Rosa Hernandez

• Provided wound care post-operatively to promote healing and reduce risk of infections.
• Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
• Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
• Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
• Prepared sterile solutions to support surgical processes and helped physicians scrub in for procedures.
• Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
• Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
• Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
• Played a key role in reducing OR turnaround time by implementing process improvements for equipment preparation and room cleanup procedures.
• Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
• Contributed to successful operations by assembling and organizing surgical equipment with precision.
• Maintained high infection control standards.
• Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
• Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
• Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
• Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
• Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
• Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
• Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
• Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
• Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
• Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
• Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
• Transported patients to and from surgeries to promote timely operating room turnover.
• Provided compassionate support to patients experiencing anxiety or discomfort prior to surgery, helping alleviate concerns while maintaining professionalism.
• Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Worked with a team made of Vascular Technologist, Nurse and Physician. Initial responsibilities where to prepare the suite and patients for Venous ablation using Aseptic Technique. the treatments are performed using Laser, Radio Frequensy, Sclerotherapy and Phlebectomy. The patient was given post operative instructions and follow up appointment.

Perform bi-weekly count fir supplies and maintain inventory for three offices.

Cleaned instruments and placed for sterilization cycle in autoclave.

• Provided wound care post-operatively to promote healing and reduce risk of infections.
• Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
• Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
• Maintained accurate records of surgical procedures and patient information, contributing to streamlined documentation and effective patient care.
• Prepared sterile solutions to support surgical processes and helped physicians scrub in for procedures.

• Responsible for prepping the OR room with the appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment according to case
• Assist the surgical team during operative procedures while following aseptic technique when setting up and opening sterile instruments.
• Glove and gown the Surgeon and first assistant
• Drape patient for surgical procedure
• Pass instruments to the Surgical team
• Prepared sterile solutions to support surgical processes and helped physicians scrub in for procedures.
• Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
• Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.

Assist with scrub procedures using aseptic technique, performed to understand anatomy and physiology, patient draping and medical terminology.

Worked as part of the surgical team and practice the skills as a Surgical Tech.

• Maintained accurate records of student hours, placements, evaluations, and other pertinent information in line with program requirements.
• Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.