Angela Kelly
Rupanyup,VIC
Summary
Compassionate and hardworking Registered Nurse with over 10 years experience in a wide range of specialties as a Scrub/Scout Nurse.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
Calvary Health Care Tasmania
Launceston, TAS
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Specimen collection
- Documentation using EPR
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
North West Regional Hospital
Burnie, TAS
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Specimen collection
- Documentation using EPR
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
Launceston General Hospital
Launceston, TAS
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Specimen collection
- Documentation using EPR
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
Bendigo Health
Bendigo, VIC
07.2017 - 05.2023
- Preparing for theatre including, ensuring all equipment is available and working, and patient positioning
- Able to perform the role of a scrub/scout nurse for a number of specialties including; general, endoscopy, gynaecology, urology, dental, plastics, ear nose and throat, oral and maxilla-facial, orthopaedic, ophthalmic, obstetrics and paediatrics.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing high-quality perioperative care in a fast-paced operating room environment.
- Assisted surgeons with complex operations, demonstrating strong technical skills and knowledge of various surgical procedures.
- Promoted positive teamwork dynamics within the operating room by collaborating closely with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
- Participated in continuous education opportunities to stay current on industry best practices and advancements in surgical nursing care.
- Served as a mentor to new staff members, sharing expertise and guidance on best practices in the operating room setting.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining strict adherence to aseptic techniques and established protocols for instrument sterilization.
- Utilized electronic health records systems effectively for accurate data entry.
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
Castlemaine Health
Castlemaine, VIC
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Specimen collection/labelling
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Continually updated knowledge on best practices in nursing care through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse, Scrub/Scout
St John of God Health Care
Bendigo, VIC
04.2010 - 10.2019
- Thorough understanding of infection control, and maintaining a sterile field
- Preparing for theatre including; checking patients in, ensuring all equipment is available and working, and patient positioning
- Able to perform the role of a scrub/scout nurse for a number of specialties including; general, endoscopy, gynaecology, urology, dental, plastics, ear nose and throat, oral and maxilla-facial, orthopaedic, ophthalmic, obstetrics and paediatric
- Assisting surgeon
- Admitting and preparing the patient for surgery, including administration of medication
- Specimen collection/labelling
- Recovering patients post operatively (Day Surgery)
- Assessment of the patient pre and post operatively (Day Surgery)
- Monitoring patients for adverse reactions
- Assessing patient suitability for transfer or discharge (Day Surgery)
- Assisting anaesthetist with eye blocks (before cataract surgery)
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
- Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
- Mentored new nurses as they transitioned into practice, providing guidance and support to promote professional growth.
- Contributed to a reduction in hospital-acquired infections through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper hand hygiene.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
Hervey Bay Hospital
Hervey Bay, QLD
12.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Specimen collection/labelling
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
Cairns Public Hospital
Cairns, QLD
11.2018 - 12.2018
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing high-quality perioperative care in a fast-paced operating room environment.
- Participated in continuous education opportunities to stay current on industry best practices and advancements in surgical nursing care.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
Practice Nurse
Mr Graeme Campbell
Bendigo, VIC
03.2015 - 10.2017
- Removal of skin staples and sutures
- Thorough understanding of aseptic technique
- Preparing patients for, and assisting the surgeons with small procedures done under local anaesthetic
- Changing dressings, reviewing complex wounds
- Arranging patient follow up and pathology/histology results
- Giving information, emotional support, and reassurance to patients and relatives
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, adhering to infection control protocols and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms to meet typical patient loads.
- Maintained constant communication with physician and other members of care team.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during medical procedures, alleviating anxiety and discomfort.
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
The Royal Hobart Hospital
Hobart, TAS
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Ability to adapt quickly to a new workplace
Graduate Registered Nurse
Swan Hill District Health
Swan Hill, VIC
01.2009 - 04.2010
- Included rotations in ward, palliative, emergency and intraoperative nursing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive care to patients in various clinical settings.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families coping with acute illness or chronic conditions, fostering trustful relationships with them throughout their healthcare journey.
- Increased efficiency through accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes using electronic health records.
- Utilized critical thinking skills while participating in rapid response and code blue situations, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide optimal patient care.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth by attending continuing education courses regularly staying up-to-date on best practices in nursing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Latrobe University
Bendigo, VIC12.2008
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patient Positioning
- Patient Safety
- Maintaining Sterility
- Critical Thinking
- Basic Life Support
- Adapting to Change
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
Calvary Health Care Tasmania
03.2024 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
North West Regional Hospital
01.2024 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
Launceston General Hospital
07.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
Hervey Bay Hospital
12.2018 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
Cairns Public Hospital
11.2018 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
Castlemaine Health
10.2017 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
Bendigo Health
07.2017 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse Scrub/Scout
The Royal Hobart Hospital
07.2017 - 08.2017
Practice Nurse
Mr Graeme Campbell
03.2015 - 10.2017
Registered Nurse, Scrub/Scout
St John of God Health Care
04.2010 - 10.2019
Graduate Registered Nurse
Swan Hill District Health
01.2009 - 04.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Latrobe University