Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Timeline
Generic

Louise Hurrell

Halifax,West Yorkshire

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in intraoperative care and operation room protocols. Demonstrates proficiency in anaesthetic support, surgical teamwork, and advanced life support, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in medical technology use, electronic health records management, and evidence-based patient care. Committed to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to medical ethics while excelling in infection control procedures and postoperative care. Career goal: to advance within a dynamic surgical team, contributing to innovative healthcare solutions.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Peri-operative Practitioner

Spire Healthcare
Halifax, Calderdale
2022.06 - Current
  • Achieved targets through effective time management and attention to detail.
  • Utilised tools correctly to extend their lifespan and functionality.
  • Conducted daily inspections to confirm equipment performance.
  • Offered valuable assistance during complicated surgeries, improving overall success rate.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly, minimising potential risks to patients and staff.
  • Checked surgical instruments for sterility, contributing to a safer environment.
  • Countered potential complications by efficiently handling surgical equipment during procedures.
  • Enhanced collaborative work environment through active participation in team meetings.
  • Coordinated with anaesthetist for smooth induction process in surgery room.
  • Advanced quality of healthcare provided through regular training sessions attended.
  • Kept abreast with latest developments in nursing practices, enhancing professional growth.
  • Worked as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
  • Controlled risk of infection by assisting with maintaining sterile field.
  • Maximised productivity by preparing specialist equipment, devices and drugs needed for anaesthetic phase.
  • Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
  • Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
  • Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
  • Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.

Peri-Operative Practitioner

Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2016.08 - 2022.06

Delivered successful outcomes in head and neck surgeries.
Achieved optimal results in managing difficult airways and major cancer cases.
Ensured effective flap reconstruction and microvascular surgery outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Operating Department practice

University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield
2013.09 - 2016.06

Foundation Degree in Science - Health and Social Care

University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield
2012.09 - 2013.06

Skills

  • Intraoperative care
  • Operation room protocols
  • Prioritising under pressure
  • Blood transfusion procedure
  • Surgical teamwork
  • Medical technology use
  • Medical record documentation
  • Postoperative support
  • Anaesthetic support
  • Anesethesia administration
  • Surgical equipment familiarity
  • Basic life support knowledge
  • Wound dressing techniques
  • Sterile technique mastery
  • Patient confidentiality understanding
  • Cardio-Pulmonary resuscitation
  • Orthopaedic and trauma surgery
  • Defibrillator operation
  • Abdominoplasty
  • Post-operative care
  • Infection control procedures
  • Surgical assistance
  • Otolaryngology surgery
  • Evidence-based patient care
  • Operating room preparation
  • Endotracheal intubation
  • Medical ethics adherence
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Collaboration efficiency
  • Time efficiency
  • Communication proficiency
  • Electronic health records
  • Critical evaluation
  • Advanced life support

Affiliations

  • Keen sports fan.
  • Enjoys live music.
  • Family trips

Timeline

Peri-operative Practitioner

Spire Healthcare
2022.06 - Current

Peri-Operative Practitioner

Leeds Teaching Hospitals
2016.08 - 2022.06

Bachelor of Science - Operating Department practice

University of Huddersfield
2013.09 - 2016.06

Foundation Degree in Science - Health and Social Care

University of Huddersfield
2012.09 - 2013.06
Louise Hurrell