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Abena Appiah-Brenyah

Park Ridge

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Townsville University Hospital, excelling in critical care and patient support. Proven expertise in vital signs monitoring and medication administration, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Recognized for effective teamwork and leadership in high-pressure environments, ensuring quality patient care delivery.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Agency Registered Nurse

Health Care Australia
05.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • .Contributed valuable input during interdisciplinary team meetings by sharing insights from directpatient interactions.
  • Managed time efficiently to prioritize patient needs while maintaining a high level of organization within a fast-paced environment.
  • Monitored patients'' vital signs and reported any abnormalities to the physician promptly, contributing to timely interventions.

Clinical Nurse

Townsville University Hospital
03.2023 - 02.2025

As a clinical nurse in ED Shortstay, I take on the responsibility for professional leadership for the unit on the absence of a Nurse Grade 7.

  • I also act as a clinical and educational resource based on skills and experience.
  • Responsible for leading National Standard 8 (Recognising and responding to acute deterioration)
  • Organise training calendar for the unit Contribute to quality healthcare through lifelong learning and professional development of self through undertaking post graduate and short courses for self improvement as well as others.
  • Lead a team in conjunction with a Nurse Grade 7 to assist and support with shift coordination.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Townsville University Hospital
11.2017 - 03.2023

As a Registered Nurse in ED Shortystay, my duties were to provide critical care, assess patient and collaborate with the healthcare professionals to ensure swift and effective medical attention.

  • Actively participate in educational activities to meet relevant standards.
  • Contribute to positive health outcomes by participate in quality initiatives such as audits.
  • Facilitate learning opportunities for self including performance appraisal process. Quality improvement project 2021.

Registered Nurse

Townsville University Hospital
11.2019 - 01.2020

As a nurse working at Coronary Care Unit, it was my responsibility to provide critical care to patients with serious heart conditions.

  • It was my duty to focus on administering medications, monitoring vital signs and performing advance life support interventions. Caring for patients pre and post diagnostic procedures such as angiogram.
  • Patient education post procedure and discharge.
  • Cardiac assessment and monitoring

Education

Graduate Diploma - Nursing Science

James Cook University
QLD
07-2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

James Cook University
QLD
11-2016

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical judgment
  • IV therapy administration
  • Wound care management
  • Blood transfusion
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient support
  • Medication administration

Timeline

Agency Registered Nurse

Health Care Australia
05.2025 - Current

Clinical Nurse

Townsville University Hospital
03.2023 - 02.2025

Registered Nurse

Townsville University Hospital
11.2019 - 01.2020

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Townsville University Hospital
11.2017 - 03.2023

Graduate Diploma - Nursing Science

James Cook University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

James Cook University
Abena Appiah-Brenyah