Carly Wright
Wynyard,TAS
Summary
Positive and upbeat health care team member eager to apply time management and organisational skills in various environments. Dedicated to contributing value to patient-focused team. Commended for superior performance in academic and clinical units. Collaborates with healthcare professionals to foster
seamless care delivery. Expert in managing all aspects of patient care with proven leadership, delegation skills, and mentoring abilities. Consistently achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Enrolled Nurse
Southside Family Medical
Burnie, Tasmania
11.2021 - Current
- Assessed patient needs, prioritised treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Achieved Practice goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Provided guidance to new employees regarding policies and procedures within the organisation.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Student Nurse
TasTafe
DEVONPORT, TAS
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Monitored and maintained catheters, IVs and bandages.
- Monitored patient status and reported update to senior medical staff.
- Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Read and understood patient assignment list and reviewed charts to check for special conditions.
- Delivered meals and snacks, helped patients feed themselves and documented intake for medical records.
- Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
- Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
- Established immediate and long-term care goals and worked with interdisciplinary team to create plans to achieve goals.
- Investigated diagnoses to learn more about mechanism, action, peak and onset of each.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Communicated diagnosis and prognosis updates to patients and family members.
- Obtained laboratory specimens by using phlebotomy skills to complete both venous and finger-stick blood draws.
- Managed patient transfers between unit and facility locations and moved patients to procedure and surgical rooms.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
- Coordinated supplies for physicians and assisted with procedures.
- Observed quality and comfort services delivered by nursing staff and expanded patient care abilities.
Mentor Volunteer
WhiteLion
Kingston , TAS
11.2010 - 02.2011
- Engaged with others successfully using strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Kept facilities organized, clean and well-maintained to best meet program needs.
- Talked with volunteer prospects to identify personal goals and effectively pair individuals with appropriate organizations.
- Coordinated referrals to community services by advocating for individual needs and addressing roadblocks.
- Talked with individuals, sharing positive life experiences to encourage improved self-esteem and boost socialization.
- Applied exceptional skills in communication and conflict-resolution to improve decision-making process.
- Recommended coping mechanisms and offered guidance to individuals dealing with intense problems.
- Kept information confidential except in cases pertaining to abuse, neglect or threats.
- Assessed students one-on-one to gauge interests and better meet changing demands.
Education
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Tas Tafe
Devonport, TAS08.2021
Bachelor of Arts/Law - Law
University of Tasmania
Hobart, TAS12.2011
Certificate 3 & 4 in Community Servicea - Family And Community Services
Tasmania Tafe
Clarence, TAS12.2010
High School Diploma -
Scottsdale High School
Scottsdale, TAS12.2005
Skills
- Great communication
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Medication and dosage
- Care plan implementation
- Documenting and charting
- Wound care
- Patient evaluation
- Vital sign assessment
- Health and wellness education
- Working knowledge of medical equipment
- Intake and discharge
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- IV drug therapy management
- Medication and IV administration
- Diabetes management
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
- Time management
- [Software] charting
- Smoking cessation counseling
- Infection control measures
- Time management mastery
- Vaccination schedules
- Chronic disease management
- Cardiovascular risk assessment
- Cancer screening awareness
- Team collaboration
- Electronic health record navigation
- Emergency response readiness
- Asthma management
- Immunisation administration
- Mental health support
- Health promotion strategies
- Allergy testing and treatment
- Family planning services
- Weight management guidance
- Geriatric nursing care
- Advanced clinical assessment
- Wound care expertise
- Computer skills
References
Elaina Bortfield RN- Supervisor and Colleague
Mobile No: 0432823903
Email: elaina.bortfield@live.com
Dr Peter Holona FCS (SA) Ortho, MD (PL) - Supervisor and colleague
Mobile No: 0456 777 919
Email: holonapeter@gmail.com
Timeline
Enrolled Nurse
Southside Family Medical
11.2021 - Current
Student Nurse
TasTafe
06.2019 - 08.2021
Mentor Volunteer
WhiteLion
11.2010 - 02.2011
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Tas Tafe
Bachelor of Arts/Law - Law
University of Tasmania
Certificate 3 & 4 in Community Servicea - Family And Community Services
Tasmania Tafe
High School Diploma -
Scottsdale High School