BIANCA BURGESS

My role as an anaesthetic nurse is to assist the anaesthetist in the administration of anesthetic during the surgery, and tasks include the preparation of equipment, monitoring the patient's condition, and reaction to instructions from the anaesthetist. The anaesthetic nurse works under the direct supervision of the anaesthetist.

• prepare the environment and equipment for the patient
• prepare equipment for administering the anaesthetic
• receive the patient into the operating room and establish rapport with the patient by asking and answering questions and checking identification and consent
• communicate relevant patient information to the other members of the intra-operative team, both nurses and doctors
• assist with intra-operative patient monitoring and ensure the patient’s safety, comfort and warmth
• assist the anaesthetist at the end of the procedure as the patient emerges from the effects of anaesthesia.

• Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Came up with treatment plans and communicated with patients about options, medications and self-management.
• Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking ECG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
• Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Directed patient admission and discharge tasks while managing patients and coordinating care.

• Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, including physicians, case managers and social workers.
• Adhered to all hospital procedures, policies and protocols to support patient safety.
• Advised caregivers and family members in providing emotional and psychological care to support patient needs.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, Subcut and IM and monitored responses.
• Ensured duties and tasks were performd as per EEN scope of practice.
• Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support and instructions including, Clexane therapy instructions.
• Faxed and emailed referral forms E.g. community nursing or fracture clinic referrals etc.
• Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, monitored PCA, IVF and oriented patients to unit.
• Performed cannulation and peripheral venepuncture as per the hospitals policies and procedures.
• Collected blood and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
• Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
• Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
• Admitted patients into Day Surgery and prepared the patient for surgery, including prepping specific parts of the body for surgery.
• Received patients from recovery for continuous monitoring of vitals and prepared patients for discharge.
• Ensured patients tolerated light post operative diet and fluids and voided post operatively.
• Encouraged patients to mobilise post surgery to prevent thrombus.
• Report abnormal findings to Registered Nurse or Nurse In Charge and escalated concerns to doctors for further investigation.
• Performed BGL's & Ketones on patients with Type 1 & 2 diabetes.
• Participated in MET (Medical Emergency Team) where patients deteriorated by collecting vitals, ensuring the airway is patent & not obstructed, providing oxygen therapy, administered drugs as per the Doctor, scribed, provided handover to the ICU or anesthetics team regarding patients history and background & events of how patient deteriorated.
• Performed ECG's on cardiac patients, including prior to surgery.
• Ensured patients regular medications have been charted correctly.
• Ensured all documentation is recorded accordingly and includes the correct terminology assisted by using A-G assessment and ISBAR handover techniques.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters and IVs.
• Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
• Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
• Evaluated charting procedures for adherence to best practices.
• Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching.
• Administrated and monitored various Heparin infusions commonly used for patients who require "bridging" implementation.
• Checked Blood Products as per the protocol, ensuing I remain in my scope of practice.
• Checked S8 & S4 cupboard with RN at beginning or end of each shift.
• Transported patients to treatment units and operating rooms by using wheelchairs or moveable beds.
• Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.

• Attending to vital signs, BGL's, ketones and reporting abnormalities to Registered Nurse.
• Responsible for providing personal care to patients; showering, toileting, oral care and personal hygiene.
• Answering patient call buzzers and assessing needs. Prioritising care based on patients condition.
• Measuring and applying TED stockings as required.
• Support and advocate for patients during their admission to ensure
optimal patient outcomes.
• Attending to and monitoring "Individual Patient Special" for at risk
patients.

• Providing care and support to paediatric patients and their families whom have various physical and/or mental health illnesses.
• Review care plans and work collaboratively to provide care under
direction and supervision of RN and EEN.
• Embracing a team approach of care based on mutual respect and direct communication between health professionals.
• Involvement in a wide variety medical conditions including; Respiratory, Endocrine, Palliative, Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol,
Gastroenterology, Cardiology and Aged Care.
• Attending to documentation including; food charts, fluid balance,
bowel chart, Waterlow assessment, falls risk assessment, malnutrition assessment, alcohol withdrawal scale and progress notes.
• Providing ISBAR handover to team.
• Sound knowledge of emergency equipment location.
• Always wear appropriate PPE and attending to hand hygiene.
• Complying with AHPRA's standards and the Nursing and Midwifery
Board Australia.

• Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.