Amandeep Randhawa
Springfield Lakes
Summary
Experienced and AHPRA-registered Nurse with over 18 years of hospital-based experience, skilled in delivering safe, patient-centred care in high-pressure environments. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Holds ALS certification and is committed to continuous professional development.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse (Critical Care)
Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) Jubilee Hospital
05.2019 - Current
- Deliver advanced critical care nursing to complex and deteriorating patients, providing stabilisation, invasive and non-invasive respiratory support, and rapid intervention in alignment with MSH’s strategic goal of safety, high-quality, timely, and equitable care.
- Advocate for patient preferences in care planning, collaborating closely with medical teams to align interventions with treatment goals.
- Assist with advanced procedures including intubation, central line insertion, extubation, and tracheostomy care, ensuring adherence to evidence-based protocols.
- Contribute to quality improvement and risk mitigation by identifying clinical risks, initiating incident reviews, and supporting the implementation of best practice changes.
- Maintain accurate and timely IEMR documentation in accordance with NMBA and organisational standards
Acting Medical Clinical Facilitator
Queen Elizabeth II Hospital
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Provide advanced clinical leadership and expert facilitation to build nursing capability and competence, aligning with NMBA standards, organisational policies, and Metro South Health’s vision for safe, person-centered, high-quality care.
- Utilise the Competency Skill Assessment Tool (CSAT) to assess and validate staff competencies in BLS, PCA, Niki T34 syringe driver, PIVC, phlebotomy, and CVADs, ensuring workforce readiness.
- Delivery targeted clinical education through bedside teaching, simulation, and in-service sessions to promote reflective practice, critical thinking, and evidence-based care.
- Support undergraduate and graduate nurses through ANSAT assessments, constructive feedback, and structured orientation programs to facilitate successful transition to practice.
- Facilitate quality improvement initiatives and participate in clinical audits to support Metro South Health’s 2024–2028 strategic priorities, including research translation and improved patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with Nurse Unit Managers, Nurse Educators, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement education plans informed by the Queensland Health Framework for Lifelong Learning.
- Promote interprofessional collaboration and a positive learning culture aligned with ICARE2 values—Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Engagement, and Excellence.
- Apply risk management principles by identifying clinical risks, supporting protocol adherence, and contributing to incident reviews to inform safety improvements.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation using EMR and digital health systems to support clinical governance and optimise care delivery.
- Contribute to strategic objectives by enhancing workforce capability, supporting digital innovation in education, and aligning clinical teaching with sustainability and patient experience goals.
Acted in Clinical Facilitator role in Intensive care unit
09.2023 - 09.2023
- Delivery targeted clinical education through bedside teaching, simulation, and in-service sessions to promote reflective practice, critical thinking, and evidence-based care.
- Support undergraduate and graduate nurses through ANSAT assessments, constructive feedback, and structured orientation programs to facilitate successful transition to practice.
- Promote interprofessional collaboration and a positive learning culture aligned with ICARE2 values—Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Engagement, and Excellence.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation using EMR and digital health systems to support clinical governance and optimise care delivery.
Outreach Clinical Nurse
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Perform early identification of deteriorating patients on general wards.
- Conduct rapid and comprehensive clinical assessments.
- Respond to emergency calls (e.g. MET/RRT calls) for acutely unwell patients. Deliver advanced clinical interventions (e.g. oxygen therapy, airway management, fluid resuscitation).
- Stabilize patients until ICU transfer or resolution.
- Facilitate communication between ward staff and critical care teams.
- Support timely ICU referrals or avoidance of ICU through appropriate ward-based management.
- Provide bedside education and support to ward nurses and junior doctors.
- Offer training on early recognition of deterioration and critical care skills.
- Monitor and review patients discharged from ICU to the ward.
- Identify signs of deterioration or post-ICU complications.
- Help ensure smooth transition from ICU care.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
- Ensure handovers and care plans are clearly communicated.
- Collect and analyse data on outreach calls, outcomes, and ICU readmissions.
- Contribute to clinical audits and service improvement initiatives.
- Participate in policy development and implementation of best practices.
Registered Nurse (Critical Care)
Western Health
11.2015 - 04.2019
- Delivered specialized nursing care to critically ill patients requiring complex interventions including ventilator management, continuous hemodynamic monitoring (arterial line, aortic balloon pump, PiCCO, Swan-Ganz catheter), hemofiltration, and advanced wound management.
- Undertook the ACCESS nurse role, providing expert guidance, education, and support during Medical Emergency Team (MET) calls and Code Blue responses
- Responded effectively to sudden and severe changes in patient condition, applying advanced assessment skills and initiating appropriate interventions in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Assisted with advanced clinical procedures such as intubation, line insertion, and extubating, ensuring strict adherence to infection control and WHS protocols.
- Provided leadership in the absence of Clinical Nurse, promoting teamwork and ensuring safe staff allocation based on patient acuity.
- Developed and delivered targeted education sessions to enhance team competence and patient safety.
- Maintained meticulous documentation in line with hospital policy and clinical governance requirements.
Registered Nurse (Medical Unit)
Blacktown Hospital
02.2007 - 10.2015
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care for patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions (asthma, COPD, pneumonia) and complex medical needs including tracheostomy care, peritoneal dialysis, and peg feeding.
- Provided specialist input into chronic disease management, ensuring smooth transition across the continuum of care and appropriate referrals.
- Monitored and managed post-operative patients, including administration of analgesia (PCA), IV therapy, and fluid management, while maintaining strict infection control standards.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered medications, performed airway management, and undertook catheter insertion in alignment with best practice guidelines.
- Demonstrated adaptability in managing diverse patient presentations while upholding patient-centred care principles and organisational values.
Education
Certificate IV - training and Assessment
RAM Training Services
Gold Coast, QLD01.2025
Post Graduate Certificate - Critical Care
University of Melbourne
01.2018
Bachelor - Nursing
Australian Catholic University
01.2006
Diploma - Nursing
Mohan Dai Oswal Hospital
Ludhiana, Punjab01.2003
Skills
- Airway assessment
- Advanced medical support
- Patient-centered care
- Healthcare advocacy
- Standards adherence
- CPR certification
- OSHA safety expert
- Mechanical ventilation expertise
- Wound care management
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Comprehensive patient evaluation
- Blood transfusion administration
- Cardiac monitors
- Documentation and reporting
Accomplishments
- Recognized for outstanding dedication to patient care.
- Best student of the year award in 2018
Affiliations
- Registered with AHPRA as Division 1 Registered Nurse, No: NMW0001320556 Exp: 31/5/26
- Australian College of Critical Care Nurses (ACCCN)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Punjabi
Full Professional
Timeline
Acting Medical Clinical Facilitator
Queen Elizabeth II Hospital
03.2025 - 09.2025
Acted in Clinical Facilitator role in Intensive care unit
09.2023 - 09.2023
Outreach Clinical Nurse
01.2020 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse (Critical Care)
Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) Jubilee Hospital
05.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse (Critical Care)
Western Health
11.2015 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse (Medical Unit)
Blacktown Hospital
02.2007 - 10.2015
Post Graduate Certificate - Critical Care
University of Melbourne
Bachelor - Nursing
Australian Catholic University
Diploma - Nursing
Mohan Dai Oswal Hospital
Certificate IV - training and Assessment
RAM Training Services
Training
- Clinical Facilitator workshop Basic Life Support (BLS) / Patient Handling
- High Value Conversation Workshop
- Advanced Life Support (ALS)
- PIVC trainer and assessor
- Preceptor course