Cheryl Gordon
Rockhampton,QLD
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Bethany Mercy Aged Care, demonstrating exceptional patient assessments and medication administration. Skilled in leading nursing staff and enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions. Excels in crisis management and delivering compassionate care, showcasing a blend of technical proficiency and empathetic patient engagement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bethany Mercy Aged Care
2001.07 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Experienced with Medisphere/ I-Case/ E-Case Metrics
- Continued and up to date with all in-service learning.
Registered Nurse
QLD Health Eventide
2002.11 - 2017.07
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Worked as night shift RN between multiple sites, with Residence in excess 130.
Education
Batchelor - Nursing
Central Queensland University
Rockhampton, QLD11.2000
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Wound Care
- IV setup
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Intravenous therapy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
QLD Health Eventide
2002.11 - 2017.07
Registered Nurse
Bethany Mercy Aged Care
2001.07 - Current
Batchelor - Nursing
Central Queensland University
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