Abigail Weedbrook
Jindera,NSW
Summary
Adept at navigating high-pressure environments, I leveraged my emotional intelligence and technological proficiency at NQ Quality Care PTY LTD to enhance patient care and team efficiency. Demonstrating adaptability and strong decision-making, I spearheaded initiatives that significantly improved care outcomes, embodying leadership and innovation in home care nursing. I am dedicated and compassionate, with progressive career history in direct patient care, critical care and care coordination in fast-paced environments. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
NQ Quality Care PTY LTD
02.2024 - Current
- Advised participants and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Oversaw delivery of care for participants in the community, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of enrolled nurses, and community support.
- Managed quality care for participants with chronic diseases, acute conditions, and complex medical requirements.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume community setting.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping participants regain or improve coping abilities.
- Observed and documented participant factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Implemented care plans for participant treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Small Business Co-Owner
Keola Health and Well-being
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Hired and supervised training of over 20 employees every quarter.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve program outcomes.
- Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
- Spearheaded fundraising efforts to support social and community service initiatives.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Created and managed budgets, efficiently allocating resources for social and community service projects.
- Analyzed trends and data to inform decision-making and program development.
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Townsville University Hospital
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Just Better Care Townsville
11.2020 - 11.2022
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and implementing home care support services.
- Created patient assessments and plans for individual home care needs.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Initiated appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
- Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes.
- Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
- Prepared clinical notes and updates for review by primary physician.
- Actively engaged in on-call rotations to deliver continuous quality care to patients.
- Assessed and examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, diseases and injuries along with medications currently being taken.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
Registered Nurse
Regis Aged Care
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Maintained frequent supervision of residents unable to call for assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing Science - Nursing Science
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD11.2019
Skills
- Proficient within a dynamic, fast paced working environment
- Open to change, adaptable in new and varying circumstances
- Highly skilled with a high emotional intelligence, enabling quick and effective relationship management and relationship building
- Strong abilities to work autonomously, with a desire to stay busy and keep achieving targets
- High proficiency with various industry related technology and software
- Confident decision-making abilities with a knack for understanding the needs of the business or organisation at any given time
- Ability to remain calm and productive under pressure, creating confidence in the team and staff
- Takes initiative in order to begin or complete a task without needing prompting
- Provides regular and skillful communication to achieve an outcome
- Flexible and open nature, ensuring all tasks required are completed in a mutually beneficial manner
- Effective communicator, which includes listening and talking
Additional Information
Kirsty Johnson
Person Reference
0450 571 836
Leena Walters
Employee Keola Health and Well-being
0402 300 804
Sarah Travers
Director NQ Quality Care
0422 427 780
Lauren Rawlings
Director NQ Quality Care
0431 361 008
Timeline
Registered Nurse
NQ Quality Care PTY LTD
02.2024 - Current
Small Business Co-Owner
Keola Health and Well-being
11.2022 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Townsville University Hospital
01.2022 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Just Better Care Townsville
11.2020 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse
Regis Aged Care
12.2019 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Nursing Science - Nursing Science
James Cook University
Similar Profiles
Toufic HannaToufic Hanna
Operations Director at Quality Care & Support Services Pty LtdOperations Director at Quality Care & Support Services Pty Ltd
Shane BaumgartenShane Baumgarten
Consultant at Newbeginnings (NQ) Pty LtdConsultant at Newbeginnings (NQ) Pty Ltd
Andrew PryorAndrew Pryor
Drillers Offsider at Eagle Drilling Nq Pty LtdDrillers Offsider at Eagle Drilling Nq Pty Ltd