Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
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Caroline  Kelly

Caroline Kelly

Kinross,WA

Summary

I am an Irish trained Nurse and Midwife. I have been living and working in Perth Western Australia since 2012. I consider myself to be professional, trust worthy and diligent in all aspects of my career. I have enjoyed many highlights in my career including becoming one of 35 nurses who in 2009 obtained prescribing rights paving the way for future nurse and midwives to do the same. My aim is to provide safe and effective evidence based care to my patients at all times and to be the best practitioner I can be at all times.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

After-Hours Nurse Manager

Ramsay Healthcare
10.2020 - Current
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management.
  • Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.
  • Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.

Clinical Nurse/Midwife

Ramsay Health Care
03.2012 - Current
  • Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
  • Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
  • Implemented necessary changes based on evaluation of staffing requirements and floor assignments.
  • Managed care for antenatal patients from initial booking through to discharge.
  • Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
  • Maintained patient records and ensured patient privacy and clinical compliance.
  • Coordinated the maternity ward and the Birthsuite daily for up to 30 patients.
  • Educated junior colleagues and share my knowledge and experiences.

Shift Coordinator

Midland health Authority
09.2007 - 01.2012
  • Delegated tasks to team members and assessed compliance.
  • Set challenging goals and helped team work together to accomplish all objectives.
  • Verified quality of all work performed to meet demanding targets.
  • Interpreted management directives, performed daily assignments and completed special projects.
  • 5 years leadership experience.

Staff Registered Nurse/Midwife

The National Maternity Hospital
04.2004 - 09.2007
  • Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
  • Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Communicated with patients regarding medication risks, diets, physician instructions and treatment procedures.
  • Ensured patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Healthcare Management And Leadership

Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA
12.2020

Graduate Certificate in Nurse Prescribing - Nursing Midwifery

RCSI (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland)
Dublin, County Dublin
09.2008

Higher diploma in Midwifery - Midwifery

University College Dublin
Dublin, County Dublin
04.2004

Diploma of nursing studies - Nursing

Trinity College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
09.2000

Skills

    I am an effective communicator with my colleagues, patients and their family members

    I am punctual and have excellent time management skills

    I am a good record keeper and document accordingly

    I provide exceptional patient care and pride myself in my attention to detail

    I ensure my junior colleagues are supported and feel safe in the knowledge I am available to offer help

    I practice according to evidence based practice and keep myself up to date with the latest research available through seminars, study days and online publications

    I manage a team of nurse and midwives in the after hours period and coordinate the shift to ensure high standards of patient care is met

    I ensure the hospital I work in is staffed appropriately and that safe working conditions continue

    I liase with members of the multi-disciplinary team and discuss in detail patient care and well being

    I problem solve and try to resolve at local level where possible

    I recognise when it is appropriate to seek advice and support from my Director of Clinical Services with issues that are beyond my capabilities

    I support and adhere to my organisations ethos and values

References

Karen Cunliffe

Director of Clinical Services

Glengarry Private Hospital

Phone 0894470111


Clare Davies

Clinical Midwifery Specialist

MOETS

Phone 0417146956

Timeline

After-Hours Nurse Manager

Ramsay Healthcare
10.2020 - Current

Clinical Nurse/Midwife

Ramsay Health Care
03.2012 - Current

Shift Coordinator

Midland health Authority
09.2007 - 01.2012

Staff Registered Nurse/Midwife

The National Maternity Hospital
04.2004 - 09.2007

Graduate Certificate - Healthcare Management And Leadership

Edith Cowan University

Graduate Certificate in Nurse Prescribing - Nursing Midwifery

RCSI (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland)

Higher diploma in Midwifery - Midwifery

University College Dublin

Diploma of nursing studies - Nursing

Trinity College Dublin
Caroline Kelly