CASSIDY SMITH
Traralgon,VIC
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 12 months ICU experience and proven track record in delivering compassionate, empathetic care at Latrobe Regional Hospital. Skilled in fostering multidisciplinary team communication and improving care delivery efficiency through exceptional patient assessments. Developed innovative care documentation, enhancing patient treatment continuity. Demonstrates a strong blend of analytical prowess and heartfelt patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit
Latrobe Regional Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Obtained information from patient interview and observation and documented vital signs, including bedside safety checks and full patient assessments to facilitate safe patient care.
- Completed, maintained and submitted accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient condition and treatment plan to facilitate continuity of care.
- Handled non invasive and mechanical ventilator support, feeding tubes and central/arterial lines. Including titration of inotropic supports to achieve safe MAP aims.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Nominated for Graduate Nurse of 2023 by fellow nursing staff and unit managers after completing my second rotation in the ICU.
PACU Registered Nurse
Maryvale Private Hospital
04.2023 - Current
- Took vitals and assessed patients both prior to their procedure in the day procedure unit and in the recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to 10-30 patients on average in post-operative recovery room.
- Assessed and identified individual patient educational needs, removing barriers to learning and supporting comprehensive progress.
- Developed quality improvement plans, policies and operational guidelines. Recently I developed and implemented a tick box form for the front of patients histories to facilitate a more efficient method of care delivery.
Graduate Registered Nurse - Avon Medical Ward
Latrobe Regional Hospital
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Contributed to achievement of established department goals and objectives by adhering to policies, procedures and quality and safety standards. Including facilitating patient discharged before 12pm for the overall efficeincy of the organisation.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions, with the Avon ward specialising in stroke care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans. With the assistance of allied health referral and discussion.
- Provided compassionate and patient-family centred care to cultivate well-being during end of life comfort cares.
Lab Technician
Federation University
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for nursing and midwifery students to simulate clinical settings.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for valuable equipment as well as liaising with manufactures to identify how to trouble shoot issues identified.
- Researched new methods and techniques as well as communicating with academic staff to ensure clinical modules had the most up to date / best practice training available.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Federation University Australia
Churchill, VIC11.2022
Bachelor of Biomedicine -
Latrobe University
Bundoora, VICVCE -
Lavalla Catholic College
Traralgon, VIC11.2018
Skills
- Patient Examination and Safety Assessments
- Communication within a multidisciplinary team
- Compassionate and empathetic care delivery
- Insertion and management of intravenous therapy
Clinical Placements
21/03/22 – 15/03/22
Royal Children’s Hospital, Kookaburra Ward, Paediatric Oncology
4 Weeks, 160hrs
Full patient loads, implemented appropriate cancer care management, identified and initiated the febrile neutropenic pathway, escalated patients’ blood results to HMOs for blood and platelet transfusions, provided support and reassurance to all patients and families.
17/01/22 – 02/04/22
Latrobe Regional Hospital, Emergency Department, Acute Emergency
3 Weeks, 120hrs
Primary and secondary assessments, pain, respiratory, cardiac, skin, neurological and neurovascular assessments. Wound dressings using ANTT, venepuncture, accurate ECG.
02/08/21 – 05/09/21
Latrobe Regional Hospital, Flynn Ward, Mental Health
2 Weeks, 80hrs
Assistance with patient load, daily MSE’s, accurate documentation.
22/11/21 – 03/12/22
Latrobe Regional Hospital, Theatres and Recovery, Acute
4 Weeks, 160hrs
Scrub / scout and recovery nursing. Sterile procedure assistance, airway assessments, immediate post-operative care vitals, reassurance and support.
04/01/21 – 17/01/21
Koorooman House Leongatha, Aged Care, Sub-Acute
2 Weeks, 80hrs
Hygiene, Nutrition and documentation of patient assessments and vital signs.
References
Professional
Faye Logan, ICU CNE, Latrobe Regional Hospital
Ph: 0403 687 762
Email: FLogan@lrh.com.au
Amy Aeschlimann, ICU NUM, Latrobe Regional Hospital
Ph: 5173 8247
Email: amy.aschlimann@lrh.com.au
Sarah Greenwood, Registered Nurse, Latrobe Regional Hospital
Ph: 0431 035 255
Email: sarahgreenwood.96@hotmail.com
Personal
Alison Snell, CEO Yallambee, Traralgon Vic.
Ph: 0437 753 029
Dr Laura Jowett, Senior Lab Technician, Federation University.
Ph: 0423 096 034
Certifications and Learning Packages
- Recognise and respond to deterioration, S. Plapp.
- Advanced clinical assessment, S. Plapp.
- Advanced ECG analysis, S. Plapp.
- ECG interpretation learning package.
- Inotropes and vasopressors learning package.
- Management of a CVC learning package.
- Management of Arterial lines learning package.
- Basic life support (current).
- Advanced life support (current).
Hobbies
- Netball
- Running
- Snowboarding / skiiing
- Camping
- Hiking
- Fishing
Goals I am working towards...
- Successfully complete LRH discovery program in ICU.
- Complete post graduate certificate in intensive care.
- Complete graduate diploma in intensive care.
- Complete a masters degree in intensive care.
- Become an ICU nurse practitioner.
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit
Latrobe Regional Hospital
07.2023 - Current
PACU Registered Nurse
Maryvale Private Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Graduate Registered Nurse - Avon Medical Ward
Latrobe Regional Hospital
01.2023 - 07.2023
Lab Technician
Federation University
03.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Federation University Australia
Bachelor of Biomedicine -
Latrobe University
VCE -
Lavalla Catholic College
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