Yarui Gao
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated, and highly experienced Registered Nurse with over 28 years of nursing expertise—10 years overseas and 18 years in Australia. Skilled in perioperative nursing, anaesthetics, recovery (PACU), cardiac catheterisation recovery, and acute ward nursing. Known for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, exceptional teamwork, and adaptability in fast-paced hospital environments. Bilingual in English and Mandarin.
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse – Recovery (PACU)
Cabrini Malvern Hospital – Cardiac Catheterisation Lab (Cath Lab)
01.2021 - Current
- Deliver high-quality post-procedural recovery care for patients undergoing complex cardiac procedures including:
- Atrial Fibrillation Cardioversion
- Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)
- Coronary Angiograms and Stent Insertions
- Perform continuous patient monitoring, airway management, pain control, and discharge readiness assessment.
- Collaborate closely with cardiologists, anaesthetists, and Cath Lab teams to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.
- Led patient assessments and evaluations in cardiac catheterisation procedures.
- Mentored junior nurses in technical skills and best practices within the Cath Lab.
Anaesthesia & Recovery Nurse
Belmore Nurses Bureau (Agency Work)
01.2010 - 07.2024
- Provided perioperative care specialising in anaesthetics and recovery (PACU) across various private hospitals:
- Cabrini Malvern Hospital (2021–2024)
- St Vincent’s Private Hospital, Fitzroy Campus (2019–2021)
- Assisted anaesthetists, monitored patients intraoperatively, and provided post-op care to ensure smooth recovery.
Anaesthetic & Recovery Nurse (Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Neurology, Urology)
St Vincent’s Public Hospital, Melbourne
01.2008 - 01.2022
- Delivered perioperative care in the anaesthetic and recovery units across multiple specialties including orthopaedics, gynaecology, neurological, and urological surgery.
- Prepared patients for surgery, assisted anaesthetists, monitored intraoperative vitals, and provided comprehensive PACU care.
Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical Ward & Perioperative Nursing
Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, Melbourne
01.2006 - 01.2020
- Provided care for ENT and ophthalmology patients in both perioperative theatres and medical-surgical wards.
- Performed IV cannulation, medication administration, intraocular pressure monitoring, PICC line care, and post-op recovery.
- Managed deteriorating patients and coordinated closely with medical teams to ensure patient safety.
Theatre Scrub/Scout Nurse (Ophthalmic Surgery)
Xi’an Guangren Hospital, China
01.1995 - 01.2006
- Worked as a scrub/scout nurse in ophthalmic theatres, assisting with various eye surgeries.
- Participated in a government-sponsored exchange program at the Singapore National Eye Centre to enhance surgical nursing skills.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Clinical Nursing
Australian Catholic University (ACU)
01.2009
Australian Registered Nurse Bridging Program - undefined
University of South Australia
01.2006
Government Exchange Program - undefined
Singapore National Eye Centre
01.1999
Diploma - Nursing
Xi’an Health School
01.1992
Skills
- IV Cannulation & Venepuncture
- Basic & Advanced Life Support (ALS)
- Cardiac Cath Lab Recovery Nursing (including Pacemakers, Cardioversion, TAVI)
- Anaesthetic & PACU Nursing
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Care
- Infection Control & Aseptic Technique
- Fluent in English and Mandarin
- Strong clinical judgment
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Telemetry monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Recovery (PACU)
Cabrini Malvern Hospital – Cardiac Catheterisation Lab (Cath Lab)
01.2021 - Current
Anaesthesia & Recovery Nurse
Belmore Nurses Bureau (Agency Work)
01.2010 - 07.2024
Anaesthetic & Recovery Nurse (Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Neurology, Urology)
St Vincent’s Public Hospital, Melbourne
01.2008 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical Ward & Perioperative Nursing
Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, Melbourne
01.2006 - 01.2020
Theatre Scrub/Scout Nurse (Ophthalmic Surgery)
Xi’an Guangren Hospital, China
01.1995 - 01.2006
Australian Registered Nurse Bridging Program - undefined
University of South Australia
Government Exchange Program - undefined
Singapore National Eye Centre
Diploma - Nursing
Xi’an Health School
Postgraduate Certificate - Clinical Nursing
Australian Catholic University (ACU)