Alexandra McKinley

• Administering medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections according to guidelines
• Conducting thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying appropriate team members and initiating interventions when necessary.
• Utilised critical thinking skills to prioritise nursing interventions based on acuity levels and individual needs.
• Providing holistic family-centred care through active listening and prioritisation of individual needs
• Clear, professional communication with families and multidisciplinary team members
• Providing tailored patient/family education prior to procedures and discharge to promote patient

- Developed strategies to engage with children using creative techniques such as play, singing and dance to assess and communicate effectively.

- Gained strong skills in caring for children with severe seizures and responding to emergency situations that can occur.

- Ability to detect clinical deterioration in children and respond appropriately.

- Excellent communication and cultural awareness skills with families and children.

- Immediate post operative care and management for paediatric neurosurgical patients (and outliers). Some examples include diabetes insipidus management post brain tumour resection, external ventricular drain management, opioid infusion and stereoelectroencephalography.

• Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
• Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.

• Used effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations within ward
• Assisted in maintaining a clean and organised environment, reducing the risk of infection for patients.
• Provided patient care according to individual health plan and preference
• Worked with the Enrolled Nurse/Registered Nurse and the patients to provide holistic care
• Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring and reporting changes in health status to nursing staff.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and assistance in daily living activities.
• Delivered high-quality personal care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing, fostering a sense of dignity for each patient.