Charlene dennison
Chelsea,VIC
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Endorsed Enrolled Nurse . I am eager to contribute to a teams success and further professional development. Proven ability to enhance care quality through effective team coordination and ongoing professional development. Committed to delivering personalized care and fostering trust with patients and families, ensuring optimal health outcomes in high-pressure environments. I always commit myself to bringing a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Calvary Aged Care
01.2022 - Current
- Perform accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medication and monitored patients
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Improved ongoing compassionate and personalized care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient outcomes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities
- Communicated effectively between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Lead teams of careers to provide quality care
Personal Care Assistant
Calvary Aged Care
08.2006 - 01.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
- Maintained current knowledge of best practices
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients according to care plans.
- maintained detailed documentation
Retail Manager
Rugs Galore
01.2006 - 08.2018
- Oversaw store operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash management, and safety compliance.
- Enhanced store appearance by maintaining cleanliness and store standards
- Improved customer satisfaction through proactive engagement, attentive service, and efficient problem resolution.
- Exhibited excellent people skills during interaction with employees and customers.
- Managed inventory control
- Trained and developed new employees for ease of transition into team.
- Fostered a supportive work environment through coaching sessions, team-building activities, and open communication channels for staff feedback.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC01-2022
Associate's Degree - Criminal Justice
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Glen Waverley, VIC09-2010
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment and direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Infection control
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Wound management
- Care plan implementation
- Patient care and education
- End-of-life care
- Team coordination
Timeline
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Calvary Aged Care
01.2022 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Calvary Aged Care
08.2006 - 01.2022
Retail Manager
Rugs Galore
01.2006 - 08.2018
Diploma - Nursing
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Associate's Degree - Criminal Justice
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
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