Kristy Shillong
Keysborough,VIC
Summary
Experienced and organized registered nurse with over 10 years of nursing experience in various areas including aged care, PACU, anesthetics, day procedure unit, short stay, surgical ward, palliative care medical ward, orthopaedics, and emergency department. Skilled in conducting quick and precise assessments while maintaining composure in high-pressure situations. Collaborates effectively with physicians to ensure exceptional healthcare standards are upheld.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU and Anesthetic
NSW Health Goulburn Base Hospital
02.2019 - 09.2024
- Maintained compliance with professional practice standards including NSQHS, AHPRA, and ACORN.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Utilised critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Facilitated effective handling of emergency cases such as airway complications, pain management, and issues with nausea and vomiting.
Registered Nurse
Monash Health Casual Bank
05.2017 - 12.2018
- Delivered direct patient care in acute settings, encompassing specialties such as general medicine, surgical, hematology-oncology, orthopedics, and neurology.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Ensured adherence to medication administration standards and best practices for patient care, both individually and as part of a team.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Agency Registered Nurse
Belmore Nursing
04.2015 - 10.2018
- Demonstrated expertise across multiple medical disciplines, including Emergency Department, general medicine, short stay unit, plastics, palliative care, aged care, and rehabilitation.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Provided direct nursing care with tasks such as monitoring vital signs, administering medication, and performing wound care.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
Division Two Nurse
Bupa Aged Care
08.2005 - 03.2015
- Administered medication.
- Delivered effective wound care treatments
- Created and executed personalized care plans.
- Supervised care staff and ensured quality patient care.
- Skilled in providing care for individuals with Dementia.
Graduate Registered Nurse
Sandringham Hospital
02.2011 - 02.2012
- Attained success in the completion of a graduate program with focus on general medicine, subacute and surgical.
- Managed medication administration, including IV medications.
- Provided aseptic wound care management.
- Successfully managed a full patient load by demonstrating exceptional time management skills.
- Assessed, monitored and evaluated patient care needs.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing
Deakin University
01-2010
Medical Endorsement Oral medication
Chisholm Institute
12.2005
Certificate IV - Health Nursing
Holmesglen Institute of Tafe
Chadstone, VIC01.2004
Skills
- IV cannulation
- Discharge Planning
- Vital signs monitoring
- Airway Management
- Post operative care
- Pain management
- Arterial line management
- Clinical judgment
Certification
- AHPRA registration number NMW0001587809
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU and Anesthetic
NSW Health Goulburn Base Hospital
02.2019 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Monash Health Casual Bank
05.2017 - 12.2018
Agency Registered Nurse
Belmore Nursing
04.2015 - 10.2018
Graduate Registered Nurse
Sandringham Hospital
02.2011 - 02.2012
Division Two Nurse
Bupa Aged Care
08.2005 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Nursing
Deakin University
Medical Endorsement Oral medication
Chisholm Institute
Certificate IV - Health Nursing
Holmesglen Institute of Tafe
- AHPRA registration number NMW0001587809
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