Caitlin Ashleigh Lowe
Terrey Hills,Australia
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
NSW Health
2023.01 - Current
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Worked as part of CODE BLUE and rapid response team
- Worked with both paediatric and Adult patients
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
Registered Nurse
Healthscope
2022.02 - 2023.01
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Completed both Rotations:
- Orthopaedic and general surgery
- Cardiology/ Respiratory including CCU
Enrolled Nurse
NSW Health
2019.07 - 2022.01
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
Assistance in Nursing
NSW Helath
2018.01 - 2019.07
- Worked under the instruction of Enrolled and Registered nurses
- Patient Special
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning of bedridden patients, preserving skin integrity.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and assistance in daily living activities.
- Delivered high-quality personal care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing, fostering a sense of dignity for each patient.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring and reporting changes in health status to nursing staff.
Swimming Lessons Instructor
Carlie Swimming
2016.01 - 2018.01
- Contributed to a thriving aquatics program through active participation in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and community initiatives.
- Managed pool maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters, checking chemical balances, and maintaining proper water temperatures for optimal learning environments.
- Increased student confidence in swimming abilities through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Nurtured healthy competition among students while emphasizing the importance of sportsmanship and teamwork.
- Promoted water safety awareness by incorporating essential skills and techniques into each lesson plan.
FRONT COUNTER & DRIVE THROUGH CASHIER
McDonald's Restaurant
2014.01 - 2016.01
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly and maintaining customer loyalty.
- Warmly welcomed customers upon approaching counter and placing orders.
- Provided expert product knowledge to assist customers in making informed decisions about their purchases.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the counter.
- Prepared store for opening or closing procedures, ensuring all tasks were completed thoroughly and on time.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Technology Sydney
Ultimo, NSW11.2021
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
TAFE NSW
Brookvale, NSW03.2018
No Degree - School
Northern Beaches Christian School
Terrey Hills, NSW11.2017
Certificate III In Assistance in Nursing - Nursing
TAFE NSW
St Leonards, NSW10.2017
Bronze Medallion
Surf Life Saving Australia
11.2014
Skills
- ECG Interpretation
- Patient Assessments
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Medication Administration
- Advanced Life Support
- NG insertion
- IVC insertion
- Nurse initiated x-rays
- CVAD Competent
- Bedside triage
- Nurse initiated pathology
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
NSW Health
2023.01 - Current
Registered Nurse
Healthscope
2022.02 - 2023.01
Enrolled Nurse
NSW Health
2019.07 - 2022.01
Assistance in Nursing
NSW Helath
2018.01 - 2019.07
Swimming Lessons Instructor
Carlie Swimming
2016.01 - 2018.01
FRONT COUNTER & DRIVE THROUGH CASHIER
McDonald's Restaurant
2014.01 - 2016.01
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Technology Sydney
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
TAFE NSW
No Degree - School
Northern Beaches Christian School
Certificate III In Assistance in Nursing - Nursing
TAFE NSW
Bronze Medallion
Surf Life Saving Australia
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