Albert John Lindo

Provided concurrent locum anaesthetic nursing services across NHS and private sector, addressing adult and paediatric day cases as well as complex procedures including open-heart surgery and transplants.

Efficiently handled independent and collaborative anaesthetic nursing practice for high turnover day surgery cases.

Provided adult and paediatric ILS to ensure patient safety.

Performed independent sedation for day cases in compliance with SedateUK Framework.

Specialised in anaesthetic nursing practice for paediatric cardiac, spinal, EENT, gastro, colorectal, general, orthopaedic surgery, obstetrics and maternity.

Certified provider of ALS (Resus Council UK Advanced Life Support).

Certified provider of PILS (Resus Council UK Paediatric Intermediate Life Support).

Conducted audits on resuscitation practices, drug storage, and anaesthetic documentation.

Supported anaesthetic procedures across neurology, maxillofacial, thoracic, cardiac, and organ transplants.

• Assisted anaesthetists during complex and straightforward procedures in various specialities.
• Collaborated with lead anaesthetic practitioner to optimise management operations.

Oversaw resuscitation audits as Theatre Resuscitation Officer and represented department at local meetings.

Coordinated flu vaccination information and administration schedules with Infection Nurse/team during winter months.

Maintained compliance with operational standards through thorough audits and collaborative efforts.

Ensured seamless staffing and interview processes in lead practitioner's absence.

Enhanced operational effectiveness by overseeing charge experience in multiple recovery units.

Optimised resource allocation by coordinating necessary staffing amendments in various specialties.

Conducted daily and weekly equipment checks to ensure operational readiness of six-bed Recovery Unit.

Administered post-surgery care by completing checks, providing medications, and confirming discharge criteria.

Participated in clinical audits, including Pain, WHO, and Infection audits for quality improvement.

Certified ALS provider, enhancing emergency response capabilities within the unit.

Initiated pre-operative care and checklists for paediatric orthopaedic and spinal surgeries.

Conducted routine post-operative assessments, prioritising circulatory and neurovascular observations.

Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on pain management, mobility, and physiotherapy needs.

Facilitated and clarified nurse consents for treatment cycles.

Assisted doctors with viability, down regulation, and follicle tracking scans.

Conducted phlebotomy for baseline and virology records.

Oversaw patient care following egg collection, embryo transfer, and surgical sperm collection.

Oversaw patient care following anaesthetist handover and conducted ABCDE assessments.

Administered appropriate analgesia to optimise pain management for patients.

Managed Patient Controlled Analgesia pumps and infusion devices, educating staff on usage.

Assisted Senior Staff Nurses in establishing Paravertebral and Epidural Blocks.

Documented changes in patient conditions while maintaining confidentiality standards.

Managed patient admissions, incorporating comprehensive risk assessments.

Conducted necessary diagnostics as requested by anaesthetist or surgeon prior to surgery.

Facilitated second-stage recovery to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Initiated nurse-led discharge processes and community referrals to enhance continuity of care.

Demonstrated competence in IV administration, cannulation, and venepuncture.

Exhibited proficiency in pumps and infusions management.

Oversaw admissions for paediatric patients, ensuring collection of all required treatment records.

Delivered patient-centred care focused on unique needs of infants and children.

Collaborated with medical professionals to create customised care strategies.

Implemented emergency care measures, including infant resuscitation and advanced life support.