Amy Peakall
High Wycombe,WA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Has a specific passion for mentoring and training less experienced nurses, new staff and nursing students.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Stroke Unit
St John Of God Midland Public And Private Hospitals
11.2018 - Current
- Ward 1A includes predominantly Stroke (Acute as well as Rehab) patients, as well as patients admitted under the Acute Geriatric, Geriatric Evaluation Management (Rehab), and General Medicine specialities.
- Utilised critical thinking skills to prioritise nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple co-morbidities.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and rapport with the healthcare team.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Assisted in the training, precepting and mentorship of new nursing staff members and students, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse and Graduate Registered Nurse
Armadale Health Service
02.2017 - 11.2018
- Completed my Graduate Program between the Medical Assessment Unit (Acute) and the Rehabilitation Unit.
- Delivered culturally competent care tailored to meet the diverse needs of the patient population served within the facility.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, efficiently prioritizing tasks during peak hours or emergencies within the unit.
- Continuously expanded knowledge base through professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Utilised evidence-based practice guidelines in delivering patient-centered care that aligned with current standards of nursing excellence.
Aged Care Carer
Villa Maria Nursing Home
09.2013 - 01.2017
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Responded to patient emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action and notifying relevant professionals when necessary.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely intake.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Curtin University
Perth, WA02.2017
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Shift Coordinating
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- Stroke acute care expertise
- Geriatric Nursing
- Palliative care
- Telemetry monitoring
- FIM accredited and trained
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Stroke Unit
St John Of God Midland Public And Private Hospitals
11.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse and Graduate Registered Nurse
Armadale Health Service
02.2017 - 11.2018
Aged Care Carer
Villa Maria Nursing Home
09.2013 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Curtin University
Similar Profiles
Kimberley NiblettKimberley Niblett
ENROLLED NURSE at St John Of God Midland Public And Private HospitalsENROLLED NURSE at St John Of God Midland Public And Private Hospitals
Bhawna SrivastavaBhawna Srivastava
Enrolled Nurse at St John Of God Midland Public And Private HospitalsEnrolled Nurse at St John Of God Midland Public And Private Hospitals
STEPHI MCLEANSTEPHI MCLEAN
Transport Collaboration Liaison Officer at St John WATransport Collaboration Liaison Officer at St John WA