Brigit Stephens
Mount Barker,SA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Calvary Adelaide Hospital, excelling in patient advocacy and holistic care. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and manage intra-thecal anaesthetics under pressure. Recognized for fostering a positive work culture and delivering exceptional patient outcomes through clear communication and teamwork.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
North Eastern Community Hospital
Campbelltown, SA
04.2023 - Current
- Hospital In Charge
- Permanent Night Duty
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Calvary Adelaide Hospital
Adelaide, SA
11.2008 - Current
Permanent Night Duty
Registered Nurse
Healthstra Nursing Agency
Glen Osmond, SA
03.2002 - 10.2008
Registered Nurse
St. Andrew's Hospital
Adelaide, SA
06.1991 - 02.2002
- Orthopaedic
- Emergency
Student Nurse
St. Andrew's Hospital
Adelaide, SA
05.1988 - 05.1991
As a Hospital based Student Nurse, experience was gained in multiple disciplines including General Surgery, Medical, Orthopaedic, Cardiac, Urology and Colo Rectal.
Experience in Theatre and Recovery.
Education
Hospital Certificate Registered General Nurse -
St Andrews Hospital Inc
Adelaide, SA05.1991
High School Diploma -
Loreto College
Kensington, SA12.1987
Skills
- Empathy
- Patient Advocacy
- Holistic Nursing Care
- Clear Patient Communication
- Patient Care Assessment
- Adhering to The 8 NSQHS
- Monitoring and interpreting Vital Signs
- Accurate Documentation utilising Body Systems
- Strong Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Teamwork Skills
- Medication administration adhering to The 8 R's of Medication Administration
- Team Leader
- Create positive work culture
- Intravenous Cannulation
- In Dwelling Catheter/ Removal Insertion male and female
- PICC line care
- Negative Pressure Dressings
- Ability to work under pressure
- Managing Intra Thecal Anaesthetics
- PCA observations
- Assessing post operative Nerve Block
- Liase with Medical Officers
- Continuing Professional Development
- Basic computer skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
North Eastern Community Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Calvary Adelaide Hospital
11.2008 - Current
Registered Nurse
Healthstra Nursing Agency
03.2002 - 10.2008
Registered Nurse
St. Andrew's Hospital
06.1991 - 02.2002
Student Nurse
St. Andrew's Hospital
05.1988 - 05.1991
Hospital Certificate Registered General Nurse -
St Andrews Hospital Inc
High School Diploma -
Loreto College
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