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Tamara Major

Pembroke Pines

Summary

Compassionate and detail-oriented nursing professional with a strong background in surgical technology and patient care. Experienced in high-pressured healthcare settings, including trauma, neurosurgery, and orthopedics with a commitment to providing safe, evidenced-based, and patient-centered care. Adept at critical thinking, advocating for patients, and ensuring optimal clinical outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Trauma Surgical Technologist

HCA Florida Aventura Hospital
03.2021 - Current
  • Specialize in Neurological and Ortho/Spine surgery, supporting procedures such as spinal fusions, craniotomies, laminectomies, and decompression surgeries.
  • Assist in high-acuity trauma and emergency surgeries, ensuring rapid response and surgical readiness.
  • Work closely with surgeons in Level II trauma cases, including motor vehicle accidents, penetrating injuries, and complex orthopedic procedures.
  • train and mentor new surgical technologists in trauma protocols and OR efficiency.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Yale New Heaven Hospital
09.2018 - 09.2020
  • Assisted in Level1 trauma procedures and life-threatening situations such as gun shot victims, motor vehicle accidents and brain aneurysms/clot evacuations
  • Effectively supported surgeons in fast-paced healthcare environments, resulting in better patient care and less pain medication post-surgery
  • Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures
  • Used diagnostic equipment and monitored patients during procedures using specialized machines
  • Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments
  • Trained new staff members on operating room procedures, OrthoTrauma procedures, and infection control


Certified Surgical Technologist

Middlesex Hospital
11.2015 - 09.2018
  • Prepared operating rooms and instrumentation in advance of planned surgeries
  • Anticipated the needs of the patient and surgeon intra-operatively and post operatively
  • Assisted doctors nurses and other operating room personnel during procedures
  • Assisted nurse with collecting/documenting specimens according to doctor's orders and facility's policy

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing
Pembroke Pines, FL
03-2025

Diploma - Surgical Technologist

Concorde Career College
Miami, FL
01.2015

Skills

  • Patient Assessment & Monitoring
  • Neurological & Ortho/Spine Surgery Support
  • Emergency & Trauma Response
  • Communication & Cultural Competency
  • Sterile Techniques
  • Critical thinking
  • Infection control protocols

Certification

  • Certified Through Commission On Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, American Heart Association
  • Certified American Heart Association BLS For Healthcare Providers (CPR And AED), American Heart Association
  • Certified in Blood Borne Pathogens HIV/AIDS, American Heart Association

Personal Information

Title: CST

Timeline

Certified Trauma Surgical Technologist

HCA Florida Aventura Hospital
03.2021 - Current

Certified Surgical Technologist

Yale New Heaven Hospital
09.2018 - 09.2020

Certified Surgical Technologist

Middlesex Hospital
11.2015 - 09.2018

Associate of Science - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing

Diploma - Surgical Technologist

Concorde Career College

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