Sharon Michael
North Gosford,NSW
Summary
Diligent Registered Nurse with 9 years background in managing Acute stroke and Neurology patients. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Looking forward to explore new opportunities in nursing
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Central Coast Local Health District
12.2016 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse
Aurrum Aged Care
05.2016 - 12.2016
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse
Salvation Army Aged Care Plus,
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
RAJIV GANDHI UNIVERSITY
BANGALORE10-2010
Skills
- Patient care
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
- Clinical judgment
- Wound care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Diabetes management
- Staff supervision
- Emergency procedures
- Hospice and palliative care
- Seizure management
- Setting up referrals
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Central Coast Local Health District
12.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
Aurrum Aged Care
05.2016 - 12.2016
Registered Nurse
Salvation Army Aged Care Plus,
08.2012 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
RAJIV GANDHI UNIVERSITY
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