Joseph Peter
Wigan,Greater Manchester
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 Theatre practitioner and surgical first assistant role.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Deputy Team Leader
WWL NHS TRUST
Wigan, Greater Manchester
2023.10 - Current
- Assisted in leading team initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
- Supported staff development through regular training sessions and mentorship opportunities.
- Coordinated communication between departments to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Taught and monitored student nurses, new scrub practitioners and SFA’s.
Surgical First Assistant
WWL NHS TRUST
Wigan, Greater Manchester
2023.03 - Current
- Assisted surgeons during procedures by providing critical instruments and maintaining sterile fields.
- Prepared operating rooms by ensuring all necessary tools and equipment were available and functioning.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to implement and refine procedural protocols for enhanced efficiency.
- Specialising in Knee and Hip replacement surgeries.
- Ensure high quality patient care.
Scrub nurse
WWL NHS TRUST
Wigan, Greater Manchester
2020.12 - Current
- Assisted surgical teams by preparing instruments and ensuring sterile environment.
- Monitored patients' vital signs during procedures to ensure safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline surgical workflows and enhance efficiency.
- Participated in continuous professional development to stay updated on best practices.
- Countered potential complications by efficiently handling surgical equipment during procedures.
- Handled emergency situations calmly, minimising potential risks to patients and staff.
Nurse volunteer
Kisengo Foundation
Kisengo, Kalemie
2014.11 - 2016.10
- Assisted healthcare professionals in providing compassionate care to patients during medical outreach programmes.
- Engaged with community members to educate them on health and wellness topics and promote preventative care.
- Supported logistical coordination of medical supplies ensuring availability for health initiatives and clinics.
- Participated in health fairs and community events to raise awareness about local health resources and services.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to deliver optimal patient care.
Staff Nurse Cardiac cathlab
Vijaya Hospital
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
2009.05 - 2010.11
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications as per established protocols during procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted in performing complex cardiac catheterisation procedures ensuring patient safety throughout.
- Educated patients and families about post-procedure care and lifestyle modifications for heart health.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
Education
Surgical First Assistant
Edgehill University
Manchester03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rajiv Gandhi university
Bangaluru03.2009
Skills
- Resilience in stressful situations
- Staff training programmes
- Delegation proficiency
- Time management mastery
- Employee training
- Surgical team collaboration
- Haemostasis application
- Infection control practice
- Joint mobilisation techniques
- Surgical assistance expertise
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Arthroscopy procedure familiarity
- Knowledge of orthopaedic tools
- Medical equipment handling
- Proactive learning attitude
- Bone fracture management
Additional Information
Career breaks.
Quit nursing job in 2010 November and joined family business for next 4 years along with my father as he was running a shop till October 2014.
From 2016 took career break as I got married, had a baby to look after as wife was working in a foreign country. Meanwhile I was preparing for exams and paper works to come to UK.
Timeline
Deputy Team Leader
WWL NHS TRUST
2023.10 - Current
Surgical First Assistant
WWL NHS TRUST
2023.03 - Current
Scrub nurse
WWL NHS TRUST
2020.12 - Current
Nurse volunteer
Kisengo Foundation
2014.11 - 2016.10
Staff Nurse Cardiac cathlab
Vijaya Hospital
2009.05 - 2010.11
Surgical First Assistant
Edgehill University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rajiv Gandhi university