Cst Sugical Tech
Resume:
NICOLAS JOHN LUPO, CST
*** ****** **** ******, *********, LA 70508
786-***-**** ***************@*****.***
CERTIFIED SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
Certified Surgical Technologist with an Associate of Science in Surgical Technology and hands-on experience in hospital and ambulatory surgery settings. Experienced across multiple surgical specialties, including General Surgery, OB/GYN, Urology, ENT, Orthopedics, Maxillofacial, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Endoscopy, and Robotic Surgery. Proven ability to maintain sterile technique, anticipate surgical team needs, manage instruments and supplies, support efficient room turnover, and remain focused in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Former television photojournalist with over 20 years in high-stakes, deadline-driven environments, bringing calm and focus to the operating room.
CORE SURGICAL SKILLS
● Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
● Sterile & Aseptic Technique
● Surgical Instrumentation
● Surgical Supplies & Equipment
● Operating Room Preparation
● Surgical Counts
● Specimen Handling
● Room Turnover & Workflow Efficiency
● Infection Prevention & Safety
● Surgical Team Support
● Anticipation of Surgeon Needs
● Multi-Specialty OR Experience
● Robotic Surgery / Da Vinci
● Endoscopic Procedures
● Fast-Paced Surgical Environments
PROFESSIONAL SURGICAL EXPERIENCE
NEW IBERIA SURGERY CENTER — New Iberia, LA
Surgical Technologist (CST) April 2026 – Present
● Provide scrub support for a broad range of surgical procedures while maintaining a safe, organized, and sterile operating environment.
● Prepare operating rooms, surgical instruments, equipment, supplies, and sterile fields according to procedure requirements.
● Maintain strict sterile and aseptic technique throughout surgical procedures and promptly identify potential breaks in sterile technique.
● Anticipate the needs of surgeons and surgical team members and provide appropriate instruments, supplies, and equipment throughout procedures.
● Support efficient room turnover and workflow while adhering to facility safety, infection prevention, and surgical policies.
● Manage surgical instruments and supplies, including appropriate handling, organization, storage, and preparation.
● Cross-trained across multiple surgical services and demonstrate flexibility in supporting changing procedural needs.
● Surgical specialty experience includes General Surgery, OB/GYN, Urology, ENT, Orthopedics, Maxillofacial, Plastic
& Reconstructive Surgery, and Endoscopic Procedures. OCHSNER UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL & CLINICS — Lafayette, LA Surgical Technologist (CST) May 2025 – April 2026
● Provided surgical technologist support across a high-volume hospital operating room environment.
● Maintained sterile fields and consistently applied aseptic technique throughout surgical procedures.
● Prepared and organized surgical instruments, equipment, supplies, and operating rooms based on procedure-specific requirements.
● Anticipated the needs of surgeons and other members of the surgical team to promote safe and efficient procedures.
● Assisted with room turnover and maintained organized surgical environments to support efficient OR operations.
● Followed established hospital safety, infection prevention, and sterile processing policies, ensuring compliance with all protocols to maintain patient safety and support surgical team standards.
● Cross-trained across multiple surgical specialties and adapted effectively to varying procedures and surgical teams.
● Surgical specialty experience included General Surgery, OB/GYN, Urology, ENT, Orthopedics, Maxillofacial, Plastic
& Reconstructive Surgery, and Endoscopic Procedures. CLINICAL SURGICAL EXPERIENCE
MICHAEL E. DEBAKEY VA MEDICAL CENTER — Houston, TX Surgical Technology Clinical Experience May 2024 – March 2025
● Completed 162 surgical cases across multiple specialties in a hospital operating room environment.
● Gained experience with General Surgery, OB/GYN, Urology, ENT, Orthopedics, Maxillofacial, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Endoscopy, and Robotic Surgery.
● Developed hands-on experience with the Da Vinci Robotic Surgical System.
● Maintained sterile fields and applied proper aseptic technique throughout procedures.
● Prepared and managed surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies according to procedural requirements.
● Followed established safety and infection prevention protocols and supported efficient OR workflow.
● Demonstrated adaptability while working with different surgeons, procedures, and surgical teams. MEMORIAL HERMANN SURGERY CENTER — Memorial City, Houston, TX Surgical Technology Clinical Experience March 2025 – May 2025
● Completed 48 surgical cases across multiple surgical specialties.
● Supported procedures involving General Surgery, OB/GYN, Urology, ENT, Orthopedics, Maxillofacial, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Endoscopy, and Robotic Surgery.
● Maintained sterile technique and an organized operating room environment throughout procedures.
● Assisted with surgical instrumentation, supplies, and equipment while following established safety protocols.
● Identified and addressed potential breaks in sterile technique to help maintain patient safety. EDUCATION
Associate of Science — Surgical Technology
The College of Health Care Professions 2025
Associate of Science — Communications, Film & Television Palm Beach State College 2002
Bachelor of Arts Coursework — Communications, Public Relations & Advertising Lynn University 2002 – 2004
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE
● Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
● BLS / CPR Certification
● FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate 2021
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
FOX NEWS — Houston, TX
News Photographer March 2023 – January 2024
● Worked in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments requiring exceptional attention to detail, communication, and situational awareness.
● Coordinated with reporters, producers, and field personnel during breaking news and scheduled assignments.
● Operated and maintained professional audio/visual equipment in high-pressure environments. KPRC CHANNEL 2 — Houston, TX
Promotions Producer / Federal Drone Pilot & Photojournalist 2020 – 2022
● Coordinated complex projects involving multiple departments and external organizations.
● Served as an on-site company liaison while managing time-sensitive assignments and communications.
● Recognized for outstanding achievement as a new employee. WPLG-TV — Miami, FL
Interim Chief Photographer / Investigative Photojournalist 2014 – 2018
● Led a team of approximately 25 photographers and photojournalists, managing daily assignments, scheduling, and equipment resources.
● Worked in high-pressure environments requiring rapid decision-making, attention to detail, and effective communication.
● Received two Suncoast Emmy Awards for investigative crime photojournalism and reporting. ADDITIONAL MEDIA EXPERIENCE
WSVN-TV — Miami, FL Public Relations & Special Projects Photojournalist CBS 12 WPEC — West Palm Beach, FL Public Relations & Special Projects Photojournalist AWARDS & PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
● Two Suncoast Emmy Awards — Investigative Crime Photojournalism & Reporting
● Outstanding Achievement Recognition — New Employee, 2021
● FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot
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