Cassandra Rockley
Highland Park,QLD
Summary
Seasoned Clinical Facilitator with comprehensive knowledge in patient care, clinical procedures and healthcare regulations. Strong ability to facilitate learning and skill development among nursing staff. Proven track record in developing effective relationships between medical professionals, leading to improved patient outcomes. Adept at identifying educational needs and implementing innovative teaching methods that resonate with diverse groups of learners. Notable success in fostering a positive learning environment that motivates staff towards continued professional growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Teacher
Souther Cross University
Coolangatta, QLD
07.2023 - Current
- Coordinate with the Unit Assessor to deliver content to 3rd-year Nursing students over 7 weeks for Paediatric and Adolescent Health.
- VIVA assessment and marking based on Rubrix.
- OSCE assessment and clinical skills assessment.
- Deliver tutorials for neuroscience and spectrum disorders.
- Drive innovation and best practice learning through practical technical support.
- Safe delivery of clinical health labs, including high-fidelity simulation, whilst maintaining the highest standards of current practice and service to students.
Casual Pool Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
NSW Health
Tweed Heads, NSW
11.2020 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Monitored vital signs and other indicators of patient health status.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care when needed according to established hospice guidelines.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and families during stressful situations.
- Operated and maintained emergency department equipment, performing regular checks for functionality and safety.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Facilitated seamless transfer of patients to other units or facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of contagious diseases within the emergency department.
- Provided emotional support for patients during stressful times.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper nursing protocols for emergency room operations.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical treatment, ensuring respect and dignity in patient care.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures and provided post-operative care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Queensland Health
Southport, QLD
01.2015 - Current
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Utilized computerized systems such as iEMR, Firstnet and Metavision to document patients details.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with AHPRA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans with children with complex needs need to be facilitated easily through the health system.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Registered Nurse
Souther Cross University
Coolangatta, QLD
10.2022 - 03.2025
- Mentor and support first-year nurses in their career development.
- Practice collaboratively with the interprofessional healthcare team to promote the safety, security, and personal integrity of individuals and groups.
- Act as a clinical resource and a role model. Respond appropriately, and provide support and direction to manage sudden alterations in the patient's health status, using advanced nursing assessment and intervention skills.
- ANSAT is to report back to Southern Cross on the achievement for the unit.
- Provide first-year-level clinical and problem-solving skills, expert planning, and coordination skills in managing aged care residents with complex care needs, ensuring quality standards are met.
- Demonstrate advanced-level skills in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of education services. Ensure that educational content reflects evidence-based and contemporary practice.
- Liaise with registered nurses, supporting students to clarify the achievement of learning objectives.
Part Time Registered Nurse General Practice
Doctors at Pacific Fair
Broadbeach, QLD
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Childhood vaccinations based on the NIP.
- ECG monitoring.
- IM/SC injection
- Ear Syringing
- Documentation using Medical Director
- Assessed patient needs, prioritised treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures such as biopsies, wound care and iron infusions
- Urine Analysis/specimen collection
- Instrument sterilization
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing And Midwifery
Griffith Univeristy
Southport12-2014
Skills
- Cultural sensitivity
- Serving diverse communities
- Learning style assessment
- Small group instruction
- Learning strategies
- Classwork assignment
- Infectious disease control
- IV management
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Lab result interpretation
- Diabetes management
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Physical assessments
- High level of autonomy
- Nursing plan development
- Breastfeeding education
- Intake and discharge
- Feeding assistance
- Acute care expertise
- Patient relations
- Emotional awareness
- Family advocacy
- Culturally sensitive
- Vascular care
- Gastrostomy tube care
- EMR systems
- Professional bedside manner
- Chest pain management
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Heart failure management
- Electrocardiogram interpretation
- Pacemaker management
- Defibrillator operation
- Intravenous therapy
- Growth and development monitoring
- Nutrition support
- Pain management
- Child development
- Pediatric CPR
- Gastrointestinal care
- Respiratory care
- Vital data collection
- Allergy management
- Child welfare management
- Pediatric nursing care
- Emergency care
- Asthma management
- Seizure management
- Growth monitoring
- Immunization administration
- Infection control
- Behavioral management - Nutritional Resuscitation Care
Affiliations
- Enjoy outdoor sports such as surfing, water skiing, hiking, and playing tennis
- Cooking/Baking in the kitchen, reading books and gardening
- I love to learn new things and get involved in community
Certification
- Advanced Life Support
- OPTIMUS CORE
- Preceptor and Facilitator Workshop
- Certificate in Dementia Care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Teacher
Souther Cross University
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Souther Cross University
10.2022 - 03.2025
Casual Pool Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
NSW Health
11.2020 - Current
Part Time Registered Nurse General Practice
Doctors at Pacific Fair
02.2019 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse
Queensland Health
01.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing And Midwifery
Griffith Univeristy
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