AMY HANNAH AROHA TRACY
Glenbrook,N.S.W.
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with an interest in surgical nursing. I have also gained experience in aged care and HDU.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Nepean Private Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse
Buckland Convalescent Hospital
01.2019 - Current
- Role includes: Team leader, Co-IPCL, rotating registered nurse I/C ACFI/ANN-AC co-ordinator.
- 2017-2019 - Personal nurse to an elderly client.
Registered Nurse
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2016
- 2016-2016 : Drug/Alcohol and GI ward:
- - Managing NG tubes
- - Care of patients with substance abuse and managing withdrawal symptoms.
- 2013-2016 :Reconstructive Plastics:
- - Post-operative care of complex plastics procedures, predominantly TRAM, DIEP, Lat-dorsi flaps, pedicled abdominal flaps.
- - Running the plastics dressing clinic with the plastics CNC regularly.
- - Attending Grand rounds with plastics consultants throughout the hospital and attending dressings and education on management of complex plastics dressings frequently.
- - Post-operative care of FTSG, STSG and donor sites.
- - I/C frequently, delegating staff to patient load depending on scope of practice and acuity of patients.
- - Patient education regarding care of post-operative wounds.
- - Drain, suture and clip removal from dressings.
- 2012-2013 :Trauma Orthopaedics ward:
- - Care of patients with complex trauma, including External fixation, traction and VAC dressings
- - Pre/post operative care of orthopedic patients; management of pain pain, liaising with medical allied health to promote better outcomes.
- - Post-operative care of ORIF, TKR, THR
- 2012: Acute Geriatrics ward:
- - Caring for patients with complex comorbidities and communicative barriers.
- - Managing rapidly deteriorating patients.
- - Caring for patients with cognitive impairments and managing challenging behaviours.
Education
BLS Co-ordinator And Assessor
Healthscope
Nepean Private Hospital 08.2025
Foundations of Infection Prevention and Control
Australian College of Infection Prevention and Control
01.2023
Acute Care Nursing Refresher course - undefined
01.2019
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
University of Technology
Sydney, N.S.W.01.2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts - undefined
National Art School
01.2005
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to form therapeutic relationships with patients
- Values-based approach to nursing with a strong dedication to patient advocacy
- Advanced expertise in wound care both chronic and acute
- A comprehensive scope of clinical skills from experience in various sub-specialties
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Work well within a team, and in leading a team through appropriate delegation of tasks in relation to skill set and scope of practice
- Extensive experience with deteriorating patients
- Coordinating infection control measures during outbreaks
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Nepean Private Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Buckland Convalescent Hospital
01.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2016
Foundations of Infection Prevention and Control
Australian College of Infection Prevention and Control
Acute Care Nursing Refresher course - undefined
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
University of Technology
Bachelor of Fine Arts - undefined
National Art School
BLS Co-ordinator And Assessor
Healthscope