Tonia Lundi
Jefferson,OH
Summary
At TriPoint Medical Center, I excelled in optimizing operating room efficiency and patient safety, showcasing my expertise in sterile technique and compassionate care. My proactive collaboration and time management led to significant improvements in surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction, embodying teamwork and advanced surgical support skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
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Cross Country Healthcare
Baton Rouge, LA
07.2021 - 12.2022
Surgical Assistant
TriPoint Medical Center
Concord, NH
06.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
- Contributed to successful surgeries, anticipating surgeon needs and promptly delivering instruments.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing precise surgical assistance during various procedures.
- Reduced post-operative complications through thorough wound care and dressing application.
- Streamlined communication between surgeons and nurses to promote teamwork and efficient operations.
- Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.
- Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgeries with efficient room turnover times.
- Enhanced surgical efficiency with diligent preparation and organization of operating rooms.
- Contributed to team efforts in achieving accreditation standards, demonstrating excellence in surgical support services.
- Contributed to significant reduction in surgery times by efficiently organizing operating rooms for optimal workflow.
- Maintained strict adherence to health and safety protocols, significantly reducing post-operative infection rates.
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TriPoint Medical Center
Concord, OH
06.2024 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
- Ensured proper documentation of all relevant information during each stage of the surgical process for accurate record keeping.
- Optimized efficiency within the operating room by managing supplies inventory and maintaining appropriate stocking levels.
- Contributed to successful surgeries with efficient preparation, organization, and management of operating rooms.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
- Improved communication among surgical team members by actively participating in preoperative briefings and debriefings.
- Mentored new staff members on safe practices within the operating room setting, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care before, during, and after surgeries.
- Assisted surgeons in performing complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to expand knowledge of current best practices in RN Circulator roles.
- Facilitated seamless transitions from preoperative to post-anesthesia recovery units by communicating effectively with other healthcare professionals.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met while respecting individual preferences.
- Consistently demonstrated compliance with all relevant regulatory standards, including HIPAA, OSHA, and infection prevention protocols.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
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Cincinnati, OH
01.2023 - 05.2024
Education
Certificate - Surgical Assistant
Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting
Nashville, TNAssociate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Kent State University
Kent, OH12.2007
Skills
- Operating room etiquette
- Patient safety
- Preoperative preparation
- Sterile technique
- Surgical equipment
- Compassionate care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
Timeline
Surgical Assistant
TriPoint Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
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TriPoint Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
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01.2023 - 05.2024
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Cross Country Healthcare
07.2021 - 12.2022
Certificate - Surgical Assistant
Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Kent State University