Ruby Thomas

• Independent instrument nurse for simple procedures in general surgery, ENT, ophthalmology, plastics, and orthopaedics
• Interdependent instrument nurse for moderate-complex procedures in general surgery, ENT, ophthalmology, plastics, and orthopaedics, and caesareans.
• Independent circulating nurse for a wide range of procedures including general surgery, ENT, ophthalmology, plastics, orthopaedics, and caesarean sections.
• Proficient with ieMR to ensure accurate documentation of all pertinent information throughout each stage of the surgical process.
• Diligently monitored surgical procedures and anticipated surgeons' needs.
• Completed patient assessments to respond to changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Used aseptic techniques to maintain sterile fields and actively monitored situations to prevent breaches in aseptic techniques.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal health outcomes.
• Attended education sessions for practice development.
• Provided education and clinical support to student nurses when appropriate.
• BLS trained.

Served as the Occupational Health Nurse at a major hazard facility during a high-risk shutdown

• Provided first aid and emergency care for workplace injuries, including trauma, compartment syndrome, heart attacks, and chemical burns.
• Stabilized acute conditions on-site and coordinated patient transfers.
• Conducted biological monitoring, fitness-for-duty assessments, pre-employment checks, and routine health checks to ensure worker safety and regulatory compliance.
• Conducted routine healthcare through in-clinic nurse consultations.
• Administered medications and provided vaccinations.
• Participated in a 2-hour emergency response, managing serious injuries and a fatality using defibrillators, emergency grab bags, and site-specific supplies (methoxyflurane and diphoterine).
• Delivered education during morning huddles, in-clinic sessions, and training days on health and safety practices, including hydration, fatigue management, ergonomics, and injury prevention.
• Collaborated with safety officers, emergency response teams, and management to enhance health and safety efforts.