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Nicole Misejka

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Summary

Surgical professional with solid background in supporting complex surgical procedures and ensuring operational efficiency. Known for collaborative teamwork and achieving optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments. Reliable and adaptable with strong skills in sterile techniques and patient interaction.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Surgical Technologist

Wexford Hospital
04.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in preparing and sterilizing surgical instruments for various procedures.
  • Maintained sterile environment and adhered to infection control protocols during surgeries.
  • Organized and managed surgical supplies, ensuring availability throughout procedures.
  • Trained new staff on proper techniques for instrument handling and preparation processes.
  • Participated in quality assurance initiatives, enhancing procedural accuracy and compliance standards.
  • Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.

Surgical Technologist

Allegheny Health Network
07.2023 - 04.2025
  • With being a Community hospital, I took the job as a senior tech and have been developing and learning more about the procedures and surgeon every day. I was brought to maintain a sterile field and assist the surgeon in the surgery. Assisting mainly in orthopedics, I am still learning the other services as well.

Surgical Technologist

Maxim Healthcare
05.2022 - 07.2023
  • Being a travel surgical technician, I been to many different hospitals helping out with staffing while still maintaining and doing my job. Maintaining sterile conditions and doing all the job duties a technician is supposed to do I learned many different surgeries.

Surgical Technology

UPMC St Margret Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • With being a Community hospital, I took the job as a senior tech and have been developing and learning more about the procedures and surgeon every day. I was brought to maintain a sterile field and assist the surgeon in the surgery. Assisting mainly in orthopedics, I am still learning the other services as well.

Surgical Technology

Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh
01.2016 - 01.2022
  • With being a Level 1 trauma hospital, I got the job right out of college and have been developing and learning more about the procedures and surgeon every day for 4 years. I was brought to maintain a sterile field and assist the surgeon in the surgery.
  • I assist in multi-specialty surgical procedures including Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, General, and others.
  • I maintain inventory of implants and other consumables and process supplies for the next day
  • I train new staff to ensure their ability to perform the certain job duties for complicated procedures and other operating room related task.
  • I set up demonstrations for other coworkers for the proper use of equipment, instruments and loaner sets.

Education

Technical Certification - Orthopedic Biologics and Regenerative Medicine

Medical Sales College
Denver, Colorado
01.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Pittsburgh Career Institute
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
03-2016

Skills

  • Aseptic techniques
  • Critical thinking
  • Sterile technique proficiency
  • Setting up and operating equipment
  • Surgical assistance
  • Equipment set up
  • Basic life support
  • Leadership qualities

Timeline

Surgical Technologist

Wexford Hospital
04.2025 - Current

Surgical Technologist

Allegheny Health Network
07.2023 - 04.2025

Surgical Technologist

Maxim Healthcare
05.2022 - 07.2023

Surgical Technology

UPMC St Margret Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2022

Surgical Technology

Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh
01.2016 - 01.2022

Technical Certification - Orthopedic Biologics and Regenerative Medicine

Medical Sales College

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Pittsburgh Career Institute
Nicole Misejka