Susmi Chengalathil Mohandas

Operation Theatre, Cork University Hospital, has 11 theatres.

Oversaw ortho, neuro, plastic, breast, hepato-biliary, colorectal, maxillofacial, urology, emergency and gynae theaters at Cork University Hospital.

• Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Ordered supplies needed in the operating room while maintaining budgetary guidelines set forth by management personnel.
• Working as an anesthetic nurse.
• Reported any issues or concerns regarding patient safety or quality of care immediately to supervisor or charge nurse.
• Doing on-call for emergency cases. Weekend cases.
• Responded quickly to any emergency situations that arose in the operating room or recovery area.
• Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered.
• Educated patients about the importance of proper wound care following surgery or other treatments.
• Assisted surgeons in the operating room by providing sterile instruments and supplies.
• Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure. during surgery.
• Provided assistance to physicians during patient examinations and treatments.
• Ensured that all of the necessary equipment was available before each procedure.
• Assisted with post-operative care including wound dressing changes and suture removal.
• Participated in quality assurance activities designed to improve patient outcomes.
• Cared for patients before, during, and after operations by changing dressings, cleaning wounds, monitoring vital signs.
• Maintained accurate records regarding patient care services performed.
• Disposed of contaminated materials in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Identified and assembled surgical trays for specific procedures.
• Adhered to infection control standards when handling instruments and equipment.
• Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis according to established protocols.
• Collected data related to surgical cases including diagnosis codes, operative times, specimen types and weights.
• Observed universal precautions at all times while performing duties within the operating room setting.
• Attended educational programs provided by the facility to stay abreast of new advances in healthcare technology.
• Observed body language, movement, and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
• Consulted medical sources to gain knowledge of emerging and updated procedures and select equipment for procedures or treatments.
• Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
• Collaborated with practitioners to develop and implement patient care plans and evaluate various factors.
• Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.

Operation theatre - KFSH&RC has 32 operation theatres.

• Demonstrated strong leadership in coordinating operating room teams.
• Supported onboarding of new team members.
• Safety reporting to a higher authority.
• Ensured cleanliness and safety across patient care and staff areas.
• Handled on-call responsibilities for emergency cases.
• Assisted anaesthetic team in delivering high-quality care.
• Responded quickly to any emergency situations that arose in the operating room or recovery area.
• Educated patients about the importance of proper wound care following surgery or other treatments.
• Ensured smooth transition of care to recovery and anaesthetic nurses.
• Ensured surgeons had sterile instruments and supplies.
• Captured and recorded key vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure during surgery.
• Assisted physicians during patient exams and treatments.
• Verified availability of necessary equipment prior to each procedure.
• Cared for patients before, during, and after operations by changing dressings, cleaning wounds, monitoring vital signs.
• Maintained accurate records regarding patient care services performed.
• Identified and assembled surgical trays for specific procedures.
• Adhered to infection control standards when handling instruments and equipment.
• Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis according to established protocols.
• Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
• Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
• Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.

Operation Theatre: Aster Mims Hospital has 13 theatres.

Handled multiple surgical specializations including ortho, neuro, plastic, breast, hepato-biliary, colorectal, maxillofacial, urology, emergency and gynae in Aster MIMS Hospital.

Other duties are.

• Reported any issues or concerns regarding patient safety or quality of care immediately to supervisor or charge nurse.
• Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered.
• Assisted surgeons in the operating room by providing sterile instruments and supplies.
• Cared for patients before, during, and after operations by changing dressings, cleaning wounds, monitoring vital signs.
• Maintained accurate records regarding patient care services performed.
• Disposed of contaminated materials in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Adhered to infection control standards when handling instruments and equipment.
• Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis according to established protocols.
• Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.

• Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
• Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
• Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.