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Bernadette Marie Burn

Hamersley,Australia

Summary

Experienced with comprehensive patient care, including assessment, treatment, and follow-up. Utilizes clinical expertise to develop and implement effective care plans tailored to individual patient needs. Strong understanding of medical protocols and care coordination, ensuring high standards of patient safety and recovery.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Nurse

North Metropolitan Health Service (OPH)
11.2024 - Current
  • Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
  • Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
  • Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
  • Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
  • Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
  • Handled patient discharge planning, arranging for follow-up care after leaving healthcare facility.
  • Handled patient transfers, following safety protocols to prevent injuries.

Clinical Nurse Ward G53

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
02.2006 - Current
  • Clinical Nurse Ward G53 (Orthopaedics)
  • Blood Transfusion & Wound Management Resource Link Nurse.
  • Patient Safety Team Member with portfolio of Pressure Ulcer Prevention
  • Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
  • Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .

Clinical Nurse

North Metropolitan Health Service (OPH)
08.2023 - 11.2023
  • Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
  • Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
  • Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
  • Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
  • Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.

RN & ACN G51

SCGH
01.2009 - 05.2010
  • Orthopaedics/ Neurosurgery/Hand Plastics
  • Blood Transfusion & Wound Management Resource Link Nurse.

Nursing assistant & RN

Agency in London UK for PULSE
05.2008 - 12.2008
  • Worked as a Nursing assistant & RN in Oncology, Cardiac, General Surgery; Gynaecology; Orthopaedics; General Medicine; AAU; Obs Ward; Community; Outpatients Department; Day Surgery and Flu Vaccination Clinic.
  • Gained valuable experience in a diverse range of fields and learned to adapt well to changing wards & situations.
  • Increased my knowledge of different nursing fields & my confidence in providing a high standard of nursing care for these patients.

G51 Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
02.2006 - 05.2008
  • G51 Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery

Rehabilitation and Aged Care Medicine

07.2005 - 02.2006
  • Rehabilitation and Aged Care Medicine

Grad Program

Joondalup Health Campus
02.2005 - 07.2005
  • Orthopaedics

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

Notre Dame University
Fremantle, Perth W.A
12.2004

Secondary School -

Sacred Heart College
Sorrento, Perth W.A
01.2001

Primary School - undefined

Liwara Catholic Primary
Greenwood, Perth W.A
01.1996

Skills

  • Proficient in the use of EBM & iSoft
  • Clinical judgment
  • End-of-life care
  • Ethical practice
  • Critical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Nursing staff supervision
  • Admitting and discharging

Interests

  • Pilates
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Hiking
  • Road Trips
  • Photography

Timeline

Clinical Nurse

North Metropolitan Health Service (OPH)
11.2024 - Current

Clinical Nurse

North Metropolitan Health Service (OPH)
08.2023 - 11.2023

RN & ACN G51

SCGH
01.2009 - 05.2010

Nursing assistant & RN

Agency in London UK for PULSE
05.2008 - 12.2008

Clinical Nurse Ward G53

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
02.2006 - Current

G51 Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
02.2006 - 05.2008

Rehabilitation and Aged Care Medicine

07.2005 - 02.2006

Grad Program

Joondalup Health Campus
02.2005 - 07.2005

Primary School - undefined

Liwara Catholic Primary

Bachelor of Nursing -

Notre Dame University

Secondary School -

Sacred Heart College
Bernadette Marie Burn