Darwin Baniqued

July 2022 - Present

Theatre Nurse Practitioner

ENT and Oral & Maxillofacial Scrub Nurse

• Experienced in scrubbing for a wide range of ENT and Oral & Maxillofacial procedures, including endoscopic, open and specialised surgeries.
• Demonstrate excellent knowledge of surgical instruments, anticipate surgeons’ requirements and maintain strict aseptic technique.
• Promote patient safety through adherence to infection prevention standards and the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist.

Recovery Practitioner

• Provide high-quality post-operative care, including the administration of prescribed IV medications for pain, nausea and vomiting.
• Competent in patient monitoring, airway management and safe extubation of patients with endotracheal (ET) tubes, within scope of practice.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, monitor recovery progress and deliver effective ward handovers using the SBAR communication tool.

January 2020 - July 2022

General Surgical Ward Nurse

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality and patient-centred nursing care across various hospital wards.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs, recognise early signs of clinical deterioration and escalate concerns promptly.
• Administer medications safely in accordance with Trust policies and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to promote continuity of care and achieve positive patient outcomes.

• Deliver bedside nursing care appropriately.
• Support discharge planning with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Assist with wound care, hygiene support, and mobility needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for assigned patients.
• Maintain a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Monitoring vital signs, administering oral and IV medications, and providing assistance with medical procedures.
• Documents patient progress notes accurately and efficiently.