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Hannah Robinson

Cambourne,Cambridgeshire

Summary

Dynamic professional with expertise in staff recruitment and compassionate leadership, known for resilience under pressure and enforcing quality standards. Adept at navigating the daily challenges faced when managing the flow of elective and emergency theatre activity. Well versed in working with the multidisciplinary team, including directors, consultants and nurses to ensure the maximum through-put of patients. Skilled in change management, aiming to drive organisational success through strategic initiatives.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Clinical Lead- Anaesthetics and Recovery

Royal Papworth Hospital
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
08.2023 - Current
  • Reduced vacancy levels from 60% to 10%, enhancing staff recruitment and retention.
  • Eliminated reliance on agency workers, decreasing usage from nine WTE to zero.
  • Coordinated daily theatre activities, optimising time and resource management with consultant surgeons and anaesthetists.
  • Ensured safe staffing levels and skill mix for continuous 24/7 cover.
  • Managed team of close to 50, including anaesthetic and recovery ODPs/ Nurses, porters and medical device technicians.
  • Led clinical team in maintaining regulatory compliance and operational protocols.
  • Foster and ensure highest standards of patient care within anaesthetic and recovery team.

Senior Theatre Practitioner

Royal Papworth Hospital
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
11.2016 - 08.2023
  • Led multidisciplinary teams in delivering high-quality patient care during surgical procedures.
  • Assisted in the implementation of best practices for infection control and patient safety protocols.
  • Mentored junior staff and students in clinical skills and fostered a collaborative learning environment.
  • Assisted in managing surgical equipment inventory and ensured proper maintenance protocols.
  • Participated in clinical audits to enhance service delivery and improve patient outcomes.
  • Contributed to successful relocation of hospital from Papworth to Trumpington.
  • Acted as a key figure in changing current practices within the department- for example, working without anaesthetic rooms.

Anaesthetic Theatre Practitioner

Royal Papworth Hospital
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
09.2014 - 11.2016
  • Assisted in preparation and maintenance of anaesthetic equipment and instruments.
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure seamless patient transitions during procedures.
  • Assisted with monitoring patients' vital signs and anaesthetic levels throughout surgical interventions.
  • Trained junior staff in anaesthetic practices and theatre protocols to enhance team performance.
  • Adhered strictly to infection control protocols to prevent cross-contamination between patients.
  • Worked as part of the cardiac arrest team, carrying the emergency bleep.
  • Cared for, documented and monitored vital signs of thoracic patients in recovery.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Operating Department Practice

University of East Anglia
Norwich
09.2012 - 08.2014

Skills

  • Staff recruitment
  • Compassionate and motivational leadership
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Quality standards enforcement
  • Health regulations understanding
  • Communication proficiency
  • Time efficiency
  • Change management

Timeline

Clinical Lead- Anaesthetics and Recovery

Royal Papworth Hospital
08.2023 - Current

Senior Theatre Practitioner

Royal Papworth Hospital
11.2016 - 08.2023

Anaesthetic Theatre Practitioner

Royal Papworth Hospital
09.2014 - 11.2016

Diploma of Higher Education - Operating Department Practice

University of East Anglia
09.2012 - 08.2014

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