Blossom Collado
Narre Warren,Victoria
Summary
Dedicated nurse with extensive experience in the aged care sector, skilled in patient assessment and care plan development. Proven ability to deliver compassionate care while ensuring compliance with Aged Care Standards. Strong advocate for patient needs, effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and quality of life.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Benetas Corowa Court
Mornington, Victoria
11.2023 - Current
- Monitored changes in physical condition and reported any concerns to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Performed wound care management including changing dressings and administering topical ointments when needed.
- Provided emotional support to elderly patients dealing with chronic illnesses or end of life issues.
- Coordinated communication between family members, caregivers and other healthcare providers involved in patient's care plan.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while providing direct patient care.
- Assessed and monitored vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, temperature and oxygen saturation.
- Developed individualized care plans for elderly patients based on their needs.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Nurse
Berengarra Aged Care
Kew, Victoria
03.2021 - Current
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, eating and toileting for geriatric patients who require assistance.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while providing direct patient care.
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Monitored changes in physical condition and reported any concerns to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Performed wound care management including changing dressings and administering topical ointments when needed.
- Provided emotional support to elderly patients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life issues.
Nurse
Boronia Residential Aged Care (MAACG)
Boronia, Victoria
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Developed individualized care plans for geriatric patients based on their needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Performed wound care management including changing dressings and administering topical ointments when needed.
- Monitored changes in physical condition and reported any concerns to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while providing direct patient care.
- Coordinated communication between family members, caregivers and other healthcare providers involved in patient's care plan.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
ACFI Officer
Heritage Gardens Aged Care
Bayswater North, Victoria
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
- Led training and development programs to enhance team skills and performance.
- Conducted regular reviews to evaluate effectiveness of care plans.
- Assisted in patient assessments and developing care plans.
- Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Quality Officer
Heritage Gardens Aged Care
Bayswater North, Victoria
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Drafted reports on quality assurance activities including findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
- Developed and implemented procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
- Ensured that all employees follow safety rules while performing their duties.
- Conducted internal audits and inspections of services and processes for compliance with established Aged Care Standards and company guidelines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop plans for continuous process improvements.
- Performed quality control inspections at residential sites to determine alignment with Aged Care Standards.
Nurse
Heritage Gardens Aged Care
Bayswater North, Victoria
06.2015 - 05.2020
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed resident's needs, developed care plans and monitored progress of individual care plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Coordinated communication between family members, caregivers and other healthcare providers involved in patient's care plan.
- Assessed and monitored vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, temperature and oxygen saturation.
- Performed wound care management including changing dressings and administering topical ointments when needed.
- Provided emotional support to geriatric patients dealing with chronic illnesses or end of life issues.
Nurse
Kew Gardens Aged Care
Kew, Victoria
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Developed individualized care plans for geriatric patients based on their needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Coordinated communication between family members, caregivers and other healthcare providers involved in patient's care plan.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Education
Certificate III - Work Health and Safety
Rhodes College
Melbourne, VIC01.2015
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Deakin University
Burwood, VIC01.2014
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Santo Tomas
Manila, Philippines01.2011
Skills
- Patient assessment and care
- Care plan development
- Care plan implementation
- Direct nursing care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient management
- Medication administration
- Wound care management
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Patient advocacy
- Compassionate care
- End-of-life care
- Palliative care
- Clinical judgment
Registration History
- 2011, Registered Nurse, 0716086, 09/16/11, active, Professional Regulation Commission, Manila, Philippines
- 2014, Registered Nurse, Div 1, NMW0001914643, 09/16/14, active, Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
Professional References
- Zenaida Tanada, ANUM – Berengarra Aged Care, 283 Cotham Road, Kew, VIC 3101, 0450 447 641, zenaida.tanada@svha.org.au
- Yuwei (Emma) Chen, ANUM - Berengarra Aged Care, 283 Cotham Road, Kew, VIC 3101, 0405 563 960, yawed.chen2@svha.org.au
- Wumaerjiang (Dio) Wumiti, ANUM – Berengarra Aged Care, 283 Cotham Road, Kew, VIC 3101, 0428 630 602, wumaerjiang.wumiti@svha.org.au
- Janice Sadya-as, AHM/RN, Benetas Corowa Court, 752 Esplanade, Mornington, VIC 3931, 0405 810 405, Janice.Sadya-as@benetas.com.au
Timeline
Nurse
Benetas Corowa Court
11.2023 - Current
Nurse
Berengarra Aged Care
03.2021 - Current
Nurse
Boronia Residential Aged Care (MAACG)
09.2020 - 02.2021
ACFI Officer
Heritage Gardens Aged Care
09.2019 - 05.2020
Quality Officer
Heritage Gardens Aged Care
01.2019 - 03.2019
Nurse
Heritage Gardens Aged Care
06.2015 - 05.2020
Nurse
Kew Gardens Aged Care
01.2015 - 06.2015
Certificate III - Work Health and Safety
Rhodes College
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Deakin University
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Santo Tomas
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