Alana Wilson
Narraweena,NSW
Summary
Highly motivated registered nurse and disability support practitioner aspiring to continue to provide high quality nursing care and support to individuals across Australia. Experienced in mental health however am seeking to expend and diversify my skill set in general and high acuity nursing environments in rural and remote areas.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Cerebral Palsy Alliance
06.2019 - Current
- Provide social support for individuals with cerebral palsy and/or other medical conditions
- Strong emotional intelligence as demonstrated by strong therapeutic skills including empathy, compassion and patience when interacting with clients
- Provide psychological counselling when clients exhibit signs and symptoms of distress
- Coordinate daily housekeeping, errands, and meal preparation for individuals under care
- Supported activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Assist with mobility needs such as moving between bed and wheelchairs and helping clients reach bathroom facilities
- Help maintain resident quality of life through walks, small group activities, and individual visits
- Organise effective medication plans to keep clients current with prescriptions.
Registered Nurse
Ryde Acute Mental health
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Provide social support for individuals with complex mental health conditions
- Strong emotional intelligence as demonstrated by strong therapeutic skills including empathy, compassion and patience when interacting with clients
- High quality documentation (i.e
- Working through consumer wellness plans and mental health care plans with respect and dignity
- Proven ability to comply with relevant documentation requirements and several clinical skills that include maintenance of consumer records, 13 Week Reviews in eMR, administration of medications and sharps, comprehensive progress notes in eMR.
Registered Nurse
NSW Health
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring for side effects, effectiveness, and making adjustments as necessary to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Established rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through empathic listening and culturally sensitive communication practices.
- Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
- Coordinated discharge planning with patients, families, and community providers to ensure continuity of care and successful transition back into the community.
- Provided crisis intervention services during psychiatric emergencies, ensuring patient safety through effective de-escalation techniques.
Student Nurse
Metropolitan Remand & Reception Centre
12.2021 - 12.2021
- 2 week placement as part of primary health in community subject
- Provided primary health interventions to patients in forensic settings
- Administer first aid, wound care, gave insulin, provided medication and was involved in psychosocial assessments of patients.
Student Nurse
Northern Beaches Hospital Paediatric Ward
04.2021 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals in the paediatric population
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems
- Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care
- Cared for each patient according to the care plan and physicians' instructions
- Developed an understanding and working capacity to communicate with the varying age demographics within the paediatric patient population as well as their family/carers
- Expanded knowledge of medication administration and dosing to encompass those commonly used within the paediatric ward
- Developed working knowledge of paediatric observations and alterations to calling criteria for the varying age demographics
- Routinely changed bandages, catheters and IVs lines
- Administered medication under supervision.
Student Nurse
Sydney Road Family Medical Practice
04.2021 - 04.2021
- 2 week primary health placement in a General Practice
- Worked collaboratively with Preceptive nurses in a GP setting
- Liaised with medical professionals in providing wound care to patients
- Assisted with therapeutic counseling for patients receiving intramuscular and subcutaneous injections
- Administered vaccines and provided nursing education
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Student Nurse
Northern Beaches Hospital Mental Health Ward
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Three week placement on 3B mental health ward
- Educated patients and family members about mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures
- Under supervision of a precepting registered nurse
- Demonstrated the ability to think critically; competently perform patient assessments; and make ethical, client-focused clinical decisions
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities
- Demonstrate honesty, integrity and respect for all patients, carers and staff
- Actively sought out learning opportunities for oral/intramuscular medication administration, wound dressing care, assessing observations, & completing required progress/engagement notes of assigned Patients
- Observed TMS treatment & debriefed with Patients regarding their experience with it
- Demonstrated ability to establish a good rapport with her Patients, facilitated therapeutic communication, and was able to set appropriate boundaries in the clinical setting.
Student Nurse
Royal North Shore Hospital Surgical Ward
02.2020 - 11.2020
- 2 Week surgical placement on surgical ward
- Assisted nurses in cleaning wounds using aseptic technique
- Created a warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable immediately before and after surgery
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Recognised as an active learner by staff
- Am able to analyse information and utilise critical thinking skills to determine the primary cause of a condition or disease.
Education
New graduate program/ Transitional to professional Practice- Mental health specialty- New graduate of the year RUNNER UP. -
NSLHD- MHDA
Master of Nursing -
University of Sydney
Bachelor of Health Science- Major in Psychology -
University of Sydney
High School Certificate -
Freshwater Senior Campus
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Medication and IM administration
- Patient Assessments
- Taking vitals
- Compassion and Empathy
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Health Promotion
- Mental health care
Personal Qualities
I have been recognised as a competent team member, effective communicator and collaborative within interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic person centred care. I have demonstrated a strong willingness to learn and have been open to feedback throughout my recent community and inpatient rotations as a registered mental health nurse. I have established strong professional relationships and have been commended on my positive attitude and nature in which I work. I have received verbal and written feedback from colleagues, my consumers and management about my performance in doing this. I completed my new graduate program in mental health drug and alcohol in 2023. I have 6 months full time experience in the PECC and MHICU unit at RNSH as well as 6 months community mental health practice. I was immersed in a positive, patient centred, holistic and collaborative culture. I have thoroughly enjoyed working harmoniously with other nurses, social workers, medical professionals and allied health clinicians. I have and will continue to endeavour to provide the best quality of nursing care I can provide and my passion for nursing is evident through my strong service delivery and relationship with colleagues and consumers. I am organized and am always working to ensure I have completed any outstanding tasks expected of me in a timely fashion. I view myself as a good team player due to my ability to actively listen, personally reflect and continue to find new ways to innovate my clinical skills. The clinical skills I developed prior to this program, throughout 2 years Masters course in Nursing, as well as through 4.5 years employment as a Disability support practitioner at Cerebral Palsy Alliance. have shaped my keen interest in nursing.
References
- Kate Butler, PECC Unit Nurse Unit manager, 0294632299, katherine.butler@health.nsw.gov.au
- Adrian Perez, Clinical Preceptor- Ryde Community mental health service, 98587777, Adrian.Perez@health.nsw.gov.au
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ryde Acute Mental health
09.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
NSW Health
03.2022 - 08.2023
Student Nurse
Metropolitan Remand & Reception Centre
12.2021 - 12.2021
Student Nurse
Northern Beaches Hospital Paediatric Ward
04.2021 - 04.2021
Student Nurse
Sydney Road Family Medical Practice
04.2021 - 04.2021
Student Nurse
Northern Beaches Hospital Mental Health Ward
11.2020 - 12.2020
Student Nurse
Royal North Shore Hospital Surgical Ward
02.2020 - 11.2020
Disability Support Worker
Cerebral Palsy Alliance
06.2019 - Current
New graduate program/ Transitional to professional Practice- Mental health specialty- New graduate of the year RUNNER UP. -
NSLHD- MHDA
Master of Nursing -
University of Sydney
Bachelor of Health Science- Major in Psychology -
University of Sydney
High School Certificate -
Freshwater Senior Campus
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