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Cherie Suter

Fisherman Bay,SA

Summary

Dynamic Enrolled Nurse with extensive experience at SA Health, excelling in patient assessment and emergency response. Proven ability to advocate for patients while ensuring accurate documentation and care planning. Committed to delivering compassionate care and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Enrolled Nurse

SA Health
Port Broughton, SA
05.2022 - Current
  • Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to changes in condition or response to treatment.
  • Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
  • Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
  • Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
  • Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
  • Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
  • Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
  • Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
  • Facilitated communication between members of the healthcare team by attending interdisciplinary meetings.
  • Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Just Better Care
Rosedale, VIC
02.2021 - 06.2025
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on best practices in community nursing care.
  • Implemented strategies for improving access to primary care services in underserved communities.
  • Provided emergency response services when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient information including diagnosis, treatments, medications and progress notes.
  • Developed relationships with local organizations that can provide additional resources for clients in need.
  • Collaborated with members of the healthcare team to provide quality care for all patients in accordance with established protocols and standards of practice.
  • Served as an advocate for vulnerable populations by promoting their rights and ensuring their safety.
  • Assessed and evaluated the health needs of patients in a variety of settings.

Enrolled Nurse

SA Health
Snowtown, SA
12.2021 - 05.2022
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
  • Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
  • Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
  • Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.

Enrolled Nurse

Yallambee Aged Care
Traralgon, VIC
03.2018 - 08.2020
  • Helped patients achieve higher standards of living through effective ADL coaching and assistance.
  • Recognised and understood specific stages of the dying process, providing comfort care during a vulnerable time
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimise performance and safety.
  • Knowledge of complex care needs, IDC, SPC catheter and nasogastric assessments.
  • Dementia specific knowledge
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plans.

Education

Certificate 3 in Pathology Collection - Phlebotomy

Labtech Training
Fitzroy, VIC
02-2021

Diploma of Nursing - Diploma of Nursing (Division 2)

Partners in Training
Sale, VIC
10-2017

Bachelor of Nursing - Bachelor of Nursing

Central Queensland University
QLD

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Care planning
  • Emergency response
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Advocacy for patients
  • Compassionate care
  • Effective communication
  • Clinical risk assessment
  • Diabetes management
  • Policy and procedure compliance
  • Wound management
  • Emergency care

Affiliations

  • Gold prospecting
  • Opal hunting

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Enrolled Nurse

SA Health
05.2022 - Current

Enrolled Nurse

SA Health
12.2021 - 05.2022

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Just Better Care
02.2021 - 06.2025

Enrolled Nurse

Yallambee Aged Care
03.2018 - 08.2020

Certificate 3 in Pathology Collection - Phlebotomy

Labtech Training

Diploma of Nursing - Diploma of Nursing (Division 2)

Partners in Training

Bachelor of Nursing - Bachelor of Nursing

Central Queensland University
Cherie Suter