Tona Smith
Summary
Dedicated and experienced surgical professional with a progressive career from surgical technologist to perioperative nurse, demonstrating a strong commitment to fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams in the operating room. Exceptional communication and teamwork skills drive a passion for delivering outstanding patient care and ensuring safety for patients and their families. Proficient in technical problem-solving and maintaining rigorous quality standards, with emerging expertise in specialized operating room equipment. A steadfast advocate for patient and family needs, consistently collaborating with various disciplines to promote a healing environment and achieve exceptional patient outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
United States Navy
04.2017 - 12.2020
- Assisted surgeons in surgical procedures including general, neurology, gynecology/labor, orthopedic and ENT surgeries.
- Retrieving contaminated supplies from medical facilities, maintaining the inventory of sterile equipment and preparing sterile equipment on instrument trays for surgeons and other medical professionals.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Halifax Medical Center
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted surgeons in surgical procedures including general, neurology, gynecology/labor, orthopedic and ENT surgeries.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Baptist Medical Center
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Assist Surgeon with C-sections, tubal, and vaginal deliveries.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
Operating Room Staff Registered Nurse
HCA Memorial Hospital
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Perform all perioperative task; pre-op interview/education, patient positioning/surgical prep, perioperative circulator task, and post-op transfer.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Operating Room Staff Registered Nurse
Tampa General
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse
INOVA Alexandria
09.2025 - Current
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Collected, labeled, and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and administered medications per physician orders or good practices.
- Provided instruction to patients and family members before and after surgical procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Chamberlain University
Jacksonville, Florida09.2023
Surgical Technologist Program - undefined
United States of Navy
04.2017
Skills
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Red Cross
- Pediatric Advances Life Support (PALS) American Heart Association
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Apex Innovations
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Certified surgical technologist (CST)
Timeline
Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse
INOVA Alexandria
09.2025 - Current
Operating Room Staff Registered Nurse
Tampa General
10.2024 - 08.2025
Operating Room Staff Registered Nurse
HCA Memorial Hospital
10.2023 - 09.2024
Certified Surgical Technologist
Baptist Medical Center
11.2021 - 07.2023
Certified Surgical Technologist
Halifax Medical Center
03.2021 - 10.2021
Certified Surgical Technologist
United States Navy
04.2017 - 12.2020
Surgical Technologist Program - undefined
United States of Navy
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Chamberlain University
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- United States Navy | Main Operating Room/ Labor and Delivery | Surgical Technologist in
- Department of Defense | San Antonio Training Medical Facilities | Operating Rooms/Sterile Processing Department/ Labor and Delivery
- Halifax Medical Center | Main Operating Room | Surgical Technologist
- Baptist Medical Center | Main Operating Room/ Labor and Delivery | Surgical Technologist
- HCA Memorial Hospital | Main Operating Room | Registered Nurse
- Tampa General Hospital | Main operating Room | Registered Nurse
- Inova Alexandria Hospital | Main Operating Room | Registered Nurse