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Liam Mc Ardle

Palmerstown,Ireland

Summary

Theatre nurse with expertise in multiple sub-specialties, particularly orthopaedics. Strong collaborator focused on supporting team members to improve patient care. Utilizes extensive perioperative experience to prioritize clinical needs effectively. Maintains composure and sound judgement in high-pressure environments while committed to educating and empowering students and staff to uphold high standards of care and patient safety.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Theatre nurse

Emerald Nursing
Dublin, Ireland
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Actively engaged with Emerald Nursing Agency across various hospitals and operating rooms in Dublin.
  • Expanded surgical expertise beyond orthopaedics to include general surgery, urology, and plastics.
  • Acquired diverse knowledge in multiple specialties to enhance patient care quality.

Theatre nurse

Nelson Hospital
Nelson, New Zealand
10.2023 - 05.2025
  • Supported education initiatives for orthopaedic trauma and arthroplasty teams.
  • Enhanced leadership skills to promote effective team management and patient care.
  • Advanced knowledge in orthopaedics through extensive experience.
  • Collaborated with an exceptional team, gaining insights into various surgical specialties.
  • Focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes through skilled team coordination.

Theatre nurse

Auckland City Hospital
Auckland, New Zealand
10.2022 - 07.2023
  • Provided specialised orthopaedic services within New Zealand's largest public teaching hospital.
  • Covered diverse surgical specialties including acute major trauma, general surgery, vascular surgery, and neurosurgery.
  • Concentrated on managing highly complex health needs necessitating immediate and expert care.
  • Obtained invaluable experience in orthopaedic trauma.

Theatre nurse

MercyAscot Hospitals
Epsom, Auckland, New Zealand
03.2021 - 09.2022
  • Supported consultant surgeons in performing primary joint arthroplasty and elective orthopaedic procedures at both Mercy and Ascot locations.
  • Gained valuable experience in surgical first assistant roles.
  • Became more exposed to navigation surgery for arthoplasty and spinal surgery.
  • Prepared patients for surgery with pre-operative checks, reducing anxiety and promoting trust.


Theatre nurse

Cappagh National Orthopaedic Hospital (CNOH)
Dublin, Ireland
11.2019 - 01.2021
  • Invaluable experience and exposure in complex orthopaedic procedures, including difficult primary and revision arthroplasty, spinal deformity corrections, sports injuries, orthopaedic oncology such as primary bone and soft tissue tumours.
  • Effectively managed trauma cases with teams during Covid-19 pandemic, following strict guidelines to prevent spread of virus.
  • Greater understanding of limb deformity corrections through lengthening and reconstruction techniques.
  • Gained invaluable experience at CNOH, collaborating with a skilled surgical team whom I give credit for continuing my passion in the orthopaedic specialty.

Theatre Nurse

Hermitage Medical Clinic
Dublin, Ireland
12.2017 - 04.2020
  • Began perioperative nursing career by collaborating with consultant surgeons in a leading private hospital.


  • Assisted in total hip and knee replacements, shoulder replacements, and trauma procedures.
  • Trained in scrub, circulating, and recovery phases of theatre operations.
  • Experienced in skin preparation and draping techniques for surgical procedures.
  • Worked effectively in general, neurosurgery, anaesthetics, and PACU settings for over six months during my postgraduate studies.
  • Demonstrated skills in safe positioning of patients under anaesthetic.

Nursing student intern

Nursing Internship, North-East Regional Hospitals
Drogheda; Our Lady’s Hospital, Navan, Ireland
01.2017 - 09.2017
  • I have worked as a full-time intern for my BSc degree in General Nursing. I gained experience throughout the North-East regions of Ireland in my nursing degree and have been involved in both medical and surgical areas.

Healthcare assistant

Nurse-On-Call Agency
Dublin, Ireland
08.2015 - 01.2017
  • Gained experience working across multiple hospitals in Dublin region as Healthcare Assistant.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, including hygiene and nutrition.
  • Supported patients in addressing physical and personal needs to enhance comfort.

Healthcare Assistant - Theatre Department

Hermitage Medical Clinic
Dublin, Ireland
05.2016 - 09.2016
  • Acquired foundational knowledge of operating theatre procedures and protocols.
  • Developed a strong passion for surgical nursing through first-hand experience.
  • Gained insights into essential routines and work ethics of proficient theatre nurses.

Barista

The Phoenix Café
Dublin, Ireland
06.2010 - 09.2015
  • Accumulated five years of experience in café setting during formative years.
  • Refined organisational and teamwork capabilities through collaborative tasks.
  • Improved communication skills by serving a varied customer base.
  • Maintained service excellence to meet public expectations.

Education

Postgraduate - Perioperative Nursing Foundation Programme

The Hermitage Medical Clinic
Dublin, Leinster
01.2018 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Science (Honours) - General Nursing

Dundalk Institute of Technology
Dundalk, Louth
09.2013 - 09.2017

Skills

  • Risk assessment capabilities
  • Surgical instruments knowledge
  • Cultural awareness in healthcare
  • Composure during surgeries
  • Operation room efficiency
  • Intraoperative procedures knowledge
  • Advanced life support
  • Empathetic communication
  • Patient advocacy
  • Communication proficiency
  • Initiative in emergencies
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Resourcefulness

PERSONAL GOALS

  • To obtain a Masters degree in nursing.
  • To enhance my leadership skills and widen my scope of practice.
  • To commit to life-long learning and professional development and development of others.
  • To better assist in clinical decision making and liaise with different teams in healthcare.
  • To implement policies and procedures to contribute to improving the workplace for teams.

References

  • Monette, Johnston, Charge Nurse Manager, MonetteJohnston@nmdhb.govt.nz, Nelson Hospital, Tipahi Street, Nelson South, 7010
  • Kate, Ellson, Charge Nurse Manager, Kate.Ellson@nmdhb.govt.nz, Nelson Hospital, Tipahi Street, Nelson South, 7010
  • Tracey, Sadlier, Orthopaedic Charge Nurse 2, TSadlier@adhb.govt.nz, Auckland City Hospital, Level 8, Grafton Road


Timeline

Theatre nurse

Emerald Nursing
06.2025 - 08.2025

Theatre nurse

Nelson Hospital
10.2023 - 05.2025

Theatre nurse

Auckland City Hospital
10.2022 - 07.2023

Theatre nurse

MercyAscot Hospitals
03.2021 - 09.2022

Theatre nurse

Cappagh National Orthopaedic Hospital (CNOH)
11.2019 - 01.2021

Postgraduate - Perioperative Nursing Foundation Programme

The Hermitage Medical Clinic
01.2018 - 09.2018

Theatre Nurse

Hermitage Medical Clinic
12.2017 - 04.2020

Nursing student intern

Nursing Internship, North-East Regional Hospitals
01.2017 - 09.2017

Healthcare Assistant - Theatre Department

Hermitage Medical Clinic
05.2016 - 09.2016

Healthcare assistant

Nurse-On-Call Agency
08.2015 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Science (Honours) - General Nursing

Dundalk Institute of Technology
09.2013 - 09.2017

Barista

The Phoenix Café
06.2010 - 09.2015

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