Shaunte White
Sun City,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic Sterile Processing Technician eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of a variety of sterilization techniques and training in Manual dexterity and the ability to handle fragile equipment. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Sterile Processing.
Overview
1
1
years of professional experience
Work History
Instrument Technician
Sterile Processing Services Of America
Long Beach, CA
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization
- Recorded biologicals and test results
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction
Patient Care Assistant
Loma Linda Medical Center-Murrieta
Murrieta , CA
12.2019 - Current
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Met with patients and families to discuss care and plan of action for future.
- Able to work independently with out supervision.
- Can take care of 0-20 patients
- Assisted nursing staff with respiratory, cardiopulmonary and physical therapies
- Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs
- Coached patients and caregivers on treatment processes, hospital policies, medication hazards, specific diets and doctor advice
- Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being
IHSS Care Provider
County Of Riverside In-Home Supportive Services
Hemet, CA
07.2013 - Current
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition
Education
No Degree - Sterile Processing Distribution Technician
Southern California Regional Occupational Center
Torrance, CA08.2022
No Degree - Nursing Assistance
Universal Nursing System Inc.
San Bernardino, CA11.2001
High School Diploma -
Fontana High School
Fontana, CA06.1996
Skills
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Intercultural Competence
- Willingness to Learn
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Safety Management
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Safety protocols expertise
- Patient confidentiality
- Infection control protocols
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Assembling case carts
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Computerized tracking
- Case cart assembly
- Sterilization procedures
Additional Information
- Current Basic Life Support-BLS
- Completion of 400hrs. hands-on experience
Timeline
Instrument Technician
Sterile Processing Services Of America
08.2021 - 03.2022
Patient Care Assistant
Loma Linda Medical Center-Murrieta
12.2019 - Current
IHSS Care Provider
County Of Riverside In-Home Supportive Services
07.2013 - Current
No Degree - Sterile Processing Distribution Technician
Southern California Regional Occupational Center
No Degree - Nursing Assistance
Universal Nursing System Inc.
High School Diploma -
Fontana High School