Senior nurse and outstanding performer in patient centered care within psychiatry. Proven success in leadership, operational excellence and collaborative approach with keen understanding of recovery focused treatment setting. Recognized for inspiring nursing team members to excel and encouraging creative work environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
Birtinya, QLD
05.2022 - 06.2023
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
Registered Nurse- Mental Health
FIONA STANLEY HOSPITAL
Murdoch, WA
01.2015 - 04.2022
Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses.
Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care daily.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse- Mental Health
FREMANTLE HOSPITAL
Fremantle, WA
08.2011 - 12.2014
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.