ASHLEIGH JOHNSTONE
Abu Dhabi
Summary
HIGHLY MOTIVATED AND EXPERIENCED NURSE WITH A DISTINGUISHED ACADEMIC BACKGROUND, HOLDING A BSC HONORS IN ADULT NURSING. EXPERIENCED IN PERIOPERATIVE CARE, PEDIATRIC CARE, AND SPECIALIZED NURSING ENVIRONMENTS. SEEKING A SUITABLE POSITION WITHIN ABU DHABII. HOLDS ACTIVE DOH LICENSE, BLS, PALS AND VISA SPONSORSHIP THROUGH NAWAH NUCLEAR. PROVEN SKILLS IN MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAMWORK, ATTENTION TO DETAIL, HOLLISTIC, HIGH QUALITY PATIENT CARE, WITH A PARTICULAR FOCUS ON TEAM LEADERSHIP, PATIENT EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY AND CRISIS MANAGEMENT
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Perioperative Nurse (Scrub, Circulate, LDR)
Ayrshire Maternity Unit
01.2016 - 09.2023
- Provided compassionate, individualised care for each patient and birthing partner while in operating room.
- Led surgical nursing teams in obstetric and gynaecological theatres, ensuring seamless coordination between surgeons, anaesthetists, and support staff.
- Founded and led Scotland’s first EROSS team, delivering evidence-based practice and comprehensive health promotion for elective caesarean section patients, ensuring optimal pre-, intra-, and post-operative outcomes
- Managed complex labour & delivery cases, providing both clinical expertise and emotional support to mothers and families.
- Assisted midwifery teams with all aspects of pre-, intra-, and post-partum care, including high-risk deliveries and neonatal resuscitation.
- Provided anesthesia assistance and post-operative monitoring in both planned and emergency obstetric procedures.
- Implemented labour comfort measures such as Hypnobirthing and Aromatherapy to improve patient outcomes.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff in perioperative and maternity protocols, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Coordinated emergency obstetric responses, demonstrating strong crisis management skills. - Ensured strict compliance with infection control, safety standards, and sterile procedures.
- Promoted a culture of patient-centered care within the operating room & LDR, fostering a positive environment for both patients and staff members alike.
- Adhered to all relevant regulatory and accreditation guidelines, ensuring consistent compliance with established perioperative nursing standards.
Registered Nurse - Surgical High Care
Crosshouse Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Assisted midwifery staff with all aspects of pre, intra, and post-partum care.
- Competent in anaesthesia and neonatal resuscitation.
- Scrub and circulating nurse in operating theatres, ensuring sterile environments and patient safety.
- Assisted with Hypnobirthing and Aromatherapy during labor.
- Administered medication and managed complex procedures, such as venepuncture, cannulation, and emergency obstetric responses.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of the West of Scotland
01.2013
Flying Start/Mentorship Training - undefined
University of the West of Scotland/NHS Ayrshire and Arran
01.2015
Skills
- Basic & Advanced Life Support (Adult, Paedatric & Neonatal)
- Scrub Nurse Competencies
- Anaesthetic Nurse Competencies
- Circulate Nurse Competencies
- PROMPT trained
- Clinical management
- Hypnobirthing
- Patient safety
- Aromatherapy in Labour
- Breastfeeding
- Tube Feeding Neonates
- Venepuncture
- Cannulation
- Safeguarding and Child Protection Training Level 3
- Mental Health First-Aid
- Medical Equipment Proficiency
- Post-Operative Pain Management
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Record Management
Languages
English
Basic Arabic
Personal Information
- Title: Lead School Nurse
- Availability: Available upon request.
- Visa Status: Visa sponsorship through NAWAH NUCLEAR.
Hobbies and Interests
- Skiing
- Playing piano
- Spending time with family
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Perioperative Nurse (Scrub, Circulate, LDR)
Ayrshire Maternity Unit
01.2016 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse - Surgical High Care
Crosshouse Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2016
Flying Start/Mentorship Training - undefined
University of the West of Scotland/NHS Ayrshire and Arran
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of the West of Scotland
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