Miidzo Huruba
London,Middlesex
Summary
Skilled theatre practitioner with focus on providing exceptional patient care and fostering efficient teamwork in fast-paced theatre settings. Can achieve optimal surgical outcomes by leveraging skills in surgical assistance, patient preparation, and post-operative care. Understanding of theatre protocols and commitment to maintaining safe, clean, and organised theatre environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Theatre Nurse
Imperial College NHS Trust
London, England
10.2003 - Current
- Prepared patients for surgery, reducing anxiety and promoting trust.
- Collaborated with theatre staff for efficient medical procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes with diligent monitoring during surgery.
- Performed wound dressings meticulously, preventing infection post-surgery.
- Assisted surgeons to facilitate smooth operations.
- Maintained a sterile environment for successful surgical procedures.
- Conducted thorough pre-operative assessments to identify potential risks or complications.
- Enhanced team efficiency by coordinating theatre schedules and resources.
- Evaluated theatre equipment to determine cleanliness and readiness for use.
- Prepared operating room for specific surgery requirements.
- Collaborated with surgical teams and medical professionals regarding patient medications.
- Minimised risk of late cancellations by providing thorough surgery-specific information to patients.
- Maintained smooth service by organising workload in line with clinical priorities.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
Endoscopy Nurse
Imperial College NHS Trust
London, England
07.2002 - 09.2003
- Facilitated smooth flow of operations within the endoscopy unit by coordinating schedules, resources and personnel efficiently.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, observations, interventions and outcomes.
- Administered conscious sedation to patients under supervision of consultant gastroenterologist.
- Managed patient care before, during and after endoscopic procedures.
- Provided pre-and post-procedure education to patients and family members, enhancing understanding and cooperation.
- Assisted in routine and emergency endoscopy procedures for optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs during procedure, ensuring patient safety at all times.
- Ensured clean, safe environment by sterilising equipment and adhering to infection control protocols.
- Followed NMC guidelines in all aspects of clinical practice as a Endoscopy Nurse.
Theatre Practitioner
South Bucks
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
01.2001 - 06.2002
- Conducted routine checks on operating theatre equipment for optimal performance.
- Assisted surgeons in complex surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety.
- Compiled daily reports on surgeries performed, providing valuable data for hospital records.
- Liaised effectively with surgical teams, improving communication and collaboration within my theatre setting.
- Maintained sterile theatre environment to prevent infection risks.
- Provided needles, instruments and swabs needed before surgery.
- Maintained smooth service by organising workload in line with clinical priorities.
- Prepared endoscopes, microscopes and lasers for surgeons to utilise during surgery.
- Minimised risk of late cancellations by providing thorough surgery-specific information to patients.
- Prepared operating room for specific surgery requirements.
Education
High School Diploma - Adult Nursing
South Bank University
London01.2001
Skills
- Intraoperative procedures competence
- Operating theatre etiquette
- Pre-Operative care proficiency
- Surgical instrument knowledge
- Radiology safety standards
- Surgical workflow efficiency
- Haemostasis application
- Medical device operation
- Computerised charting (Cerner)
- Aseptic technique mastery
- Sterilisation procedures adherence
- Wound dressing proficiency
- Post-Surgery care understanding
- Flexible in shift work
- Surgical team collaboration
- Facilitating learning environments
- Preoperative and postoperative care
- Paediatric surgery experience
- Infection control measures
- Wound dressing expertise
- Surgical equipment preparation
- Obstetric and Uro/General Gynaecology
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Post-operative care
- Laparoscopic and Robotic procedures familiarity
- Surgical equipment knowledge
- Endoscopy
- General surgery ,Breast and Bariatric Surgery
- Plastics and Cosmetic procedures
- Implant procedures
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Team Leadership
- Blood transfusion administration, Blood gas, Blood glucose and TEG
- Patient positioning expertise
References
Charmaine Lovelace
St Marys Hospital
Main theatres
QEQM Building
4th Floor
London
W2 1NY
Tel:02033122231
email:charmaine.lovelace@nhs.net
Timeline
Theatre Nurse
Imperial College NHS Trust
10.2003 - Current
Endoscopy Nurse
Imperial College NHS Trust
07.2002 - 09.2003
Theatre Practitioner
South Bucks
01.2001 - 06.2002
High School Diploma - Adult Nursing
South Bank University
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