ANNA CRADDOCK
Summary
Skilled nursing professional with more than 4 years of experience and passion for providing highest quality medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Prince Of Wales Hospital
2023.04 - Current
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
Recovery Nurse/ Ward Nurse
Bondi Junction Private Hospital
2023.02 - Current
- Served as a liaison between surgeons and anaesthesiologists to ensure cohesive communication and delivery of patient-centered care.
- Reduced complications for patients undergoing surgery by providing thorough pre-operative assessments and education.
- Monitored patient vitals, alertness, breathing and pain levels to notify assigned physician of observed complications.
- Educated patients about post-operative instructions for medication administration, infection complications and preventive health measures.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from the operating room to the recovery area, minimizing disorientation for recovering patients.
Surgical Nurse
Optilase Laser Eye Surgery
2021.08 - 2023.01
- Carrying out monthly audits and ensuring all stock and surgical supplies are adequately maintained
- Reduced surgery preparation time through efficient coordination with surgical team members and proper organization of equipment.
- Assisted surgeons in achieving optimal outcomes, providing requested instruments and supplies promptly.
- Consistently maintained accurate records of surgical procedures, ensuring proper documentation for patient care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Staff Nurse
Mercy University Hospital
2020.01 - 2021.08
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviours to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Organized workflow efficiently by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance, balancing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Nurse
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK
Cork City, Ireland09.2020
High School Diploma -
ST AUGUSTINES COLLEGE
Co. Waterford, Ireland06.2016
Skills
- Patient Education
- Infection Control
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound Care
- PALS
- First Aid CPR AED
- Diabetes management
- Vitals monitoring
- EMR
- Clear Patient Communication
Certification
- Manual Handling, Bondi Junction Private Hospital
- Fire Safety, Bondi Junction Private Hospital
- Basic Life Support, Bondi Junction Private Hospital
- PALS
- Medication Safety Online Training
- Hand Hygiene, NHHI online learning
- Basics of Infection Prevention and Control, NHHI online learning
- PACU Nurse Competency, Bondi Junction Private Hospital
Hobbies
Enjoy swimming,previously a member of the Irish Water Safety Council in Ireland completed Rescue 4 standard. Volunteered to teach BLS and life saving skills for 2 years
Passion for music, played piano and competed in competitions as a teenager
Enjoy running and keeping healthy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Prince Of Wales Hospital
2023.04 - Current
Recovery Nurse/ Ward Nurse
Bondi Junction Private Hospital
2023.02 - Current
Surgical Nurse
Optilase Laser Eye Surgery
2021.08 - 2023.01
Staff Nurse
Mercy University Hospital
2020.01 - 2021.08
Bachelor of Science - General Nurse
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK
High School Diploma -
ST AUGUSTINES COLLEGE
- Manual Handling, Bondi Junction Private Hospital
- Fire Safety, Bondi Junction Private Hospital
- Basic Life Support, Bondi Junction Private Hospital
- PALS
- Medication Safety Online Training
- Hand Hygiene, NHHI online learning
- Basics of Infection Prevention and Control, NHHI online learning
- PACU Nurse Competency, Bondi Junction Private Hospital
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