Natalie Renn Schmidt
Sierra Vista,AZ
Summary
Encouraging Program Director and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent student. Relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated and highly skilled to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scrub Technician IV
Canyon Vista Medical Center
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Reduced surgery time, ensuring quick instrument turnover through efficient organization and preparation.
- Enhanced surgical efficiency by maintaining a sterile environment and organizing surgical equipment for easy access.
- Ensured smooth operation of surgical procedures, collaborating closely with the surgical team and adhering to strict protocols.
- Completed extensive training on new medical devices to ensure seamless integration into current procedures without compromising patient care quality.
President
Natalie’s Pink Bags
07.2019 - 07.2024
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
- Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Clinical Instructor Surgical Technology
Moore Tech College of
01.2016 - 02.2021
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Increased student confidence by offering one-on-one tutoring sessions for those struggling with specific concepts or skills.
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
- Improved student performance with regular assessments and feedback on their clinical skills and knowledge.
Director of Clinical Services Surgical Technology
The Bryman School
07.2006 - 09.2014
- Improved interdisciplinary collaboration, fostering strong working relationships among medical professionals for optimal student outcomes.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing community outreach efforts, increasing visibility and reputation within the local market as well as beyond.
- Managed financial resources efficiently, optimizing budgets for maximum service delivery without compromising patient care quality.
- Collaborated effectively with other organizational leaders on cross-functional projects, further improving overall service offerings available to patients and their families.
- Evaluated program performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes in a timely manner.
- Oversaw recruitment efforts to attract top talent in the field, contributing to a highly skilled workforce capable of delivering excellent patient care services.
- Fostered an inclusive work environment that valued diversity, leading to increased employee satisfaction and engagement levels.
National Corporate Trainer Surgical Technology
High. Tech Institute, Corporate
03.2004 - 07.2006
- Created training programs and instructional materials to further educate personnel.
- Delivered impactful presentations at industry conferences, raising brand awareness while sharing best practices with peers.
- Developed effective training manuals, modules and teaching aids.
- Improved employee retention rates with ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated with subject matter experts to ensure training material accuracy and relevance.
- Led cross-functional training initiatives, bridging knowledge gaps across departments.
- Reduced training costs without compromising quality by optimizing resource allocation.
- Facilitated workshops on advanced communication skills, enhancing team collaboration.
- Streamlined compliance training, ensuring all employees were up-to-date with regulatory requirements.
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
- Identified staff with specific skill sets to for promotions or raises, increasing internal employee retention 36 %,
- Reviewed competency of teaching faculty
- Developed training programs to meet company objectives.
- campus addressing students concerns as deemed as necessary
- actively listening resulting in immediate action
- Worked with vendors to customize courseware to accommodate the immediate needs of 17 campuses
- Supported company growth by designing targeted training programs for new hires
- Conducted evaluations and observed employee performance to identify areas of needed improvement.
- Developed engaging and entertaining presentations to maintain employee attention and improve impact of training.
- Supervised a team of trainers, providing guidance on instructional design techniques and delivery methods that maximized learner outcomes.
- Monitored compliance with mandatory training requirements, reducing regulatory risks for the organization.
- Collaborated with management to identify company training needs and scheduling.
- Collaborated with department managers to identify skill gaps and develop tailored training solutions.
- Monitored employee progress and gave feedback to management and additional training requirements.
- Enhanced corporate culture by conducting team-building activities and workshops.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided actionable feedback for improvement, leading to higher overall success rates.
Senior Scrub Technician L&D
Kaiser Permanente, Sacramento Medical Center
04.2000 - 09.2002
- Increased patient satisfaction, demonstrating empathy and professionalism while addressing concerns or answering questions pre-and postoperation.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere, fostering strong communication among surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Displayed exceptional attention to detail when preparing patients for surgery, including positioning them correctly on the operating table and applying sterile drapes as required.
- Promoted adherence to infection control policies through thorough decontamination of operating rooms after each procedure.
Education
Diploma Surgical Technology - Surgical Technology
High Tech Institute
Sacramento, CA09.1997
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
High Tech Institute
Nashville, TN05.2004
Skills
- Organizational leadership
- Strategic planning
- Operational excellence
- Project management
- Event planning
- Strategic Creativity
- Income Increase Initiatives
- Strategic Program Supervision
- Strategic Program Management
- Compliance Management
- Collaborative Team Leadership
- Team Empowerment
- Collaborative Decision-Making
- Sustainable Development Initiatives
- Optimized Resource Allocation
- Diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Organizational Change Management
- Mentorship and Coaching
- Engaging Leadership Style
- Integrity and ethics
- Revenue generation
- Contract management
- Revenue growth
- Media relations
- Brand management
- Financial leadership
- Business administration
- Marketing expertise
- Social media proficiency
Accomplishments
- Implemented a mentorship program that improves employee retention rates by 10% and fostered a stronger company culture
- Gained a reputation for working well on a team receiving a Team Player award
- Hosted networking events that increased membership and promoted community engagement
Entrusted to work and uphold protocol within corporate office among high level executives
- Increased program retention by 47%
- Developed clinical sites at an extraordinary rate, gaining more than a 78% increase
- Increased efficiency by reducing the amount of time between classes this resulted in an increase of 30% retention rate per student attending a full day of instruction
- Broadened and maintained an extensive network of contacts and clients
- Supervised team of 12 staff members
- Trained 5 new team members,saving 2 hours per week - 30% faster than before
- Received The Congress Recognition Award for providing support and assistance to women in need
- Launched first volunteer program resulting in an substantial increase of 45% of student engagement and participation
- Managed an additional 12 programs providing support and training, implemented additional services to continually and efficiently improve performance increase overall student outcomes
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Arizona Driver's License
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- NCCT National Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Scrub Technician IV
Canyon Vista Medical Center
11.2024 - 01.2025
President
Natalie’s Pink Bags
07.2019 - 07.2024
Clinical Instructor Surgical Technology
Moore Tech College of
01.2016 - 02.2021
Director of Clinical Services Surgical Technology
The Bryman School
07.2006 - 09.2014
National Corporate Trainer Surgical Technology
High. Tech Institute, Corporate
03.2004 - 07.2006
Senior Scrub Technician L&D
Kaiser Permanente, Sacramento Medical Center
04.2000 - 09.2002
Diploma Surgical Technology - Surgical Technology
High Tech Institute
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
High Tech Institute
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Arizona Driver's License
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- NCCT National Certified Surgical Technologist
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