Alana Sargood
Northcote,VIC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates calmness under pressure and skillfully handles difficult patients and high-stress situations. Committed to developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectfulness, and excellent customer service. Experienced in working with diverse patient populations and fostering trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Specializes in oncology nursing with experience and training in chemotherapy administration.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Oncology
John Fawkner Private Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs, managed 5-10 patients per shift
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
- Educated patients and their families on chemotherapy procedures, potential side effects, and self-care strategies to promote optimal health outcomes.
- Administered prescribed chemotherapy medications safely and accurately, ensuring proper dosage and infusion rates.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with difficult diagnoses, helping them navigate the challenges of cancer treatment with resilience and hope.
- Coordinated with pharmacies to ensure timely delivery of chemotherapy medications, avoiding delays in essential treatments for patients.
Family Carer
01.2010 - Current
- Have assisted with caring for my father with Motor Neuron Disease
- Helping to provide both personal and emotional care in the home
- Assisted with Non-verbal communication, assistive technology, and medication management
Community Support Worker
BCD – Better Care Delivered
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Caring for individuals living with disabilities and illnesses in the community
- I’ve worked with a range of clients including children with physical and cognitive disabilities, adults with mental health concerns, clients requiring palliative and end of life care, providing both personal care, domestic care, and community access
- Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic communication and active listening skills.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual needs.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques for resolving conflicts or challenges faced by clients in their daily lives.
- Advocated for client rights, ensuring equitable access to necessary services and resources across diverse populations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans that address both mental and physical health needs.
Personal Care Assistant
Anthem Care Bowral
11.2018 - 01.2022
- Worked with residents requiring a variety of levels of care, from low care, high care, end of life care and advanced dementia care
- Provided personal care, medications, assistance with ADL’s, behavioral management, and diversional therapy
Education
Bachelour of Nursing -
University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW11.2022
High School -
Bowral High School
Bowral12.2019
Certificate III - Human Services (Acute Care)
Bowral Hospital
NSW Health/TAFE NSW01.2019
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment and Critical Thinking
- Patient Assessments and Wholistic Patient Care
- Central Line Care and IV Insertion
- Chemotherapy Safety and Administration
- Patient and family advocacy and Emotional Support
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Symptom monitoring and Side effect management
- Time Management and Multitasking
- Compassionate, Empathetic and Caring
- Effective Communication and Active Listening
- Palliative Care
Other Professional Experience
- Crew/Barista, Moss Vale McDonald's, 01/01/17 - 11/30/18, Worked in both customer service and preparation of food and hot drinks.
- Cashier, Harris Farm Bowral, 09/01/15 - 01/31/17, Responsible for handling cash and customer service.
Awards
- Bowral Hospital Centenary Scholarship, 2019
- 1st in course for Cert III in Human Services, 2019
- 1st in course General Mathematics, 2019
- Community Service Award, 2019
Community Service
- Volunteer coach and league safe officer, Bowral Kookaburras 2015 - 2020
- Organized Ice bucket fundraiser for MND 2018 & 2019
- Annual Walk to D’feet MND 2015-2023
References
- Susma Bhattarai, ANUM,John Fawkner Private Hospital, E: susma.bhattarai@healthscope.com.au P: 0451265312
- Jennifer O'Donnell, Oncology CNE, John Fawkner Private Hospital, E: jennifer.odonnell@healthscope.com.au P: (03)93852401
Certification
- ADAC eviQ Sep 2024
- Understanding Dementia MOOC University of Tasmania 2019
- WWCC NSW & VIC
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse Oncology
John Fawkner Private Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Community Support Worker
BCD – Better Care Delivered
08.2021 - 04.2023
Personal Care Assistant
Anthem Care Bowral
11.2018 - 01.2022
Family Carer
01.2010 - Current
Bachelour of Nursing -
University of Wollongong
High School -
Bowral High School
Certificate III - Human Services (Acute Care)
Bowral Hospital
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