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Kristen Gross
Mount Holly
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Surgical Technologist
Advocate Health Care
01.2018 - Current
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards during procedures.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to streamline patient preparation processes.
- Mentored junior surgical technologists on best practices and efficient workflows.
- Improved inventory management for surgical supplies, reducing waste and ensuring availability.
- Advocated for process improvements to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Novant Health Southpark Surgery Center
08.2010 - 12.2017
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards during procedures.
- Improved inventory management for surgical supplies, reducing waste and ensuring availability.
- Operating room competencies and CPR certification kept current and up to date.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
Surgical Technologist
Carolinas Medical Center
12.1997 - 08.2010
- Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for procedures, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety protocols.
- Trained new surgical technologists on best practices, emphasizing safety standards and procedural accuracy.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Operating room competencies and CPR certification kept current and up to date.
Education
Surgical Technology Program -
Carolina College of Health and Science
01.1997
General Classes - undefined
CPCC
01.1996
High School Diploma - undefined
Harry P. Harding High School
01.1994
Skills
- Professionalism and ethics
- Patient confidentiality
- Work prioritization
- Supply management
- Inventory management
- OR preparation
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Interests
Timeline
Certified Surgical Technologist
Advocate Health Care
01.2018 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Novant Health Southpark Surgery Center
08.2010 - 12.2017
Surgical Technologist
Carolinas Medical Center
12.1997 - 08.2010
General Classes - undefined
CPCC
High School Diploma - undefined
Harry P. Harding High School
Surgical Technology Program -
Carolina College of Health and Science