Cassandra Gallimore
Oxenford
Summary
I am a dedicated and enthusiastic nursing professional with fifteen years of diverse clinical experience in both acute and non-acute medical and surgical specialties. My primary expertise lies in neurosurgical nursing, complemented by experience in trauma, ophthalmology, and neurology/stroke nursing. With a strong commitment to education, safety, and quality improvement, I am passionate about sharing my nursing knowledge and enhancing the skills of my colleagues. My career has not only allowed me to refine my clinical acumen but also to develop strong interpersonal skills, all while ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Seen as an experienced and professional nurse, I have often been relied upon and stepped into leadership roles; working as an acting CN and the team leader position, discharge coordinator and most recently backfill of the clinical facilitator role. I am now seeking to apply my skills and share my knowledge and passion through empowering and facilitating others.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in neurosurgical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Facilitator Backfill
Queensland Health – Gold Coast University Hospital
2023 - Current
- Engaged staff in attending mandatory education, including CSATS, and assisted with the organisation and attendance of in-service training.
- Led a quality improvement project focused on traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients and their families by creating a specific information brochure aimed at reducing anxiety.
- Led a quality improvement project - focusing on student nurses, and in consultation with a fellow RN created a C4W Student Edition Guide to Neurosurgery and the most common conditions they will see.
- Assisted in maintaining and updating Quality Assessments and provided feedback data to ward staff.
- Participated in PDPs and staff education/development.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current clinical practices, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes as needed.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices in patient care and assisting with challenging cases.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions for nursing staff, increasing their confidence in performing complex procedures and improving overall quality of care.
Registered Nurse and Team Leader Role
Queensland Health – Gold Coast University Hospital
01.2015 - 2025
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying Doctors and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Provide care for clinically deteriorating patients with 1:1 special nursing observation on the ward.
- Participate in acuity Role as experienced float nurse; actively engage in new graduate preceptorship buddy RN or student RN buddy role; along with providing general floor nursing care.
- Advanced skills in nursing procedures, including caring for patients with tracheostomies, lumber drains, and Extra Ventricular Drains (EVDs).
- Work within a time-pressured environment while prioritising workloads and adhering to the professional code of conduct and GCUH core capability framework while maintaining high clinical standards and high levels of quality care at all times.
- Engage in the Discharge Co-ordinator role regularly.
Registered Nurse
Queensland Health – Gold Coast University Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Facilitated communication between patients and doctors to ensure understanding of treatment plans and health outcomes.
- Occasionally served as the team leader in the surgical day unit overnight.
- Worked across multiple wards, including Emergency Department, Gynaecology/Urology/Plastics, Gastroenterology, Oncology, Infectious Diseases, Respiratory, Cardiology, Vascular, Day Surgery Unit, and Orthopaedics.
- Maintained clinical compliance in day-to-day practice and upheld high standards of quality clinical care.
- Actively participated in the team leader role in Neurology/Stroke Unit– ensuring adequate staffing levels and maintaining the safety of both patients and colleagues.
- Closely monitored acute stroke patients in the High Dependency Unit (HDU) using telemetry equipment.
Registered Nurse / High Dependency Unit Nurse / Acting Clinical Nurse
Queensland Health – Princess Alexandra Hospital
2010 - 2014
- Co-ordinated service delivery and provided effective leadership for a 20-bed Neurosurgical unit in the acting clinical nurse role (ACN) by prioritising workloads and appropriately allocating patients and staff.
- Served as backfill for the Case Manager/Discharge Co-ordinator Role.
- Worked in an 8-bed High Dependency Unit with a 1:2 patient ratio, caring for post-operative and acutely unwell or deteriorating patients.
- Collaborated closely with the Clinical Facilitator to assist with education, portfolio management, and Professional Development Plans for RNs and ENs within my assigned portfolio group.
- Contributed to the development of policies focusing on fall prevention, medication safety, pressure injury prevention, and discharge planning pathways.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Griffith University
01-2009
Skills
- Comprehensive clinical knowledge
- Self-Motivated & Reliable
- Strong leadership traits
- Proficient in handling multiple tasks
Certification
APHRA Nursing Registration Australia
Accomplishments
- Successful in applying for backfill position as Clinical facilitator on the Neurosurgery and Ophthalmology Unit at GCUH in 2023 and again in 2025.
- Led quality improvement projects for the Neurosurgical department
- Accepted for acting Clinical Nurse on the Neurosurgery and Ophthalmology Unit at GCUH during the 9 years on the ward.
Awards
Nominated for Chief Executive Value Award 2021 in the category of Compassion at GCUH., Promoted to Acting Clinical Nurse position after 3 years of commencing my nursing career at PA Hospital.
Training
- 2023 Completed CF and CN temporary backfill positions on Neurosurgery IPU
- 2019 IEMR Super User Training
- 2018 Preceptorship Course
- 2017 Leadership Course
- 2014 Case Manager and Discharge backfill position
- 2013 Participated in ward-based policy development and implementation
- 2013 Acting Clinical Nurse promotion
- 2011 Tracheostomy Workshop
- 2011 Aggressive Behavior Management
- 2010 Completed Graduate Nurse Course- Neuroscience Education, Transition to Practice Program
TRAITS
- CREATIVE THINKER Embrace new ideas
- CONSCIENTIOUS Hardworking and willing to go the extra mile
- ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS Excellent attention to detail
- CARING ATTITUDE Possess a natural empathy for others
- EDUCATOR Passion for education, safety and quality improvement
- LEADER Proven role model with excellent leadership skills
Timeline
Registered Nurse and Team Leader Role
Queensland Health – Gold Coast University Hospital
01.2015 - 2025
Registered Nurse
Queensland Health – Gold Coast University Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2015
Clinical Facilitator Backfill
Queensland Health – Gold Coast University Hospital
2023 - Current
Registered Nurse / High Dependency Unit Nurse / Acting Clinical Nurse
Queensland Health – Princess Alexandra Hospital
2010 - 2014
Bachelor of Nursing -
Griffith University
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