Annie Pinkerton
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Experienced Anaesthetic Nurse with a diverse background encompassing clinical expertise and recruitment consultancy within the medical field. Proven ability to deliver high-quality patient care in fast-paced environments while also leveraging skills in recruiting doctors to meet staffing needs. Strong communicator adept at building rapport with patients, colleagues, and stakeholders. Seeking to leverage clinical acumen and recruitment experience to contribute effectively to a dynamic team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Enrolled Anaesthetic Nurse
Prince of Wales
Sydney , NEW SOUTH WALES
2020.08 - Current
- Monitored and managed patient airways to maintain optimal levels and prevent common complications.
- Observed responses such as pulse and blood pressure to preemptively identify and address issues.
- Calculated correct dosages of anaesthetic based on factors such as patient body type, sex and weight.
- Interviewed patients, documented parameters and planned procedures accordingly.
- Supported work of anaesthesiologists, assessed patients and completed safety checks.
- Screened and interviewed patients prior to administering anaesthetics to identify and document concerns.
- Prioritised and organised tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Demonstrated self-reliance in high pressure situations by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Juggled multiple patients and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
- Managed and assisted anaesthetist in administering local, spinal and epidural blocks.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
Recruitment Consultant
Blue Print Medical
Sydney , NSW
2022.09 - 2023.01
- Managed all aspects of candidate compliance such as AHPRA, working with children checks, vaccinations and Vivo.
- Planned and executed engagement strategy with new doctors.
- Interviewed job applicants to obtain information on work history, education or job skills.
- Participated in team meetings providing updates on recruitment activity status.
- Drafted job postings for clients, posted them on various online platforms, and screened resumes.
- Developed and maintained relationships with hiring managers to understand their needs and preferences.
- Managed applicant tracking systems including inputting candidate data into the system.
- Conducted reference checks for shortlisted candidates.
Recruitment Consultant
Nrol
Sydney , NEW SOUTH WALES
2022.05 - 2022.08
- Collaborated with recruitment and HR professionals to achieve hiring goals.
- Reviewed referral candidates and contacted qualified individuals to request applications through Linked In and Seek.
- Planned and executed strategies to engage new quality candidates
- Managed full-cycle recruiting processes for managerial and executives-level vacancies.
- Evaluated candidates performance at multiple facilities and made recommendations for training improvement.
- Sourced, qualified and conducted screening interviews with candidates.
- Provided insight regarding job duties to optimise productivity.
- Established job descriptions, position grades, salaries and benefit programs in accordance with market standards.
- Managed and updated recruitment data base into software such as Trello, Vincere and Microsoft Office.
Enrolled Nurse- Medical Ward
Port Macquarie Base Hospital
Port Macquarie , NEW SOUTH WALES
2019.10 - 2020.08
- Cared expertly for individuals with a wide range of medical issues such as respiratory, cardiology and stroke patients.
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Developed and implemented individualised care plans to meet each patients' unique needs.
- Improved care outcomes with proactive education, communication and guidance for patients and family members.
- Demonstrated high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills and adaptability in fast-paced and unpredictable medical environment.
- Developed therapeutic communication and active listening skills to establish relationships with patients, families and health care team for optimum patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
New Grad Enrolled Nurse
Coffs Base Hospital
Coffs Harbour Base , NEW SOUTH WALES
2019.01 - 2019.10
- Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
- Delivered high level of care to every patient.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and medical team.
Assistant in Nursing
Emmaus Nursing Home
Port Macquarie , NEW SOUTH WALES
2014.03 - 2019.01
- Delivered nursing-related services under supervision of Registered Nurse.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained homelike environment for residents to support plan of care.
- Examined patients to detect open wounds, bruises and other issues requiring medical care.
- Charted daily information such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages and daily inputs and outputs.
- Responded to call lights to assist patients with various care and comfort needs.
- Cared for patient activities of daily living by assisting with eating, bathing, toileting and mobility.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care.
Education
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Tafe NSW
Port Macquarie 12.2018
Human Services - Health Education
Certificate III in Human Services
Port Macquarie10.2015
Retail Services - Retail Services
Certificate II in Retail Services
Port Macquarie 10.2015
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Ability to work in a team and independently
- Active listener
- Microsoft Office skills
- People skills between internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Technique training to all new nursing staff on floor
- Training initiatives for new nursing staff
- Relationship management between patients, doctors and allied healthstaff
- Critical thinking skills from dealing with emergency cases such as category 1 traumas.
References
- References Available on request
Timeline
Recruitment Consultant
Blue Print Medical
2022.09 - 2023.01
Recruitment Consultant
Nrol
2022.05 - 2022.08
Enrolled Anaesthetic Nurse
Prince of Wales
2020.08 - Current
Enrolled Nurse- Medical Ward
Port Macquarie Base Hospital
2019.10 - 2020.08
New Grad Enrolled Nurse
Coffs Base Hospital
2019.01 - 2019.10
Assistant in Nursing
Emmaus Nursing Home
2014.03 - 2019.01
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Tafe NSW
Human Services - Health Education
Certificate III in Human Services
Retail Services - Retail Services
Certificate II in Retail Services
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