Abbey Larner
Woolloongabba
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated scrub/scout Nurse known for high productivity and efficiency in surgical settings. Specialising in maintaining sterile fields, assisting surgeons with precision, and effectively managing preoperative and postoperative environments. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless collaboration with healthcare teams to provide optimal patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scrub Nurse
Princess Alexandra Hospital
Woolloongabba
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted surgeons in the operating room by providing sterile instruments and supplies.
- Prepared operating rooms by organizing and verifying equipment, ensuring strict compliance with asepsis standards.
- Ensured compliance with hospital protocols for infection control and safety standards.
- Collaborated with nursing team to ensure seamless patient care before and after surgery.
- Participated in educational programs to enhance knowledge of new advances in healthcare technology.
Graduate Registered Nurse
Perioperative Unit Townsville University Hospital
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques used in surgical settings.
- Gathered all necessary equipment and instruments for surgical procedures.
- Collected and organized necessary equipment and instruments for surgical procedures to ensure readiness and efficiency.
- Assumed various duties within and outside of the sterile field during surgeries.
- Assisted surgeon by passing medical instruments and supplies during surgical procedures, facilitating seamless operations.
- Executed various duties within and outside of sterile field during surgeries, contributing to overall procedural success.
Assistant in Nursing
Healthcare Australia
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Supported clients with daily living needs, enhancing self-esteem and promoting overall wellness.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Facilitated meaningful conversation and socialization while providing personal care, enriching patient experience.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and documented behaviors to ensure accurate communication with healthcare supervisor.
Education
Post Graduate Dipolma - Perioperative Nursing
University of Tasmania
05.2024 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
James Cook University
Townsville, QLDHigh School Diploma -
Kirwan State High School
Kirwan, QLDSkills
- Surgical instrumentation
- Asepsis standards
- Infection control measures
- Operating room etiquette
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient advocacy
- Time management
- Education commitment
- Professional practice
- Relationship building
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Instrument Passing
- Preoperative Checklists
References
- Carla Lee
Scrub/Scout Clinical Facilitator & Perioperative educator
Townsville University Hospital
Carla.Lee@health.qld.gov.au
0417883123
- Tej Sidhu
General Surgery Principle House Officer
Townsville University Hospital
Certification
2021- Provide Basic Emergency Life Support Certificate
2022- Provide First Aid Certificate
2022- Blue Card
2022-Police Check
2023- Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
2023- Hand Hygiene Certificate of Australia
2023- Fit Mask Testing
Timeline
Post Graduate Dipolma - Perioperative Nursing
University of Tasmania
05.2024 - 05.2026
Scrub Nurse
Princess Alexandra Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Graduate Registered Nurse
Perioperative Unit Townsville University Hospital
08.2023 - 01.2024
Assistant in Nursing
Healthcare Australia
10.2022 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
James Cook University
High School Diploma -
Kirwan State High School