Charles Lim
Harlow,Essex
Summary
Accomplished Theatre Nurse skilled in evaluating theatre needs and preparing tools, supplies, and patients to support seamless operations. Collaborates effectively with the team to provide comprehensive care and patient safety.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Staff Nurse (Orthopaedic Scrub & Anaeshthetic)
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust
Harlow, Essex
2019.03 - Current
- Act as Scrub Practitioner for a wide range of trauma and orthopaedic procedures, including:
Trauma cases (fractures, fixation, emergency surgery)
Elective orthopaedic surgery (e.g. joint replacements, arthroscopy)
Upper and lower limb procedures - Prepare operating theatres, instruments, implants, and equipment according to specialty requirements.
- Safely handle orthopaedic instrumentation, power tools, and implants.
- Being LSO (in-charge of the list) by supervising junior staff, leading surgical lists, and ensuring patient safety, strict infection control, and the smooth, day-to-day operation of the theatre.
- Deliver patient-centred care, maintaining dignity, privacy, and respect at all times.
- Participate in the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist and other patient safety initiatives.
- Assist the anesthesiologist during the induction, maintenance, and reversal stages of general or regional anesthesia.
- Test and calibrate anesthetic machines, monitors, and emergency airway devices to ensure they are fully operational.
- Draw up and label necessary medications, intravenous fluids, and blood products as directed by the lead anesthetist.
- Practice supervisor and assessor for student learning and skill development.
Staff Nurse (Theatre Scrub)
Altamauiz Specialized Hospital
Al Bayda, Libya
2015.04 - 2017.08
- Scrubbed in aseptically, donned sterile gowns and gloves, and prepared operating room while ensuring all equipment and instruments were sterilised.
- Remained in sterile field, handed instruments, swabs, needles, and materials to surgeon and surgical team to support efficient surgical procedures.
- Prepared complex surgical instruments and hand tools, anticipated team's needs, and conducted strict safety counts to ensure optimal patient care.
Staff Nurse (Theatre Nurse)
Hawari General Hospital
Benghazi, Libya
2013.02 - 2015.02
- Anticipated surgeon's needs by rapidly and safely passing instruments, sutures, and medical supplies to support surgical procedures.
- Managed sterile field, provided surgical instruments, and assisted surgical team to enhance patient safety and ensure efficient operating room workflow.
- Enforced strict aseptic techniques and monitored sterile field to minimise risk of contamination and infection.
Staff Nurse (Theatre Nurse)
M.V. Santiago Medical Center
Cavite, Philippines
2009.06 - 2012.06
- Utilised clinical knowledge to anticipate surgeon's needs, facilitating a smooth and efficient procedure.
- Prepared complex surgical instruments and hand tools for the surgeon, anticipated team's needs, and conducted safety counts to ensure optimal patient care.
- Accounted for surgical materials, prepared used sets for Sterile Services, and stocked theatre for subsequent procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Dominic College of Asia
Philippines 2004.05 - 2008.03
Skills
Excellent communication and teamwork
Orthopaedic procedures
Anaesthetic assistance
ILS & PILS trained
Thorough knowledge of infection control and surgical protocols
Broad knowledge on theatre procedures & preparation
Knowledge on handling orthopaedic instruments & implants
Patient health education
Pre- and post-operation care
Documentation expertise
Certification
NMC PIN: 19D0470O
Registered Nurse - Adult 23/04/2019
Anaesthetic Course - Anglia Ruskin University
2 Module - passed 12/10/2023
ILS & PILS up to date Certificates
Practice Supervisor & Assesor for the Students
Timeline
Staff Nurse (Orthopaedic Scrub & Anaeshthetic)
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust
2019.03 - Current
Staff Nurse (Theatre Scrub)
Altamauiz Specialized Hospital
2015.04 - 2017.08
Staff Nurse (Theatre Nurse)
Hawari General Hospital
2013.02 - 2015.02
Staff Nurse (Theatre Nurse)
M.V. Santiago Medical Center
2009.06 - 2012.06
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Dominic College of Asia
2004.05 - 2008.03