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I help deliver high-quality lectures, workshops, and training sessions to educate healthcare professionals, and students in the field of craniomaxillofacial surgery.I seek to develop and implement effective teaching methodologies to ensure a comprehensive understanding and practical application of craniomaxillofacial surgical techniques.Provide mentorship and guidance to aspiring operating room practitioners, fostering their growth and expertise in the field.I have advanced… Show more I help deliver high-quality lectures, workshops, and training sessions to educate healthcare professionals, and students in the field of craniomaxillofacial surgery.I seek to develop and implement effective teaching methodologies to ensure a comprehensive understanding and practical application of craniomaxillofacial surgical techniques.Provide mentorship and guidance to aspiring operating room practitioners, fostering their growth and expertise in the field.I have advanced technical knowledge and expertise in craniomaxillofacial surgical procedures, including but not limited to facial trauma reconstruction, orthognathic surgery, and craniofacial anomaly correction.My passion for education is the driving force behind my career. Throughout my journey, I have had the privilege of mentoring many Operating Room Practitioners. I believe in fostering the growth of the next generation of healthcare professionals through engaging and interactive teaching methodologies.I am highly dedicated to mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals, sharing knowledge, and fostering growth in the field of craniomaxillofacial surgery. I am eager to collaborate with like-minded professionals, researchers, and educators to drive impactful change in the field of craniomaxillofacial surgery and education. Show less

Returning for a 1 Year secondment. I strive to demonstrate effective leadership skills, supporting the Clinical Site Manager in service development and lead as delegated on the implementation of any of these changes.I help to proactively manage the flow through the site and maintain key performance targets e.g. 4hrs, 18 weeks, all divisional clinical pathways. To maintain an overview of TCIs and elective work, supporting the creation of bed capacity to prevent the cancellation of… Show more Returning for a 1 Year secondment. I strive to demonstrate effective leadership skills, supporting the Clinical Site Manager in service development and lead as delegated on the implementation of any of these changes.I help to proactively manage the flow through the site and maintain key performance targets e.g. 4hrs, 18 weeks, all divisional clinical pathways. To maintain an overview of TCIs and elective work, supporting the creation of bed capacity to prevent the cancellation of elective patients.I can utilise the highest level of interpersonal and communication skills when dealing with complex, sensitive or contentious issues. Communicate effectively with people who are hostile and antagonistic and deal with situations involving physical and verbal aggression.I can manage developing crises in order to deal with complicated events, problems or illness and formulate plans utilising a range of options whilst escalating safely and appropriately.I work to actively manage patient demand, working to ensure that all patients are admitted in a timely manner based on clinical priority and patient safety whilst ensuring the achievement of trust related targets.I help streamline the patient’s journey time through the Emergency Department, working with the clinical teams to ensure bottlenecks within the Emergency setting are identified and escalated resulting in systems being in place to resolve and expedite patient flow where possible and safe; within the 4 hour performance window.I help with verification of expected death following hospital policy, working to support bereaved relatives and accompany them to the mortuary when required. I also facilitate the release of bodies out of hours, in line with Trust policy.I work to respond promptly to all safeguarding concerns and escalate these as required, following our internal and external frameworks to ensure patients are kept safe6 Month Secondment - covering staff over extended leave of absence. Show less

Responsibilities includeOrganizing operating lists according to clinical priorityOverseeing appropriate skill mixes and mentoring staff where training is required.Ensuring that appropriate instrumentation is available for the wide variety of cases the Emergency department covers is available at a moments notice, or take steps to correct an equipment issue.Being directly responsible for my staffs welfare and pastoral support, offering one-to-one counselling, support and signpost… Show more Responsibilities includeOrganizing operating lists according to clinical priorityOverseeing appropriate skill mixes and mentoring staff where training is required.Ensuring that appropriate instrumentation is available for the wide variety of cases the Emergency department covers is available at a moments notice, or take steps to correct an equipment issue.Being directly responsible for my staffs welfare and pastoral support, offering one-to-one counselling, support and signpost guidance when appropriate, as well as annual appraisals.Ensure compliance with trust policies, procedures and UK/International laws. I ensure that I am briefed with the most recent changes and filter them down to frontline staff as appropriate.Independently solve problems under my own initiative, and seeking further guidance from the multi-disciplinary team as required.I have solid experience in overall theatre co-ordination, often being the assigned Theatre Co-ordinator. This role places me in charge of the department on a strategic level for the day, often working with other surgical specialities to ensure that patients are operated on in a timely and within a clinically appropriate timeline and suitable environment.I often take this role during the night shift, being the sole senior member of the department on duty. This role really lets my problem solving abilities shine and be improved upon, as we work with reduced numbers and an altered operating criteria. I am currently responsible for implementing the Band 4 Assistant Theatre Practitioner programme within Emergency Surgery. This programme introduces apprenticeship based learning and development through practical assessment combined with work-based theory.I have practical scrub experience in the following areas.General Surgery (Open/Laparoscopic)Upper GIMax-faxENTTrauma and OrthopedicsBurns & PlasticsHandsUrologyVascular Renal (transplantation)"Code Red Emergencies"- immediate surgery requiring flexible thinking Show less

