Jane Guffogg
Summary
Dedicated registered nurse with a strong foundation in perioperative nursing and surgical preparation. Demonstrates empathetic leadership and excels in providing constructive feedback while maintaining sensitivity to confidential matters. Proficient in compliance review, infection prevention, and control, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards. Skilled in patient advocacy, clinical judgement, and healthcare quality improvement, with a deep understanding of healthcare ethics. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care through efficient multi-tasking and effective interpersonal communication. Career goal: to advance healthcare quality through evidence-based practice and risk management strategies.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Theatre Practitioner and Surgical First Assistant
Practice Plus Group Southampton
Practice Plus Group Southampton Theatres, Hampshire
07.2019 - Current
- Managed preparation and oversight of surgical instruments and equipment for operations.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient theatre workflows.
- Provided hands-on assistance during complex procedures, supporting lead surgeons.
- Monitored patient vitals and upheld safety protocols throughout surgeries.
- Prepared and positioned patients for surgical interventions, enhancing care quality.
- Documented surgical procedures, maintaining accurate records for clinical audits.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices within theatre environments.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations across all surgical activities.
- Involved in improving staff morale and wellbeing within the theatre environment / trained mental health first aider.
- Trained Armed Forces Network Service Champion and actively participating into staff awareness programmes within this field.
- Kept abreast with latest developments in nursing practices, enhancing professional growth.
- Prepared patients for surgery, ensuring their comfort and understanding of procedures.
- Worked as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
- Handled emergency situations calmly, minimising potential risks to patients and staff.
- Provided emotional support to patients, promoting a more positive experience.
- Enhanced collaborative work environment through active participation in team meetings.
Theatre practitioner
Southampton General Hospital UHS
Southampton, Southampton
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient care during procedures.
- Prepared and maintained sterile instruments and equipment for surgical interventions.
- Assisted surgeons by anticipating needs and providing necessary instruments promptly.
- Maintained accurate documentation of surgical instruments and supplies used during operations.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported any changes to the surgical team.
- Educated and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in the operating theatre.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety during surgeries.
- Conducted thorough pre-operative assessments to ensure readiness for surgical procedures.
- Maintained patient records accurately, aiding in post-operative care and follow-up appointments.
- Checked surgical instruments for sterility, contributing to a safer environment.
- Prepared patients for surgery, ensuring their comfort and understanding of procedures.
- Kept abreast with latest developments in nursing practices, enhancing professional growth.
- Controlled risk of infection by assisting with maintaining sterile field.
Department Manager, Asda Supermarkets
Asda Super stores
Southampton, Hampshire
02.2002 - 05.2018
- Led team in delivering exceptional customer service, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Implemented new stock management procedures, ensuring optimal inventory levels at all times.
- Developed training programmes for staff, improving team performance and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated promotional activities and merchandising strategies, driving sales and customer engagement.
- Monitored store performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Streamlined operational processes, resulting in reduced waste and improved resource allocation.
- Allocated resources, optimising department efficiency.
- Conducted team meetings to improve internal communication.
- Troubleshooting procedures carried out, eliminating frequent technical issues.
Education
Surgical First Assistant Course - Surgical First Assistant
Edge Hill University
Manchester 09.2022 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southampton
Southampton 09.2015 - 06.2018
Access to higher education Medicine - Medicine and Healthcare
Brockenhurst College
Brockenhurst 09.2013 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business and Administration
Solent University
Southampton 05.2005 - 08.2007
NVQ Level 3 - Business and Administration and Economics
Totton College
Southampton 09.2002 - 07.2004
Skills
- Empathetic leadership
- Constructive feedback giving
- Sensitivity to confidential matters
- Compliance review
- Efficient multi-tasking
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Patient advocacy
- Clinical judgement
- Emotional resilience
- Ethical judgement
- Time efficiency
- Tactfulness
- Patient care
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Infection prevention and control
- Interpersonal communication
- Resourcefulness
- Healthcare quality improvement
- Healthcare ethics understanding
- Perioperative nursing
- Surgical preparation
- Medication Administration
- Risk Management
- Band 5 registered
Timeline
Surgical First Assistant Course - Surgical First Assistant
Edge Hill University
09.2022 - 03.2023
Theatre Practitioner and Surgical First Assistant
Practice Plus Group Southampton
07.2019 - Current
Theatre practitioner
Southampton General Hospital UHS
07.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southampton
09.2015 - 06.2018
Access to higher education Medicine - Medicine and Healthcare
Brockenhurst College
09.2013 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business and Administration
Solent University
05.2005 - 08.2007
NVQ Level 3 - Business and Administration and Economics
Totton College
09.2002 - 07.2004
Department Manager, Asda Supermarkets
Asda Super stores
02.2002 - 05.2018