Allana Hobbs
Cleveland,QLD
Summary
I am currently a Level 5 Registered Nurse with Queensland Health at Gold Coast University Hospital in the Surgical Specialties ward. I have been there for 10 years and Nursing for Queensland Health for 23 years. i have recently relocated to Cleveland with my family and am seeking a position within Queensland Health in my local community. My passion for patient care within Queensland Health remains the main driver for my work ethic and I pride myself on the ability to consistently deliver high patient care despite industry challenged. I am a Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with colleagues, patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse SURGICAL SPECIALTIES UNIT
Gold Coast University Hospital
2015.02 - Current
- As as senior Registered Nurse on this 28 bed ward I have delivered pt centred, high quality nursing care to patients from various specialties,
- Ear Nose and Throat
- Head and Neck
- Maxillo-Facial
- Plastics
- Urology
- Gynaecology
- Gynae-oncology
Clinical Nurse, SURGICAL OVERFLOW WARD
Gold Coast University Hospital
2014.02 - 2015.02
- This position provided me the opportunity to open a new ward within the facility, working closely with the NUM and other CNs. The ward was then closed and the staff were deployed across the surgical divisions of the hospital and I was Tracheostomy airway trained, thus bringing me to my current job in Surgical Specialties with airway patients.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
Registered Nurse 2H SURGICAL WARD
Queensland Health -Logan Hospital
2010.02 - 2014.02
This ward provided me with the experience in nursing care of complex
- Gastroenterology patients
- General surgical patients
Registered Nurse DEMAND / POOL STAFF
Queensland Health - Logan Hospital
2008.12 - 2010.01
I enjoyed the autonomy and variety of experience the demand pool gave me in
- Orthopaedics
- Medical
- Emergency
- Palliative - 3 month contract
- Transit Lounge
- QAS patient transfers
- Paediatrics
- Medical Imaging - 3 month contract
Registered Nurse RURAL AND REMOTE
Qld Health - Dirranbandi Multipurpose Hlth Service
2006.01 - 2008.11
This amazing Rural and Remote opportunity was a highlight in my career giving me immeasurable experience
- 10 bed facility
- Hostel / Long stay Dementia
- Team Leading
- Autonomous Role
- On-Call
- OPD
- A+E Patient assessment skills
- IV cannulation + Phlebotomy
- Pre and Post Natal care
- QH Preceptor and Mentor
- Radiography - Gained License for basic chest and extremity xrays
- RFDS - clinical co-ordination, patient transfers
Registered Nurse DEMAND / POOL
Queensland Health - Princess Alexandra Hospital
2005.11 - 2006.09
- Infectious Diseases
- PACU
- MED /SURG Wards
- Brain Injuries and Rehabilitation Unit
- Orthopaedics
- OPD
Registered Nurse SPINAL INJURIES AND REHAB UNIT
Queensland Health - Princess Alexander Hospital
2002.03 - 2005.03
POST GRADUATION POSITION
- Acute Spinal Injuries
- High Dependancy
- Neurology
- Urology
- Plastics
- Gastroenterology
Education
Bachelor of Nursing And Health Science -
Griffith University
Gold Coast, QLD11.2001
Skills
- Experience in Team Leader Role within Surgical Division
- Direct High Quality Patient Centred Care in numerous Surgical Specialties
- Patient Assessments, Documentation and Charting using iEMR
- Attention to safe and compassionate working practices
- providing Support and Education to new staff members and graduates
- exceptional Communication Skills with patients, Colleagues including Multi Disciplinary Teams, Allied Health, Medical Professionals
- Efficient Time Management
- Dedication to ongoing Professional Development and Education as well as collaboration with MDT to provide best evidence based practise
REFEREES
KRISTEN GRAHAM
NUM GCUH SURGICAL SPECIALTIES UNIT - C4EAST
PH. 5687 2235
Kristen.graham@health.qld.gov.au
BEN GAY
ANUM GCUH SURGICAL SPECIALTIES UNIT / ACTING HOSPITAL NURSE COORDINATOR GCUH/ROBINA (CURRENT)
PH 56874060 / 0421 935 764
Ben.gay@health.qld.gov.au
Timeline
Registered Nurse SURGICAL SPECIALTIES UNIT
Gold Coast University Hospital
2015.02 - Current
Clinical Nurse, SURGICAL OVERFLOW WARD
Gold Coast University Hospital
2014.02 - 2015.02
Registered Nurse 2H SURGICAL WARD
Queensland Health -Logan Hospital
2010.02 - 2014.02
Registered Nurse DEMAND / POOL STAFF
Queensland Health - Logan Hospital
2008.12 - 2010.01
Registered Nurse RURAL AND REMOTE
Qld Health - Dirranbandi Multipurpose Hlth Service
2006.01 - 2008.11
Registered Nurse DEMAND / POOL
Queensland Health - Princess Alexandra Hospital
2005.11 - 2006.09
Registered Nurse SPINAL INJURIES AND REHAB UNIT
Queensland Health - Princess Alexander Hospital
2002.03 - 2005.03
Bachelor of Nursing And Health Science -
Griffith University
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