Redeployed to the largest Critical Care in Europe to assist with treating COVID patients requiring intensive support.Skills have been gained in patient assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patient’s condition and care with support from the nurse in charge and medical personnel.Able to manage large volumes of dynamic work effectively and safely to the best of my ability.Identify sudden or subtle changes in a patient’s medical condition.Deliver regular… Show more Redeployed to the largest Critical Care in Europe to assist with treating COVID patients requiring intensive support.Skills have been gained in patient assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patient’s condition and care with support from the nurse in charge and medical personnel.Able to manage large volumes of dynamic work effectively and safely to the best of my ability.Identify sudden or subtle changes in a patient’s medical condition.Deliver regular updates to doctors, patients, and their family members.Begin treatment and monitor doses. Manage large amounts of I.V medications and plan replacements in advance to ensure continuation of medication.If necessary, respond to a medical emergency and identify the degradation of a patients condition, working independently to assess and respond.Able to seamlessly integrate with a new team and work alongside them effectively with the minimum of disruption.I am also the responsible "Point of Contact" for the Redeployed Theatre workforce on the night shift, being responsible for the wellbeing of redeployed staff. I assist them with any problem areas such as training gaps, conflict resolution within Critical Care as well as long term mental health and wellbeing needs. Show less

I am currently employed in an Emergency Operating Department, as part of the Major Trauma Service for the West Midlands.This department does not perform elective operations, and instead focuses on expedited and critical cases.In terms of surgical experience, I am experienced in the following areasGeneral Surgery - covering open and laparoscopic workPlastic / Hand Surgery - all areas including flap work and re-implantationsEar, Nose and Throat SurgeryVascular… Show more I am currently employed in an Emergency Operating Department, as part of the Major Trauma Service for the West Midlands.This department does not perform elective operations, and instead focuses on expedited and critical cases.In terms of surgical experience, I am experienced in the following areasGeneral Surgery - covering open and laparoscopic workPlastic / Hand Surgery - all areas including flap work and re-implantationsEar, Nose and Throat SurgeryVascular SurgeryUrologyRenal Transplantation and Retrieval assistance.I have gained advanced knowledge in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery, where I have undertaken the AOCMF course in Principles of Craniomaxillofacial Managagement and ORP. This has equipped me with a deeper understanding of the needs of a surgical team and supporting the patient throughout the operative journey.In addition, I have been the primary Scrub Nurse for numerous "Code Red" situations, where a patient is transferred immediately to theatre following a major trauma.These are life-saving, time critical operations that require a deep understanding and a robust mindset in order to stay one step ahead to ensure a smoother operation.As a Scrub Nurse, I have gained experience in:• Preparing all the necessary complex instruments and equipment including microscopes, endoscopes before the procedures begin.• Working with the surgeon to provide instruments, needles, swabs and other materials as required • Taking responsibility for the surgical instruments, equipment and swabs • Acting as a link between the surgical team and other parts of the theatre and hospital through effective and concise communication. Show less

• Required to maintain discipline throughout the unit, working with the Senior and Deputy Midshipmen to ensure that good conduct and integrity is upheld• Appointed by the Commanding Officer to lead a section of 20 students throughout service to the unit, being responsible for each individual’s welfare and training• Able to effectively lead and motivate a team to efficiently challenge logistical and staffing issues, and support team members through an individual training… Show more • Required to maintain discipline throughout the unit, working with the Senior and Deputy Midshipmen to ensure that good conduct and integrity is upheld• Appointed by the Commanding Officer to lead a section of 20 students throughout service to the unit, being responsible for each individual’s welfare and training• Able to effectively lead and motivate a team to efficiently challenge logistical and staffing issues, and support team members through an individual training process.• Trained to navigate using maritime equipment and charts to determine a ships current location.• Trained in the pilotage of P2000 patrol ships, and able to effectively pilot them through rough and treacherous weather.• Experience has also been gained in adventure activities, causality evacuation, and public events such as the NATO summit held in Cardiff Show less

