
02.1999 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Mount St. Joseph University
Surgical Assisting Coursework - Surgical Assisting
NIFA @ Cincinnati State Technical And Community College
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Cincinnati State Technical And Community College