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Zubaidah Rashid

Birmingham,Westmidlands

Summary

Qualified theatre practitioner specialising as a scrub nurse. Highly trained and experienced with expert understanding of principles, practices and patient care. Extensive experience within the perioperative environment. Thorough intraoperative experience within the following areas: Gynaeoncology, gynaecology, obstetrics, breast and general surgery. Experience within the recovery area post operative ensuring patients meet the criteria for transfer to ward. Diligent about following optimum procedures and requirements. Knowledgeable practitioner familiar with reviewing patient histories, interviewing and monitoring medication. Strong documentation and problem-solving skills. Dedicated to patient health and wellbeing. Patient-oriented practitioner with strong history of leading high-performance teams to meet or exceed objectives. Dedicated and hardworking with internal drive to deliver excellence. Tactical team builder with strong background in training and team development. Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion. Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Senior Theatre Practitioner

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Birmingham, West midlands
02.2020 - Current
  • Recorded patients' health histories and updated electronic records with current information before consultations.
  • Admitted patients and offered advice and support ahead of medical procedures.
  • Retained knowledge of surgical techniques, equipment and best practices to provide reliable patient support.
  • Interviewed patients before, during and after procedures to maintain current knowledge of relevant conditions.
  • Monitored patients' responses to treatments and adjusted treatment plans to counteract negative effects.
  • Monitored post-operative patients and updated medical records to reflect care and medication needs.
  • Oversaw and delegated work activities for junior practitioners and support staff.
  • Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardised tests to check responses.
  • Provided attentive, responsive assistance to clinicians and theatre staff, improving team collaboration.
  • Reviewed patient files and records to identify allergies, medical concerns, medications and immunisation statuses.
  • Cleaned and sterilised equipment according to agreed procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary medical team to check patient wishes and care.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality for compliance with data protection laws.
  • Set up and operated special medical equipment and apparatus for different procedures.
  • Assessed, planned and monitored patient care to achieve quality standards.
  • Rotated medical supplies to reflect use-by dates, minimising waste.
  • Verified instrument cleanliness and suitability for use ahead of patient procedures.
  • Calculated proper medication dosage based on patient physiology.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Completed opening and closing procedures, from product replenishment to budget control.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.

Education

Bachelors of Science and Nursing - Adult Nursing

Birmingham City University
Birmingham
09.2015 - 09.2019

Skills

  • Anaesthetic recovery
  • Experienced scrub nurse
  • Scheduling proficiency
  • Follow-up care
  • updating patient records
  • Pain management
  • Emergency response
  • Problem-solving
  • Leadership
  • Multilingual
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Team building

Languages

English
Fluent
Urdu
Native

Timeline

Senior Theatre Practitioner

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
02.2020 - Current

Bachelors of Science and Nursing - Adult Nursing

Birmingham City University
09.2015 - 09.2019
Zubaidah Rashid