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Breanna Espenship

Pikeville

Summary

Focused Surgical Technologist Student with hands-on experience in maintaining sterile environment, handling surgical instruments, and aiding surgeries. Possess strong knowledge of medical terminology and surgical procedures, coupled with effective communication skills to work well in high-stress situations. Demonstrated ability to adhere to strict protocols for patient safety and comfort. Committed to continuous learning and growth within field.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Surgical Technologist Student

Park Ridge East
Chattanooga
01.2026 - Current
  • Assisted surgical teams in preparing operating rooms for procedures.
  • Maintained and organized surgical instruments and supplies for efficient access.
  • Sterilized surgical equipment following established safety protocols.
  • Maintained sterile field during surgical procedures by passing instruments to surgeon.
  • Ensured that all specimens were labeled correctly and safely transported to the laboratory for analysis.

Anticipate surgeons needs

  • Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while performing duties in the OR suite.
  • Set up OR tables with appropriate instrumentation based on individual surgeon preferences.
  • Provided technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses or anesthesiologists.
  • Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.

Certified Nursing Assistant

NHC Nursing Home
Dunlap
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Supported patients during meals and ensured proper nutrition intake.
  • Maintained cleanliness of resident rooms and common areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to provide compassionate patient care.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.

Education

Surgical Technology

TCAT Upper Cumberland
Crossville, TN
07.2025 - 04.2026

Bledsoe County High School
Pikeville, TN

Skills

  • Surgical techniques
  • Patient care
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Infection control
  • Surgical procedures
  • Can preform first and second scrub roles in procedures including labor and delivery, general, GYN, ortho, laparoscopic procedures as well as robotics
  • Can anticipate the surgeons needs
  • Aseptic and sterilization techniques
  • Setting up and operating equipment
  • Patient positioning expertise
  • Patient safety
  • Can communicate strongly with team members
  • Can work fast in pressured environments and adapt quickly to different types of cases and surgeon preferences

Accomplishments

  • A Honor Roll
    Perfect attendance

Timeline

Surgical Technologist Student

Park Ridge East
01.2026 - Current

Surgical Technology

TCAT Upper Cumberland
07.2025 - 04.2026

Certified Nursing Assistant

NHC Nursing Home
04.2024 - 07.2024

Bledsoe County High School
Breanna Espenship