YADIRA CRISOSTOMO
Lagrange,GA
Summary
Assisted in various surgical services roles, focusing on supporting quality and efficiency. Earned NCCT certification in surgical technology. Promoting patient safety in every aspect.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Lancaster General Health Penn Medicine
Lancaster, PA
12.2025 - 06.2026
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments and equipment for procedures.
- Maintained sterile field and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with surgical team to facilitate efficient workflow during surgeries.
- Monitored inventory levels of surgical supplies and equipment.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Patient Care Technician
Lancaster General Health Penn Medicine
Lancaster, PA
05.2022 - 12.2025
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks and activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Supported patients in personal hygiene, mobility, and comfort needs.
- Supported postoperative care, aiding in patient recovery and reducing hospital stay duration.
Nursing Assistant
Penn State Health Holy Spirit Hospital
Camp Hill, PA
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted patients in preparing for surgeries by obtaining vital signs and prepping surgical sites with antiseptic solutions and shaving as necessary.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring glucose levels and INR readings while addressing patient needs.
- Helped patients in recovery by assisting them in dressing and preparing for discharge or transfer to other units.
Patient Care Assistant
Lancaster General Hospital
Lancaster, PA
09.2014 - 12.2020
- Assisted patients in preparing for surgeries by obtaining vital signs and prepping surgical sites with antiseptic solutions and shaving as necessary.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring glucose levels and INR readings while addressing patient needs.
- Helped patients in recovery by assisting them in dressing and preparing for discharge or transfer to other units.
Education
GED -
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Lancaster, PAAssociate of Science -
MedCerts
Lancaster, PA12.2025
Skills
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on priorities
- Collaborated effectively within teams to achieve project goals
- Organized time efficiently to meet deadlines and enhance productivity
- Facilitated clear communication among team members to support project objectives
- Adapted quickly to new information and processes to enhance learning
- Communicated fluently in two languages to engage diverse audiences
- Applied aseptic and sterile techniques to ensure patient safety
- Handled surgical instruments with precision to support surgical teams
- Streamlined perioperative workflow to improve operational efficiency
Certification
- TS- C - Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Lancaster General Health Penn Medicine
12.2025 - 06.2026
Patient Care Technician
Lancaster General Health Penn Medicine
05.2022 - 12.2025
Nursing Assistant
Penn State Health Holy Spirit Hospital
12.2020 - 05.2022
Patient Care Assistant
Lancaster General Hospital
09.2014 - 12.2020
GED -
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Associate of Science -
MedCerts