Nikisha Wharwood
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Proven Certified Surgical Technologist from New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center, adept in surgical instrument knowledge and demonstrating exceptional professionalism. Excelled in reducing surgery times and infection rates through efficient assistance and strict adherence to sterilization protocols. Mentored junior staff, enhancing team proficiency and patient safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center
2015.05 - Current
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the field of surgical technology, promoting professional growth among peers.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mercy Collage
Brooklyn, NYSurgical Technology
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY11.2014
Skills
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Safe sharps disposal
- Surgical equipment operation
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Sterile technique mastery
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Infection control protocols
- OB/GYN procedures
- Patient confidentiality
- Specimen Collection
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center
2015.05 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mercy Collage
Surgical Technology
Long Island University
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
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