CAITLYN RUSH
Gold Coast,QLD
Summary
Enthusiastic and hardworking individual with strong communication skills ready to uphold high expectations of a Registered Nurse in Logan Hospital's Emergency Department. Self-motivated and resilient worker that can effectively complete tasks to high standards in a timely manner. Currently completing my Graduate Program with Logan Hospital having worked seven months in the Children's Inpatient Unit and completing six months in Paeds ED. Friendly, resilient and positive attitude with great interpersonal skills looking to progress in nursing career path where I can constantly learn and utilize my skills to achieve and exceed goals. I hope to learn and overcome professional challenges, and grow further as a health professional. Hoping to have a positive impact on those I work with and create a safe environment for patients and their loved ones.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paediatric Emergency Department Registred Nurse
Logan Hospital
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs and advocating, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing procedures.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Delivering high level of quality care to diverse populations and conducting thorough assessments to identify changes in patients condition
- Dedicated to continuous learning and upskilling
Childrens Inpatient Unit Registered Nurse
Logan Hospital
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Providing exceptional care to paediatric patients and families, building therapeutic relationships to provide care that addresses physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Advocating for my patients and families needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Communicating with families that is health literacy appropriate and providing education to ensure they are included in decision making and can make informed consent.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Effectively working well within a team and building safe and positive relationships with co-workers.
Disability Support Worker
Rockpip
11.2021 - 02.2024
- Maintaining daily living standards by assisting client with personal hygiene needs
- Assisting with transfers to and from bed, to the bathroom, in and out of vehicles, etc
- Providing support to maintain a clean and organized environment for client by assisting with house upkeep (washing dishes, gardening, vacuuming, etc.)
- Assisting client with meal preparation and medication administration
- Assisting client with physio exercises, community access and transportation
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
Disability Support Worker
Sole Trader
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Assisting client with community access, planning outings
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Transportation from school to appointments, social gatherings, and sporting activities
- Assisting client with personal hygiene needs
- Educating client on the importance of healthy habits
- Assisting client to stay physically active and participating in sports, gym sessions, walks, etc.
Disability Support Worker
Tangata Ataahua
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Supported with assisted living and house tasks/upkeep (vacuuming, moping, washing, dishes, scrubbing, etc.)
- Assisted client with personal care (bathing, grooming and hygiene)
- Assisted in maintaining a safe, clean, and positive environment for client
- Helping client reach their goals by organising activities and events for client to participate in
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks and administered medication
- Transported client safely to social activities and appointments
Barista/Waitress
The Coffee Club
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Handling food and beverages
- Handling transactions at the register, upselling and offering customer support
- Ensuring store was clean, organised and presentable
- Resolving any issues using effective communication techniques, always leaving customers happy
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Southern Cross University
Gold Coast11.2023
Skills
- excellent interpersonal skills
- effective time management skills
- empathetic patient centred care approach
- adaptable
- fast learner
- self motivated
- working well in teams or independently
- Follows policies and procedures
References
Andrew Haywood - Rockpip Pty (Disability Services)
Email: andrew.haywood23@hotmail.com
Frances Scanlan - Clinical Facilitator at The Prince Charles Hospital
Email: Frances.scanlan@health.qld.gov.au
Jan Taplin - Clinical Facilitator at Gold Coast University
Email: jan.taplin@health.qld.gov.au
Janice Bhan - Clinical Facilitator at Belmont Private Hospital
Email: janice.bhan@aurorahealth.com.au
Timeline
Paediatric Emergency Department Registred Nurse
Logan Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Childrens Inpatient Unit Registered Nurse
Logan Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Rockpip
11.2021 - 02.2024
Disability Support Worker
Sole Trader
02.2021 - 02.2023
Disability Support Worker
Tangata Ataahua
01.2021 - 11.2021
Barista/Waitress
The Coffee Club
01.2017 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Nursing -
Southern Cross University
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