Chrisina Power
Mercy Heath
Sandringham,VIC
21
years of professional experience
Dedicated Enrolled Nurse with expertise in medication administration, direct patient care, and wound care. Committed to delivering compassionate care while effectively collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Work History
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
10 Years 11 Months- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Worked with GPs and other health professions to create and implement tailored care strategies for residents
- Completed Assessments and Care Plan accurately in Electronic records. Evaluated Care plans on a regular basis. Adjusted Assessments and care plans as required
- Evaluated residents' conditions regularly, adjusting care strategies based on clinical observations.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in resident care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
Personal Care Assistant
10 Years- Provided compassionate personal care and assistance to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including grooming, bathing, and meal preparation, promoting independence.
- Monitored resident health and well-being, reporting changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Developed strong relationships with residents and families, enhancing communication and trust in care services.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, sharing updates with family members and healthcare providers as necessary.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Certificate IV in TAE - Teaching/mentoring
Skills
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Wound care
Palliative care
Diabetes management
Infection control
Physical assessment
Care planning
Clinical documentation
Documentation accuracy
Staff supervision
Affiliations
registered with AHPRA
Member of the ANMF Vic Branck
Interests
Photography: I have a passion for photography.
Live theatre
Crafting - particularly knitting
Following the AFL
Timeline
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Mercy Heath
09.2015 - 08.2026Read More
Personal Care Assistant
Fairway Aged Care
09.2005 - 09.2015Read More
ANMF Vic Branch
Certificate IV in TAE from Teaching/mentoring
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Mayfield Education
Diploma from Nursing
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REFERENCES
Navdeep Kaur RN
Clinical Care Manager
Mercy Place Fernhill
PH: 03 9291 8000
Email: Navdeep.Kaur1@mercy.com.auygn
Roxanne Cadiente RN
Precinct Manager
Mercy Place Fernhill
PH 03 9291 8000
Email: RCadiente @mercy.com.au