Amanda Dumesny

• Demonstrated clinical leadership abilities within the fast-paced environment of the emergency department
• Proficient in providing person-focused care, demonstrating sensitivity to diverse cultural and religious backgrounds
• Strong communication skills to effectively liaise with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Competency in adult and paediatric triaging
• Advanced proficiency in critical thinking and decision-making during high-stress situations
• Skilled in performing complex nursing procedures and interventions with precision and efficiency
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
• Good understanding of Western Health protocols, policies, and procedures as they relate to the delivery care within the Emergency Department
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning to stay abreast of advancements in emergency medicine
• Promoted a culture of safety within the unit by adhering to infection control protocols and advocating for optimal working conditions
• Served as a preceptor for new graduate nurses, providing guidance and support during their transition into professional practice.
• Offered exceptional nursing care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers, using appropriate and sensitive language.
• Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with the latest nursing practices and standards.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.

• Working as part of a multidisplinary team focused on improving the function and quality of life of patients
• GEM care patients have unique care requirements that can be complicated by their age, complex psychosocial situations and increased risk of falls
• Associated with their reduced mobility, cognitive impairment and incontinence commonly seen in this patient cohort I worked to ensure that I minimised risk by implementing regular toileting, reducing clutter and ensuring all walking aids including glasses were available
• Working alongside my peers to recognise early signs of deterioration associated with malnutrition and dehydration and putting in place food and fluid balance charts to monitor as well as actively encouraging patients to maintain good oral intake
• Attending a Family Violence workshop aimed at recognising various forms of elder abuse and carer stress, I strived to create an environment where patients and families felt safe to speak out
• This also includes esculating concerns through to the appropriate channels and advocating for my patients when appropriate.

• The high acuity of the ward meant that I participated in multiple MET calls, each time improving on my ability to quickly assess patient presentations, relaying vital information back to the wider team and contributing to best patient outcomes
• During my time at 4 South I was able to expand upon my previously learned knowledge of the brain and spine pathophysiology learning to link presenting symptoms with likely neurological deficits and using the appropriate pathways to escalate patient care
• Many patients admitted to the ward are as a result of an accident
• Due to the sudden nature of these accident patients and families often feel overwhelmed at their situation
• In a supportive manner I would answer questions, explain procedures and provide reassurance, linking them in with additional services if required.

• The Occupational English Test (also known as OET) is an English language proficiency test for the healthcare sector
• As a Customer Service Officer I have gained numerous transferable skills including exceptional communication skills
• As an example my job required me to work with non-English speaking customers helping them navigate their AHPRA registration requirements
• First point of contact for customer inquiries
• Identifying customer needs and providing tailored solutions
• Maintained and organised databases of customer information to ensure a personalised and efficient customer service.

• When travelling through India I volunteered at the CRAWL Street Care Project
• This Project provides educational support, food, clothes, and medical treatment for the poor children and mothers who lived on the street near Sealdah and Dumdum Junction Railway Stations in Kolkata
• My roles included washing and bathing children, supplying meals, and basic education that included simple maths and spelling as well as facilitating drawing, games and exercises for the children
• I also provided basic wound care and assessment for anyone who requested, the majority of these wounds were related to poor hygiene and the hazards of living on the street.