ISIDRO L CRUZ JR
Bicester,United Kingdom
Summary
Skilled Surgical First Assistant with extensive experience in surgical preparation and postoperative support. Expertise in maintaining instruments and anticipating procedural needs enhances team efficiency and patient safety. Known for fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes. Committed to continuous learning and contributing to team success through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Surgical First Assistant
The Manor Hospital Nuffield Health
Oxford , Oxfordshire
08.2025 - Current
- Performed tissue dissection, managed hemostasis, and facilitated wound closure in surgical settings.
- Provided surgical support to help surgeon execute safe operations and procedures resulting in positive patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with the surgical team to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.
- Communicated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care strategies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology principles when assisting with various surgical techniques and procedures.
Surgical Assistant/ Theatre Scrub Practitioner
The Manor Hospital/Locum Agency
Headington, Oxford
12.2011 - 08.2025
- Assisted surgeons in a variety of minor and major surgical procedures.
- Assisted surgeons during procedures by preparing instruments and maintaining sterile environments.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure patient safety and comfort throughout surgeries.
- Monitored supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for scheduled surgical procedures.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient care in the operating room environment.
- Provided training and guidance to junior staff on best practices in surgical assistance.
- Exhibited confidence to work extremely well under pressure and with a variety of physicians of different temperaments.
Advanced Scrub Practitioner/Band 7
Elective Orthopaedic Centre (EOC) SWLEOC
Epsom, Surrey
09.2009 - 11.2011
- Delivered exceptional patient care in elective orthopedic procedures.
- Assisted in pre-operative assessments and patient education sessions.
- Coordinated post-operative follow-ups to ensure patient satisfaction.
- Implemented best practices for infection control and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment plans.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Participated in multi-disciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and strategies for improvement.
- Monitored patient progress over time utilizing standardized scales and assessments tools.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for compliance.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize service delivery.
- Oversaw team of healthcare staff to keep operations in compliance with regulatory and care standards.
- Assisted clients in developing life skills, such as problem solving, communication, decision making, self-care and social interaction.
Senior Scrub Practitioner (Band 6)/ Recovery Nurse
The Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre NHS Trust
Headington, Oxford
06.2001 - 08.2009
- Conducted assessments and evaluations to determine patient needs and progress.
- Managed patient care plans and coordinated treatment with multidisciplinary teams.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient recovery and rehabilitation.
- Monitored patient progress over time utilizing standardized scales and assessment tools.
- Participated in multi-disciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and strategies for improvement.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to improve service delivery standards.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and health management strategies.
- Supervised junior practitioners and provided mentorship on best practices.
- Offered guidance around setting realistic goals for recovery based on individual strengths and limitations.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, therapeutic interventions and outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention services during times of acute distress or emergency situations.
- Advised patients about diet, nutrition and other lifestyle behaviors to promote health and disease prevention.
Anaesthetic and Recovery Nurse (Band 5)
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
Oxford, Oxfordshire
10.1999 - 05.2001
- Administered post-anesthesia care to patients recovering from surgery.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, height and weight measurements.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, and oxygen therapy according to physician orders.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions to ensure continuity of care and support clinical decision-making.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans and improve recovery outcomes.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and patient response to treatment.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when developing individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Educated patients and families about recovery processes and discharge instructions.
- Assisted in implementation of discharge planning activities by providing education about recovery services available post-discharge.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood work or EKGs under the supervision of a physician.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Delivered compassionate emotional support to patients in distress. to patients during the recovery phase.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition, exercise routines, medication management, and lifestyle modifications.
- Responded promptly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support techniques when needed.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes and care plans in electronic medical record system.
- Met departmental objectives by enhancing patient care standards. and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Surgical Ward Nurse/ Operating Room Scrub Nurse
Lung Centre of the Philippines
Quezon City, Metro Manila
09.1993 - 07.1999
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Monitored patient vital signs and promptly reported changes to healthcare team to ensure timely intervention.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormal findings to the physician.
- Provided direct patient care to a variety of patients in the ward, including assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
- Assisted with medical procedures such as IV insertion and wound dressing changes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases or plan for discharge.
- Identified potential problems that may arise during hospitalization using evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Delivered medications and treatments following physician orders.
- Administered medications and treatments according to doctor's orders.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems to ensure continuity of care and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, medications administered.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols in the ward environment.
- Ensured patient safety by implementing fall prevention protocols, monitoring oxygen levels, and assessing skin integrity.
- Conducted regular rounds on all assigned patients to assess their condition and progress towards goals.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as cardiac arrest or stroke alert activation.
- Assisted in coordinating discharge planning for patients transitioning home.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery strategies to promote understanding and compliance.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications, post-discharge instructions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during hospital stays.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for dying patients and their families.
- Actively participated in continuing education activities related to nursing practices, policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, medications administered.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Enhance Surgical First Assistant And Suturing
Nottingham University Hospital NHS Trust
Nottingham11-2024
Surgical First Assistant - Healthcare and Science
University of Greenwich
London, ENG07-2017
Mentorship Qualification - Healthcare and Science
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, OXF01-2009
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Healthcare and Science
Arellano University
Manila, Philippines05-1992
Skills
- Surgical First Assistant
- Theatre Scrub Nurse
- Surgical Assistance
- Orthopaedics
- Trauma
- Trauma Surgery
- Spine Surgery
- General Surgery
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Shoulder Replacement
- Joint Replacement
- ACL Reconstruction
- Soft Tissue Reconstruction
- Ligament Reconstruction
- Sports Injury Operations
- Arthroscopic Procedures
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Endoscopic Procedures
- Plastic Surgery
- Cosmetic Procedures
- Oral Surgery
- Patient Positioning
- Catheterization
- Tourniquet Application
- Health and Safety
- Theatre Team Liaison
- Stryker
- Depuy
- Smith & Nephew
- Corin
- GMK
- Medacta
- JRI
- Zimmer Biomet
- Archos
- Arthrex
- Health and Safety
Affiliations
- Nursing And Midwifery Council (NMC), 00815810
- Association of Perioperative Practice (AFPP), 33434
Languages
English, Fluent
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing B.S.N. (Graduate full Honors)
- Nursing And Midwifery Council (Registered) NMC Licence no. OOB15810
Timeline
Certified Surgical First Assistant
The Manor Hospital Nuffield Health
08.2025 - Current
Surgical Assistant/ Theatre Scrub Practitioner
The Manor Hospital/Locum Agency
12.2011 - 08.2025
Advanced Scrub Practitioner/Band 7
Elective Orthopaedic Centre (EOC) SWLEOC
09.2009 - 11.2011
Senior Scrub Practitioner (Band 6)/ Recovery Nurse
The Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre NHS Trust
06.2001 - 08.2009
Anaesthetic and Recovery Nurse (Band 5)
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
10.1999 - 05.2001
Surgical Ward Nurse/ Operating Room Scrub Nurse
Lung Centre of the Philippines
09.1993 - 07.1999
Post-Graduate Certificate - Enhance Surgical First Assistant And Suturing
Nottingham University Hospital NHS Trust
Surgical First Assistant - Healthcare and Science
University of Greenwich
Mentorship Qualification - Healthcare and Science
Oxford Brookes University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Healthcare and Science
Arellano University