- Enjoy participating in group activities for overall physical and mental well-being
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- Gym Workouts
- I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
- Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness
Anne Tuit
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Adept at fostering maternal and newborn health, my tenure at Mater Mothers' Hospital honed my expertise in clinical assessment and patient-focused care. I excel in emergency management and active listening, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. My collaborative practice and dedication to continuous improvement underscore my commitment to excellence in midwifery and nursing.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong focus on maternal and neonatal care. Expertise in patient assessment, labor support, and postnatal care with commitment to achieving positive outcomes. Known for team collaboration, adaptability, and effective communication skills. Reliable in dynamic environments and adept at meeting evolving patient needs.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid foundation in maternal and neonatal care. Provided comprehensive prenatal, labor, and postpartum support, ensuring optimal outcomes for both mothers and infants. Demonstrated exceptional proficiency in patient education and collaborative teamwork.
Healthcare professional skilled in providing comprehensive maternal and neonatal care. Proven track record of supporting mothers through prenatal, labor, and postpartum stages with strong focus on patient well-being. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Midwife
Mater Mothers' Hospital
09.1979 - 10.2021
- Served as a mentor for student midwives by sharing clinical expertise, providing constructive feedback, and modeling excellence in the practice of midwifery.
- Supported birthing partners in their roles by providing education on pregnancy, labor, and newborn care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills that facilitated open communication about concerns or anxieties related to pregnancy or childbirth experience.
- Performed prenatal and postnatal examinations.
- Contributed to the reduction of maternal mortality rates by identifying high-risk pregnancies early and referring them for specialist intervention when necessary.
Maternal & Child Health Nurse
Maternal & Child Health - OPS
08.1981 - 10.1985
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.
- Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations.
- Identified common pediatric and adolescent illnesses to plan and implement interventions and management.
- Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
- Trained family members in how to care for patients and manage individual conditions.
- Provided compassionate support during difficult diagnoses or treatments, fostering strong relationships with patients and families.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates for pediatric patients through effective discharge planning and follow-up care.
- Provided expert consultation on matters related to child growth and development milestones for concerned parents seeking guidance.
- Developed educational materials and resources to empower parents in managing their child''s health needs at home.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality care and education to families and children.
- Promoted a safe environment by identifying potential hazards in the clinical setting and taking corrective action when necessary.
- Asked parents pre-determined questions based on age of child.
- Mentored new nursing staff on paediatric best practices, contributing to improved quality of care delivery within the unit.
- Provided bedside care and treatment for patients in paediatric patients.
- Increased vaccination compliance by educating parents about the importance of immunization schedules and addressing concerns proactively.
- Provided educational support to patients and families to inform them of procedures.
Registered Nurse
Royal Brisbane Hospital
01.1974 - 01.1977
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Education
No Degree - Nursing Midwifery
Mater Mothers Hospital
Brisbane, QLD08-1980
No Degree - General Nursing
Royal Brisbane Hospital
Brisbane, QLD01-1977
Skills
- Breastfeeding support
- Newborn care
- Postpartum Care
- Antenatal care
- Clinical assessment
- Intrapartum Care
- Maternal health
- Emergency Management
- Prenatal education
- Hypertensive Disorders Management
- Collaborative Practice
- Medical Documentation
- Obstetric Ultrasound
- Infant resuscitation
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Gestational Diabetes Management
- Cultural Competency
- Birth planning
- Fetal monitoring
- Labor support
- Prenatal care
- Newborn assessment
- Patient-focused care
- Patient Education
- Medication Administration
- Physical examination
- Active Listening
- Emergency Response
- Perinatal Mental Health
- Nutrition counseling
- Prenatal nutrition
- Infection Control
- Patient Records Management
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Patient Safety
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Patient confidentiality
- Sterilization techniques
- Delegation skills
- Emotional Support
- Team building
- Task Prioritization
- First aid knowledge
- Patient Care Coordination
- Self Motivation
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Lactation support
- Labor coaching
- Postpartum management
- Documentation maintenance
- Emotional Intelligence
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Medical Research
- Analytical Skills
- Written Communication
- Pain Management Techniques
- Continuous Improvement
- Professionalism
- First Aid Certification
- Patient Advocacy
- Medical Terminology
- Health Promotion
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- CPR Certified
- Goal Setting
- Risk Assessment
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Professional Demeanor
- Reproductive Health
- Surgical Assistance
- Regulatory Compliance
- Infant assessment
- Maternal coaching
- Physical endurance
- Nutritional guidance
Accomplishments
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Perinatal Care - Assisted physicians in focus studies in prenatal care.Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.
- Documented and resolved incident reports which led to assessing education for successful outcomes .
Certification
- Fetal Heart Monitoring Certification - Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurse
- Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Electronic Fetal Monitoring (C-EFM) Certification - National Certification Corporation.
- Birth Emergency Skills Training®(BEST)- Birth Emergency Skills Training.
- Certified Professional Midwife (CPM)
Interests
Timeline
Maternal & Child Health Nurse
Maternal & Child Health - OPS
08.1981 - 10.1985
Registered Midwife
Mater Mothers' Hospital
09.1979 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
Royal Brisbane Hospital
01.1974 - 01.1977
- Fetal Heart Monitoring Certification - Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurse
- Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Electronic Fetal Monitoring (C-EFM) Certification - National Certification Corporation.
- Birth Emergency Skills Training®(BEST)- Birth Emergency Skills Training.
- Certified Professional Midwife (CPM)
No Degree - Nursing Midwifery
Mater Mothers Hospital
No Degree - General Nursing
Royal Brisbane Hospital
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