STEPHANIE JENSEN
HOOPER,Utah
Summary
Driven Surgical Technologist offering 20 years' experience in ambulatory and hospital settings. Well-versed in robotic, general surgery and urology surgery procedures. Proven leader and instrumental in developing the Davinci Robotic program and educating staff on new policies, procedures and equipment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Holy Cross Davis-Hospital
02.2003 - Current
- Lead Davinci Robotic Technician 2012-2021
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, robotic, urology and surgery procedures.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
CNA
Apple Village Assisted Living
01.2000 - 02.2003
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology
Davis Applied Technology College
Kaysville, UT03.2003
High School Diploma -
Beaver High School
Beaver, UT05.1998
Skills
- Supervising or Activities
- Proper Specimen Disposal
- Suturing
- Aseptic and Sterilization Techniques
Understands
- Basic Life Support
- Preparing for Surgeries
- Pre- and Post-Surgical Counts
- Surgical Team Scrubbing
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Holy Cross Davis-Hospital
02.2003 - Current
CNA
Apple Village Assisted Living
01.2000 - 02.2003
Surgical Technologist - Surgical Technology
Davis Applied Technology College
High School Diploma -
Beaver High School
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