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Halima Qayum

Blackburn,Lancashire

Summary

Diligent and adaptable professional with strong background in healthcare support and patient care, eager to leverage skills in Scrub Nurse role. Proficient in maintaining sterile environments and communicating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless surgical procedures and patient safety. Committed to contributing to high-quality patient outcomes and excellence in developing in new role.

Experienced in providing essential support in surgical operations within high-pressure environments. Emphasise on delivering patient-centred care whilst maintaining strict adherence to hygiene and safety protocols. Skilled in operating theatre procedures, adept in communication, and teamwork, ensuring smooth execution of procedures and patient recovery.

Compassionate Scrub Nurse with knack for ensuring smooth surgical procedures and patient care. Known for calming anxious patients and maintaining sterile environments, leading to high patient satisfaction. Successfully coordinated with surgical teams to streamline operations and improve outcomes.

Offering strong communication and teamwork skills, combined with solid foundation in healthcare practices. Knowledgeable about patient care, sterilisation procedures, and maintaining sterile environment. Ready to use and develop critical thinking, adaptability, and attention to detail in student nurse role.

Dedicated professional with calm demeanour, ideal for handling high-pressure environment of surgical settings. Proficient in patient care and sterile techniques, with strong teamwork and communication skills. Committed to ensuring optimal patient outcomes and supporting surgical teams efficiently.

Accomplished Theatre Nurse skilled in evaluating theatre needs and preparing tools, supplies and patients to suppot seamless operations. Collaborates with physicians and nurses to provide comprehensive care. Monitors patient wellness and reports on conditions to proactively address potential complications.

Attentive nursing professional with background in surgical support and direct patient care. Explains procedures and preps patients for surgery with compassion and empathy. Leverages industry knowledge and superior time management to address competing clinical priorities.

Compassionate healthcare professional committed to providing high quality patient care. Collaborates successfully with team to meet needs of busy units.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Ophthalmology Scrub Nurse

east lancashire hospital
Burnley , Blackburn with Darwen
06.2019 - Current
  • Ensured patient safety by maintaining sterile environment in operating theatre.
  • Kept abreast with latest developments in nursing practices, enhancing professional growth.
  • Assisted surgeons during operations for improved patient outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients, promoting a more positive experience.
  • Countered potential complications by efficiently handling surgical equipment during procedures.
  • Checked surgical instruments for sterility, contributing to a safer environment.
  • Offered valuable assistance during complicated surgeries, improving overall success rate.



A&E staff nurse

East Lancashire Hospital Trust
Blackburn, blackburn
02.2018 - 06.2025

still required

Staff nurse

Beardwood hospital
blackburn, Lancashire
09.2017 - 02.2018
  • Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
  • Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
  • Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
  • Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
  • Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
  • Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
  • Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.

staff nurse

East Lancashire Hospital Trust
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
08.2016 - 09.2017
  • Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
  • Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
  • Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
  • Adhered strictly to safety guidelines minimising workplace incidents.
  • Provided compassionate emotional support to patients, easing their anxiety.
  • Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing expert bedside care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - pre registration nursing

Salford Univeristy
Salford
09.2012 - 08.2015

Btec level 3 - Health and social care

St marys college
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
09.2010 - 08.2012

Btec level 2 - Health and social care

St Marys College
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
09.2009 - 08.2010

GCSEs - English , science and Maths

Beardwood High School
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
09.2018 - 09.2019

Affiliations

  • gym and healthy living
  • hiking
  • traveling

Languages

Urdu
Beginner
punjabi
Beginner

Timeline

Ophthalmology Scrub Nurse

east lancashire hospital
06.2019 - Current

GCSEs - English , science and Maths

Beardwood High School
09.2018 - 09.2019

A&E staff nurse

East Lancashire Hospital Trust
02.2018 - 06.2025

Staff nurse

Beardwood hospital
09.2017 - 02.2018

staff nurse

East Lancashire Hospital Trust
08.2016 - 09.2017

Bachelor of Science - pre registration nursing

Salford Univeristy
09.2012 - 08.2015

Btec level 3 - Health and social care

St marys college
09.2010 - 08.2012

Btec level 2 - Health and social care

St Marys College
09.2009 - 08.2010
Halima Qayum