TUQUANIA EDWARDS
Passionate Healthcare Professional Seeking To Join A Dedicated Team To Help The Community/world Stay Sterilized. I'm Offering Skills In Sterile Processing And Patient Care Services.
Hackensack,NJ
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Sterile processor position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Central Sterile Processing Technician
Valley Hospital
Ridgewood, NJ
01.2023 - Current
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
Direct Support Professional
Bethesda Lutheran Services
Oakland, NJ
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Rehabilitation Assistant
Kessler Rehabilitation
Saddle Brook, NJ
10.2006 - 01.2020
- Performed treatment procedures to improve patient's functioning.
- Prepared patients for treatment by positioning, dressing or removing external supports.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eastside High School
Paterson, NJ 09.1996 - 07.2000
Associate of Science -
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ 01.2020 - 04.2023
No Degree - Clinical Rotation in Sterile Processing (IAHCSMM)
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ 05.2001 -
Skills
Case cart assembly
Sterilization procedures
Decontaminating surgical instruments
Completing diagnostic tests
Recording biologicals
Diagnostic Testing
Infection control protocols
Safety protocols expertise
Timeline
Central Sterile Processing Technician
Valley Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Associate of Science -
Bergen Community College
01.2020 - 04.2023
Direct Support Professional
Bethesda Lutheran Services
05.2019 - 01.2021
Rehabilitation Assistant
Kessler Rehabilitation
10.2006 - 01.2020
No Degree - Clinical Rotation in Sterile Processing (IAHCSMM)
Bergen Community College
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Eastside High School
09.1996 - 07.2000