Nzubechukwu 'Zubby" Aso (RN)
Belfast,County Down
Summary
Clinically experienced Theatre Scrub Nurse with over 6 years’ experience supporting complex surgical procedures in acute hospital settings. Highly skilled in intraoperative clinical support, orthopaedic surgical instrumentation, implant procedures, and sterile field management. Experienced in working directly with Orthopaedic Surgeons and multidisciplinary theatre teams to ensure optimal surgical outcomes. Technically proficient in advanced surgical equipment and digital systems with strong communication, troubleshooting, and stakeholder engagement skills. Seeking to transition into a Product Support Specialist role within Trauma & Extremities, leveraging hands-on surgical expertise to support clinical excellence and business growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Theatre Nurse ( Scrub Practitioners )
South Eastern Health and Social Trust (Ulster Hospital)
Belfast, County Antrim
2022.02 - 2026.01
- Provided front-line intraoperative clinical support across multiple surgical specialities, including orthopaedics.
- Prepared and managed complex surgical instrumentation, implants, microscopes, lasers and endoscopic systems.
- Supported primary and revision procedures by anticipating surgeon's requirements and ensuring procedural efficiency.
- Troubleshoot instrumentation and equipment issues in real-time during live procedures.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection prevention and sterile field protocols.
- Acted as liaison between surgeons, anaesthetists and theatre staff to ensure seamless communication.
- Supported onboarding and informal training of junior theatre staff.
Charge Nurse
Belmont Care Home
Belfast, County Antrim
2020.06 - 2022.02
- Led multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with clinical governance and regulatory standards.
- Conducted audits and implemented service improvements aligned with KPI metrics.
- Delivered staff education and competency supervision.
- Managed medicines systems and strengthened stakeholder communication.
Staff Nurse
Belmont Care Home
Belfast, County Antrim
2017.09 - 2020.06
- Worked in the capacity of a staff nurse in this 45-bed capacity facility (pre-covid ) where I was involved in assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and documentation of person-centered care to enhance the quality of care in compliance with legal, regulatory and best practice guidelines.
- Current wound and incontinence link nurse.
- Competency in the use of syringe driver, management of peg feeding, risk assessment, catheterization (male & female), wound management and medication management.
Practice nurse
Rachel Eye Center
2016.01 - 2017.07
- Provided perioperative support during ophthalmic surgical procedures, including cataract removal.
- Delivered pre- and post-operative patient education.
- Assisted in thedigitalisation of medical records, improving operational efficiency.
Occupational Health Officer
Ken Sampson Limited
2015.11 - 2015.12
- Worked with 25 construction workers on-site during the asphalting of some sites in Seplat Petroleum Nigeria Limited, Sapele and revamping of Sapele town roads.
- Ensured the health and safety of the workers by taking their vital signs, ensuring adequate breaks and ensuring adequate hydration.
- Decreased potential risks by identifying hazards like wrong/no use of protective equipment, recording findings and following up to ensure changes were made.
- Providing first aid care in cases of accidents including cuts, grazes and heat stroke.
- Regularly inspected facilities to ensure adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Outlined risk elimination and minimization measures.
- Devised appropriate risk management plans to set clear objectives to improve staff welfare and regulation compliance.
- Educated contractors on best practices to establish safe systems of work.
- Responded to reported emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
Staff Nurse
Toronto Hospital LTD
Onitsha
2015.02 - 2015.08
- This was a facility with 160 beds consisting of both surgical and medical wards.
- It is the number one trauma and surgical center in the area.
- As the only registered nurse in the facility at the time, I worked closely with the doctors, to ensure the effective and efficient running of the ward.
- Contributed to quality improvements in the surgical theatres through the revamping of aseptic procedure and techniques, promoting continuous best practice.
- Assisted with surgical procedures, including debriding of gangrenous wounds and exploratory laparotomy, with meticulous detail.
Education
Leading in health and Social Care
Queen's University Belfast
Belfast, Northern Ireland 2024.09 - 2025.01
Bachelor of Science - Bsc Nursing
University of Derby
Derby, UKRegistered Nurse (RN) - General Registered Nurse
School of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital
Nnewi, NigeriaWest African Senior School -
Nnewi High School Secondary school
NnewiSkills
Theatre Scrub Practice (Acute Hospital Setting)
Orthopaedic & Surgical Procedure Support
Surgical Instrumentation & Implant Handling
Intraoperative Assistance & Anticipation of Surgeon Needs
Advanced Surgical Equipment (Microscopes, Endoscopy, Lasers)
Infection Prevention & Sterile Field Management
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Clinical Documentation & Governance
Staff Support & Informal Teaching
Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Problem-Solving Under Pressure
Digital Systems & MS Office Proficiency
High Ethical & Professional Standards
Adaptable & Quick to Learn Technical Systems
Timeline
Leading in health and Social Care
Queen's University Belfast
2024.09 - 2025.01
Theatre Nurse ( Scrub Practitioners )
South Eastern Health and Social Trust (Ulster Hospital)
2022.02 - 2026.01
Charge Nurse
Belmont Care Home
2020.06 - 2022.02
Staff Nurse
Belmont Care Home
2017.09 - 2020.06
Practice nurse
Rachel Eye Center
2016.01 - 2017.07
Occupational Health Officer
Ken Sampson Limited
2015.11 - 2015.12
Staff Nurse
Toronto Hospital LTD
2015.02 - 2015.08
Bachelor of Science - Bsc Nursing
University of Derby
Registered Nurse (RN) - General Registered Nurse
School of Nursing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital
West African Senior School -
Nnewi High School Secondary school