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3/34 Waiwera Place Waiwera 0994 Auckland New Zealand 21.09.1984 [email protected]
Rebecca J Edwards
Personal Statement
I consider myself to be self-motivated, organised and capable of working under pressure. I have a clear, logical mind with a practical approach to problem solving and a drive to see things through to completion. I enjoy working on my own initiative or in a team. I show pride in all the work I do, I possess excellent verbal communication skills and am able to relate to a wide range of people. All these skills have been enhanced during all the work experiences I have gained over the years. In short, I am reliable, trustworthy, hardworking and eager to learn.
Work & TrainingExperience.
Clinical Support Rem Systems Ltd (New Zealand) February 2015- Present.
Product responsibilities: Tornier, Wright Medical and Linvatec Sports
Medicine products, MTF and AAP. Trained in Tornier shoulder arthroplasty
products such as the Aequalis Ascend Flex convertible shoulder system, Simpliciti shoulder system, Aequalis Reversed II and Aequalis Reverse Facture.
Trained in Tornier elbow arthroplasty Latitude and Latitude EV system.
Trained in Tornier Salto mobile and fixed ankle replacement, Stabilis plating system, MaxLock Extreme, EdgeLock Calcaneal sliding osteotomy plate, Mini MaxLock Extreme plating system, wave plate, Forefoot set etc.
All Wright Medical products, including extremities and Biologics.
Trained in Conmed Linvatec Sports Medicine, including Rotator cuff anchors, Stabilisation anchors, Bicep Tenodesis Anchors and Graftmax for ACL reconstruction.
Trained in MTF tendons and bone allograft. Trained in AAP plating and reconstruction
systems.
Key Responsibilities: Develop strong communication with subject
leaders such as Physicians, Charge nurses, Scrub Nurses, CSSD staff and hospital managers.
Provide clinical support to surgeons and scrub nurses during theatre cases.
Organise in service training to staff members of various hospital groups on our medical products.
Take the lead role in training other sales personnel when products are added to the portfolio.
Continuous company meetings and training to update and obtain in-depth knowledge on the subject of different orthopaedic products and developments.
Expertly guide the user of the equipment and the surgical teams during the use of the company’s product, to ensure successful outcomes for surgeons and patients.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with key customers.
Trouble shooting and problem solving during and after theatre cases.
Theatre Practitioner Trauma Orthopaedics Northampton General Hospital (UK) November 2013 – December 2014
Patient preparation for surgery; hand over from ward Nurse as well anaesthetic monitoring.
Ability to monitor vital signs. Identify and hold responsibility for all
instrumentation within the operating theatre ensuring sterile behaviours.
Perioperative checks; swab, instrument and needle count.
Within orthopaedic theatres I am able to independently scrub for a variety of cases including; hip and knee replacements.
Working within trauma theatres I am independently able to scrub for various operations; cannulated hip screws, ORIF (Open Reduction Internal Fixation) as well as hemiarthroplasty.
Regular liaising with surgeons and anaesthetists to ensure effective and safe care given.
Embedded excellent patient care and nursing skills, developed throughout my previous
training. Strong and effective communication skills with
my interdisciplinary team and patients alike.
Student Adult Nurse Northampton General Hospital (UK)June 2009 - November 2013
Maintenance, promotion and restoration of patient health whilst following procedures; within NMC guidelines.
Following patient protocol as a student nurse; gaining patient consent.
Adhere to instructions of Clinical Instructor. Ensure knowledge of patient needs,
understanding any diagnosis given and pre-existing medical conditions.
Administration of fluids; input and output. Prepare and administer medications (under
supervision). Admission and discharge of patients; control of
daily car plans. Preparing and maintaining IV drugs, ECG
monitoring. Equip and prepare patients for theatre
procedures; including care plans. Observe general hospital hygiene rules; both
ward and patient. Completing care plans daily for each patient.
Trauma & Orthopaedics Theatre Support Worker Northampton General Hospital (UK) August 2004 - June 2009
Supported theatre staff both anaesthetics and scrub aspects.
Provided a high level of patient continued care, ensuring relevant after care information is given.
Theatre skills developed, equipment check, patient documentation, maintaining a serial field, patient preparation for anaesthetic alongside circulating in theatre.
Scrub nurse for minor cases, carpel tunnel releases and knee arthroscopies.
Health Care Assistant (Orthopaedic Ward)
Education:
Northampton General Hospital (UK) June 2004 - August 2004
Provided high level nursing care to patients with trauma and orthopaedic related conditions.
Assisted patients with their daily living routines including hygiene, nutrition and emotional wellbeing.
Utilised a range of skills to provide coping strategies allowing for patient independence alongside Health Care Assistant support.
Development of both verbal and non-verbal communication skills appreciating the importance of the nurse-patient relationship.
House hold buildings and contents insurance adviser Nationwide Building Society May 2002- June 2004.
Advise customers on building and contents insurance cover.
Excellent telephone and communication skills. PC literate on windows. Utilised a range of skills in office eg: filling,
printing and organisation of own work.
December 2013 – The Open University; The Diploma of Higher Education in Adult Nursing
Certificate in health and social care. (2010) Certificate of higher education in healthcare
practice. (2011) SKYN277 Human Biology. (2013) KYN292 Refining adult nursing practice. (2013)
July 2009 – OCR Level 2 Certificate; Adult NumeracyJuly 2009 – OCR Level 1 Certificate; Adult Numeracy
June 2008 - City & Guilds NVQ Level 3; Perioperative Care (Surgical Support) in Northampton General Hospital (UK)
October 2007 - City & Guilds NVQ Level 3; Perioperative Care (Surgical Support) in Northampton General Hospital (UK).
1999-2001Campion Secondary School, Northampton G.C.S.E10, G.C.S.E’s
References: Scott Wilson Brian WilsherRem Systems Rem Systems69 Elizabeth Knox Place 69 Elizabeth Knox PlaceGlen Innes Glen InnesAuckland AucklandNew Zealand New Zealand1072 [email protected] [email protected]
