Kristoff Hernandez Rivera
Dalkeith,Edinburgh
Summary
With 15 years of nursing experience, I am well-knowledgeable and up-to-date with the current trends in nursing. Having a clinical and management background, I demonstrates strong leadership and acts as advocate of the patients while adhering with hospital guidelines and policies. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care and continuously enhancing medical expertise through ongoing professional development.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Orthopedics Team Lead and Surgical First Assistant
Spire Healthcare
Edinburgh, Scotland
2023.01 - Current
- Coordinate and assisted with consultants with patient care including but not limited to stitching, use of diathermy, local infiltration and application of dressing.
- Conducted comprehensive performance reviews for continuous improvement.
- Identified skill gaps within the team and organised relevant training sessions.
- Assessed staffs capabilities and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal results.
- Coordinated resource allocation to optimise utilisation and minimise waste.
- Mediated in conflict situations, promoting harmony amongst team members.
- Mentored and coached staffs to produce high-performing, quality team members.
- Supported team to overcome new challenges by forecasting knowledge and skills gaps.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations, ensuring adherence to company standards.
- Liaised with senior management on strategic planning initiatives, contributing valuable insights.
Registered Scrub Nurse
Spire Healthcare Shawfair
Edinburgh, Scotland
2021.01 - Current
- Checked surgical instruments for sterility, contributing to a safer environment.
- Joined efforts with the surgical team to increase successful procedure rates.
- Prepared patients for surgery, ensuring their comfort and understanding of procedures.
- Offered valuable assistance during complicated surgeries, improving overall success rate.
- Ensured patient safety by maintaining sterile environment in operating theatre.
Registered staff nurse
Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2019.03 - 2021.01
- Administered medications and provided treatments to ensure optimal patient care
- Consulting with physicians and multi-disciplinary team for quality patient care
- Collaborated with therapists to reinforce carry-over skills for patient rehabilitation
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans for patient care.
- Complied strictly with infection control protocols, preventing cross-contamination in the department
Clinical Resource Nurse
Aster Sanad Hospital
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2016.10 - 2018.07
- Delivered clinical expertise to team, enhancing quality of patient care
- Directly leads Nursing Educational Activities and Trainings in the Operation Theatre
- Facilitates competencies regarding the standards of the accreditation.
- Provides collaborative input to the Nursing Management for the staffs’ appraisal and annual evaluation
- Maintained training records for department staff, addressing individual educational needs
- Coordinated students’ clinical assignments and scheduling with Nurse Educator, ensuring effective learning experiences
Senior OR Staff Nurse
Aster Sanad Hospital
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2016.07 - 2018.07
- Prepares the room with the necessary equipment, machines and supplies according to the surgery
- Assists in ordering, storing and maintaining surgical consumables
- Ensures proper use and handling of equipment to ensure quality care among patients
- Provides surgical services in accordance with the competency standards
- Executed clinical tasks efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
Staff Nurse
Divine Love General Hospital
Lipa City, Batangas
2012.01 - 2015.09
- Administering medications and treatments
- Establishing treatment plans, operating medical equipment
- Monitored and documented patient behaviour to inform treatment decisions and enhance care quality.
- Consulting with physicians and other healthcare professionals
- Ensured continuity among nursing teams through thorough documentation and communication of actions, irregularities, and ongoing patient needs.
- Fostered cooperative relationships among healthcare teams by effectively communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport, and engaging in team problem-solving.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
De La Salle Lipa
Lipa City, Batangas 2007.01 - 2011.01
Secondary Education - undefined
Canossa Academy
San Carlos Lipa City, Batangas 2003.01 - 2007.01
Primary Education - undefined
St. Joseph School
Lipa City, Batangas 1994.01 - 2003.01
Skills
Surgical First Assistant (January 2024)
Resolving Conflict Management (January 2023)
Basic Life Support (2021)
Acute Intermediate Management (2021)
ACLS Provider by Saudi Heart Association National CPR Committee (March 2019)
13th Annual AIDS Workshop (October 2016)
Infusion Therapy for Children (January 2014)
Certification
- National Council Licensure Examination (April 2026)
- United Kingdom Registered Nurse (January 2021)
- Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (Nursing Technician): 16-R-N-0041254
- Philippine Regulatory Commission for Nurses: 0711686 (2011)
Languages
Tagalog
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Upper intermediate
Timeline
Orthopedics Team Lead and Surgical First Assistant
Spire Healthcare
2023.01 - Current
Registered Scrub Nurse
Spire Healthcare Shawfair
2021.01 - Current
Registered staff nurse
Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City
2019.03 - 2021.01
Clinical Resource Nurse
Aster Sanad Hospital
2016.10 - 2018.07
Senior OR Staff Nurse
Aster Sanad Hospital
2016.07 - 2018.07
Staff Nurse
Divine Love General Hospital
2012.01 - 2015.09
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
De La Salle Lipa
2007.01 - 2011.01
Secondary Education - undefined
Canossa Academy
2003.01 - 2007.01
Primary Education - undefined
St. Joseph School
1994.01 - 2003.01