• Appointed by the Students Union to represent the faculties of Health, Midwifery and Social work at Academic Council meetings throughout the year• Tasked to gather the views of students in the School/Faculty through liaison with course level student representatives such as Student Academic Leaders and Student Ambassadors including those at franchised colleges,• I regularly communicate with Course and Student Academic leaders that are under my authority to assess the needs of the… Show more • Appointed by the Students Union to represent the faculties of Health, Midwifery and Social work at Academic Council meetings throughout the year• Tasked to gather the views of students in the School/Faculty through liaison with course level student representatives such as Student Academic Leaders and Student Ambassadors including those at franchised colleges,• I regularly communicate with Course and Student Academic leaders that are under my authority to assess the needs of the students so that appropriate action can be taken to address issues that they raise.• I regularly attend School Academic Boards and other Faculty/School level committees as appropriate and raise relevant student issues on behalf of fellow students to appropriate persons.• I have received training in Safeguarding Young Persons, Team working and effective leadership, Equality/Diversity and Data protection and I am able to apply these concepts to the workplace. Show less

• Entrusted to carry out the full duties of a regular Police Officer in a voluntary capacity• High amounts of discipline from dealing with mentally challenging situations • Solid communication skills refined by dealing with members of the public who may be aggressive, confused or of weakened mental disposition• Easily able to adapt to any situation quickly and responsibly, as well as be pro-active with the use of the power that has been entrusted to me in order to potentially stop… Show more • Entrusted to carry out the full duties of a regular Police Officer in a voluntary capacity• High amounts of discipline from dealing with mentally challenging situations • Solid communication skills refined by dealing with members of the public who may be aggressive, confused or of weakened mental disposition• Easily able to adapt to any situation quickly and responsibly, as well as be pro-active with the use of the power that has been entrusted to me in order to potentially stop trouble before it happens• Capable of working with other Police Officers, PSCOs and Special Constables to reach the best possible conclusion to any situation, bringing in other services if required Show less

Responsible for the care for campers on a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio. Campers had a range of disabilities from cognitive such as Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, and general learning difficulties to physical needs such as paraplegia, muscular dystrophy and Prada-Willi Syndrome, although that list is not exhaustive. Duties included assisting campers with Hygiene needs such as showers and changing, feeding campers when necessary and ensuring that individual requirements are met. I learned how to communicate… Show more Responsible for the care for campers on a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio. Campers had a range of disabilities from cognitive such as Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, and general learning difficulties to physical needs such as paraplegia, muscular dystrophy and Prada-Willi Syndrome, although that list is not exhaustive. Duties included assisting campers with Hygiene needs such as showers and changing, feeding campers when necessary and ensuring that individual requirements are met. I learned how to communicate with campers with speech and language impediments by using tools such as picture books, visual aids and hand gestures Show less

• Responsible for the maintenance of each piece of equipment, including basic repairs and cleaning • Able to give advice for gym patrons about exercise and nutrition, physically demonstrating exercises and assisting in the delivery of set classes, providing motivation and direction to clients • Tasked to increase motivation levels in clients by actively conversing with them on the gym floor, discussing goals and personal motivations to train and building on that to further increase… Show more • Responsible for the maintenance of each piece of equipment, including basic repairs and cleaning • Able to give advice for gym patrons about exercise and nutrition, physically demonstrating exercises and assisting in the delivery of set classes, providing motivation and direction to clients • Tasked to increase motivation levels in clients by actively conversing with them on the gym floor, discussing goals and personal motivations to train and building on that to further increase determination • Experienced in Promotions, from running stalls in Swansea City Centre actively engaging with the public to distributing leaflets to households and public areas to raise awareness about the Gym Show less

• Commanded Aid Posts in major music festivals such as Beach Break Live and Escape in the Park• Medical Manager for T in the Park Festival 2011/12, Main Arena, working alongside St. Andrews First Aid• Involved in staffing the London Olympics 2012, and tasked with First Aid Education to the public and Service Provision • Responsible for the administration and training of 15+ volunteers • Responsible for co-ordinating communications between training staff, lead… Show more • Commanded Aid Posts in major music festivals such as Beach Break Live and Escape in the Park• Medical Manager for T in the Park Festival 2011/12, Main Arena, working alongside St. Andrews First Aid• Involved in staffing the London Olympics 2012, and tasked with First Aid Education to the public and Service Provision • Responsible for the administration and training of 15+ volunteers • Responsible for co-ordinating communications between training staff, lead facilitators andother managers to provide staff for events of various sizes• Experienced in First Aid, Medical Gasses and in the use of Automated External Defibrillators• Experienced in driving 4X4 Ambulances and regular Ambulances with patients on board Show less