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RAMADIMETJA ELIZABETH SERITE

Operating Theatre Scrub Nurse
9287-Al Huda District, v267923518 Al Taif

Summary

Intelligent Advanced Practice Registered Nurse versed in conducting in-depth clinical and health assessments, scrubbing daily for all disciplines , mentoring new staff and management of theatre. Over 24 years of experience providing quality care focused on disease prevention and health promotion. Caring Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with specialties in scrubbing in all disciplines and management of theatre. Talented at performing patient consultations, administering appropriate medication and treatment and maintaining patient records. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to be flexible.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Staffnurse 1 or Speciality

Alhada Armed Forces Hospital
10.2023 - Current

Operating Theatre Nurse

Mankweng Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • Operating Theatre scrub nurse Responsibilities: Scrubbing for theatre lists Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield. Successfully maintained clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation. Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately. Collaborated with team members to achieve target results. Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results. Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated. Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees. Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere. Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment. Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Clinical Nurse Specialist

Netcare Ferncrest
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Managing theatre : Mentoring new staff : Scrub in theatre Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment, expected outcomes and discharge instructions, serving as advisory resource to patients and families to facilitate recovery. Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer and other diseases. Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs. Advocated for patients' physical, psychosocial, developmental, spiritual and emotional needs during planning. Motivated nursing staff to pursue advanced training and collaborated with unit leaders to identify skill needs.
  • Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to devise and manage individualized plans of care. Reviewed charts weekly to complete quality control checks. Responded to behavioral and medical crises codes. Conducted rounds with physicians, advising physicians on patients' conditions and assisting in coordinating diagnostic testing and follow up appointments to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Scrub Nurse

Netcare Pholoso
02.2019 - 01.2020
  • Responsibilities : Scrub for all disciplines Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures. Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices. Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures. Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms. Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Scrub Nurse

Netcare Unitas
06.2017 - 08.2019
  • Responsibilities : Scrubbing for endo and open vascular cases.

Senior Professional Nurse

MediClinic
03.2008 - 10.2017
  • Second in-charge of theatre and scrubbing for all disciplines, if need be. Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions. Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families. Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake. Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians. Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education

Professinal Nurse

MediClinic
06.2003 - 10.2007
  • Scrubbing daily for all disciplines. Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills. Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake. Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols. Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families. Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients. Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies. Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated. Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans. Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care. Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses. Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient. Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care. Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency

Enrolled Nurse

MediClinic
05.1998 - 03.2001
  • Assist in all anesthesia and circulating for all theatre disciplines.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Onboarded new temps by entering employee information into systems

Education

Diploma in Nursing Education -

University of Pretoria
Pretoria
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Nursing (Education And Administration) -

University of Pretoria
Pretoria
04.2001 -

Diploma in Operating Theatre Nursing -

University Of Pretoria
Pretoria
04.2001 -

B Tech Degree: Occupational Health Nursing Science -

Tshwane University Of Technology
Tshwane
04.2001 -

Diploma in Nursing Administration -

Tshwane University Of Technology
Tshwane
04.2001 -

Certificate in Operating Room Nursing Science -

MediClinic
Limpopo
04.2001 -

Diploma in General Nursing -

MediClinic Limpopo Learning Centre
Limpopo
04.2001 -

Matric -

Magadangela High School
Limpopo
04.2001 -

Skills

Ability to work as a team

Languages

English
Afrikaans
Sepedi
Ndebele
Zulu

References

  • Sir Meshal - OR HeadNurse - Alhada Haspitt Contact +966 59 410 7702
  • Regina Mokobodi- Acting Operating Manager, Mankweng Hospital- Concact No +27782892877
  • Nelie Venter- Deputy Nurse Manager, Netcare Ferncrest - Contact No +27145684334 Lilly
  • Modise- Theatre Unit manager, Netcare Pholoso - Contact No +27152966655
  • Nkhensani Rikhotso- HR manager, Mediclinic Polokwane- Contact No +27152903836
  • Caroline Magopa- Theatre manager, Netcare Unitas- Contact No +2712677800

Timeline

Staffnurse 1 or Speciality

Alhada Armed Forces Hospital
10.2023 - Current

Operating Theatre Nurse

Mankweng Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2023

Clinical Nurse Specialist

Netcare Ferncrest
01.2021 - 05.2022

Scrub Nurse

Netcare Pholoso
02.2019 - 01.2020

Scrub Nurse

Netcare Unitas
06.2017 - 08.2019

Senior Professional Nurse

MediClinic
03.2008 - 10.2017

Professinal Nurse

MediClinic
06.2003 - 10.2007

Diploma in Nursing Education -

University of Pretoria
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Nursing (Education And Administration) -

University of Pretoria
04.2001 -

Diploma in Operating Theatre Nursing -

University Of Pretoria
04.2001 -

B Tech Degree: Occupational Health Nursing Science -

Tshwane University Of Technology
04.2001 -

Diploma in Nursing Administration -

Tshwane University Of Technology
04.2001 -

Certificate in Operating Room Nursing Science -

MediClinic
04.2001 -

Diploma in General Nursing -

MediClinic Limpopo Learning Centre
04.2001 -

Matric -

Magadangela High School
04.2001 -

Enrolled Nurse

MediClinic
05.1998 - 03.2001

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