Angela Jane Grech
Lethbridge,VIC
Summary
Passionate and dedicated nurse with over 25 years working in a wide range of Mental Health Settings.
Adult, Aged , adolescence, ward rehabilitation, community rehabilitation, 1 on 1 Nursing Special.
I offer a calm ,pleasant personality and skills helping patients stay calm in a crisis and communicative.
I always work to very best of my ability,at all times take direction from my RN, work within my scope of practice at all times,work well with in every multidisciplinary team to offer and provide ways to enhance and improve quality healthcare to all patients .Assist in admissions,health assessments and discharge Able to work under pressure and in a crisis situation.Am a strong patient advocate. Kind ,respectful and caring,at all times, professional and experience monitoring patients diagnosed with disabilities, illnesses and distress.
Work History
Endorsed EN/Psychiatric Nurse Casual Bank Nurse
NWMH Northern Health/Melbourne H / Western Health
Lethbridge, Victoria
03.1998 - Current
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- I am passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Certificate in Health RN Div 2 Registered Nurse
11.1998
- 1998 -Certificate in Comprehensive Pathology Collection-NMIT -Venepuncture,infection control,ECG, Holter monitor application.
- 2011-Certificate of Education (Integration Aide)-RMIT
Personal and educational management of children with disabilities, educational planning process for an inclusive learning experiences.
2012 - Perform Blood Collection ( HLTPAT306C)-Adept Training - Anatomy and Pathology, tourniquet use, vacutainer and scalp needles use,identify veins ,OHS and infection control guidelines.
- Diploma of Nursing - Medication Administration for Enrolled Nurses (HLT51612) -Care Training , Melbourne
-Comprehensive
Skills
- Clear Patient Communication
- Telephone Triage
- Group Activities Coordination
- Antipsychotic Administration
- Crisis Management
- Patient Care Assessment
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Psychological Assessment Assistance
- Medication Management
- Nursing care Plans
- Emergency Response
- Mental Health Assessments
- Restraint Techniques
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Taking and Recording Vital Signs
- Accurate Documentation
- Direct Supervision
Additional Information
Licences & Registrations
- Victorian Drivers Licence - No 043732630 Full Comprehensive Insurance
- WWC - Employee Card No - 1478008A-02
- Nursing and Midwifry Board-Ahpra Nurse Enrolled Nurse (Division 2)
Registration No NMW0001058053 Since 1998
- Covid Digital Certificate -incl Boosters and Annual Flu injection.
Hobbies
I live on 2:5 acres with my 2 Adult kids and manage my Hobby Farm. Instagram
Escape to my Hobby Farm - Angie Grech
I breed and handraise Heritage chickens,Ducks, heritage Blue Slate Turkeys, Giant French Geese & Curly Sebastopol Geese ,a miniature Horse 'Miss M',an Ex Race horse 'Gin' baby and adult Goats - All loving pets plan to share them in my Therapy / Petting Farm.
I am also a Registered Dog breeder of Livestock guardian, Italian sheepdogs , Mareemas.I own 3 that guard & protect all my animals.
I enjoy keeping active & fit.
Professional References
Jackie Acosta. RN.
NWMH Northern Health
0425 869 917
Pino Caputo RN
NWMH Northern Health
0434 915 678
Timeline
Endorsed EN/Psychiatric Nurse Casual Bank Nurse - NWMH Northern Health/Melbourne/ Western EHealth
01.2023 - Current
Kangan Institute - Bachelor of Arts, Certificate in Health RN Div 2 Registered Nurse
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