Sarah Wyber
Christchurch
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a diverse nursing and education background providing skills and experiences that are able to be utilised in both personal and professional settings. My clinical experience has been predominantly in orthopaedic acute and elective surgeries, with experience caring for surgical patients on a paediatric ward as well. Having worked in both public and private hospitals I have a well rounded knowledge of care provision in these settings. My postgraduate education in public health as assisted in developing my knowledge of the wider socio-cultural health context, societal influences on health as well as the different funding models in the New Zealand health system. I am a dependable employee, a fast learner and work well with others.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Operating Theatre
St Georges Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Major orthopaedic trained, expert level in scrubbing and circulating for joint replacements, including total hip, total knee, total shoulder and revision surgeries.
- Experience scrubbing and circulating using the Stryker robot for joint replacements.
- Expert level in scrubbing for sports medicine surgeries including ACL stabilisations, arthroscopic surgeries, and shoulder stabilisations.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Works well with the interdisciplinary team to deliver high quality care to achieve the best outcomes for the patient.
Scrub/Scout
Lismore Base Hospital
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Quickly developed positive relationships with a new team and adapted to a new environment.
- Built on existing knowledge and further developed skills in the orthopaedic trauma theatre scrubbing for ORIFs, femoral and tibial nailings, and revision surgeries.
- Further developed skills in general surgery, scrubbing for bowel resections, laparotomies and laparoscopic surgeries.
- Spent time during out of hours scrubbing and circulating for caeserian sections and minor urology procedures, feeling increasingly confident in these environments.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Wellington Public Hospital
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical and surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse, Operating Theatre
Dunedin Public Hospital
02.2019 - 04.2021
- Developed my nursing practice and excelled quickly as a new graduate nurse, working predominantly in orthopaedic elective and trauma theatres.
- Worked all shifts and on-call therefore gaining exposure to all specialties and high stress environments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Bought a positive attitude and a strong motivation to learn to the workplace.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Public Health
University of Otago
Dunedin, NZ04.2024
Bachelor of Nursing -
Otago Polytechnic
Dunedin, NZ12.2018
Skills
- Excellent at both written and verbal communication
- Proven ability to be able to effectively manage work and study whilst achieving well in both areas
- Sound knowledge of a wide range of surgical procedures and pathophysiology of orthopaedic injuries
- Self-motivated
- Able to work effectively in a team of people with a wide-range of abilities
- Always striving to provide patient centred care, to achieve the best outcomes for the patient
- Proficient PDRP portfolio
Hobbies
In my spare time I enjoy getting into the outdoors, trail running, hiking and skiing. I enjoy travelling and spending time with friends and family.
Timeline
Scrub/Scout
Lismore Base Hospital
10.2024 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse Operating Theatre
St Georges Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Wellington Public Hospital
04.2021 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse, Operating Theatre
Dunedin Public Hospital
02.2019 - 04.2021
Postgraduate Diploma - Public Health
University of Otago
Bachelor of Nursing -
Otago Polytechnic
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