Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Qualifications
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Christina Craig

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

  • Compassionate, dedicated Registered Nurse with over 25 years of experience delivering high-quality patient care in diverse healthcare settings.
  • Current AHPRA registration.
  • Experienced healthcare professional with expertise in patient care, medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
  • Skilled in effective verbal and written communication
  • Dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care with a patient-centered approach.
  • Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to implement treatment plans, improve patient outcomes, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Hardworking and passionate nursing professional with strong organisational skills.
  • Committed to patient advocacy, safety, and evidence-based practice to deliver exceptional care in a fast-paced medical setting.
  • Experienced Team Leader development staff supervision band mentorship.
  • Skilled team leader with expertise in staff development, supervision, and mentorship, focused on enhancing team performance and achieving organisational goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse-Cosmetic Injectables

Vivify Beauty (Salon)
01.2020 - Current
  • Foundation neurotoxin and dermal filler treatments.
  • The identification of suitable treatments for clients seeking facial aesthetic injectable treatments..
  • Facial anatomy, physiology and the aging process.
  • Assessments- a person's suitability for treatment covering both physical and mental aspects.
  • Treatments and scope of practice.
  • Communication, Assessment and Consultation Skills.
  • Injection, Treatments and Dosages, including management of adverse events.
  • Performed Consultations & facial assessments
  • Created treatment plan recommendations tailored to individual needs
  • Delivered Anti Wrinkle Injections
  • Trained in dermal fillers
  • Conducting thorough consultations to understand patient aesthetic goals, medical history and suitability for treatments.
  • Bookings, Follow-up appointments
  • Post-treatment care and education
  • Passionate about learning and developing skills
  • Explained course of care to patients in easy-to-understand terms to ensure client comfort
  • Customer service focused

Victorian Sales Manager

Silver Cross (Premium Brands)
10.2019 - 02.2024

Retail manager duties

  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, and branding to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning..
  • Closed lucrative sales deals using strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
  • Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures, and sales strategies.
  • Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent follow-ups.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Initiate and follow up on sales leads
  • Dedication to customer service
  • Communicate regular sales updates to management including GM & and Owners
  • Maintain sales databases and systems
  • Strong ability to multi-task, attention to detail, and work under pressure

Registered Nurse- Behaviour Therapist

Moi Clinic
03.2021 - 05.2022
  • Assessment and implementation of treatment plans for infants, children, and their families.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information, and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • NDIS planning, goals & outcomes
  • Delivered daily/weekly therapy sessions.
  • Referrals and recommendations.
  • Play therapy with children/Adolescents

0-18yrs

  • Promotion of services
  • Report writing

Registered Nurse/Team Leader- Mother Baby/parenting

O'Connell Centre, QEC, Monash Medical Centre
09.2013 - 03.2020
  • Responsible for the development and coordination of assessment and treatment for infants, children, and their families.
  • Support time management of staff.
  • Capable of managing staff and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment
  • Provide Health assessments/Counselling and support as required for clients.
  • Administration of medication.
  • Coordination of residential program.
  • Facilitation of group education and family programs.
  • Encourage and improve the mental and social well-being of families.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, supporting them through challenging medical situations.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to improved standards of care across the facility.
  • Mentored new nurses, providing guidance on clinical skills and professional development.
  • Coordinated efficient patient discharge planning, resulting in reduced hospital readmissions.
  • Improved communication among team members through regular meetings and collaborative problem solving.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' conditions upon admission, establishing appropriate priorities for treatment.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all clinical activities according to regulatory requirements.
  • Reduced medication errors by implementing a double-check system for medication administration.
  • Delegated tasks effectively based on team member strengths, maximizing efficiency within the unit.
  • Promoted a culture of safety by consistently adhering to infection control guidelines and advocating for proper equipment use.
  • Managed a team of nurses and nursing activities in 10 bed residential unit, providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
  • Partnership/Linking with external agencies and referrals to Health Care Professionals as needed.
  • Attend regular Professional Development Training.
  • Trained employees on services, care, and assigned duties.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Registered Nurse, SCN, Medical-Surgical Unit

Monash Medical Centre, Epworth, Mitcham
01.2004 - 03.2013
  • General nursing duties
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Korowa Anglican Girls School
Melbourne, VIC

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Monash University
Melbourne, VIC

Associate of Science - Facial Anatomy & Physiology

Cosmetic Professional Development Institute Of Aus
Melbourne, VIC
01.2020

AHPRA
Melbourne, VIC
2024

O'Connell Family Centre

Monash Medical Centre
Melbourne, VIC

Perinatal

Mitcham Private Hospital
Melbourne, VIC

Nursing-Newborn Services

Monash Medical Centre
Melbourne, VIC

Perinatal Nursing

ANUM/Team Leader/Clinical Nurse Manager At MBU Sth
Melbourne, VIC

CPD (Continual Professional Development)

Skills

  • Highly motivated and hardworking
  • Good communicator with excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Positive 'can do' attitude and resilience
  • Expertise in administering medication, patient monitoring, care plan development, physical assessment, documentation, charting, patient counselling and patient education
  • Expertise in Mental health Nursing (perinatal)
  • Certified in cosmetic injectables
  • Skilled in patient management and evaluation
  • Patient management
  • Innovative, passionate and caring
  • Resourceful problem solver
  • Keen sense of thoroughness and accuracy with strong assessment and consultation skills
  • High work ethic with a professional approach to obligations with a proactive attitude
  • Committed to ongoing professional development- passionate about learning and developing skills
  • Client Focused Outstanding record of providing quality nursing care with empathy
  • Highly developed organisational skills
  • Able to work as an effective team member with minimum direction
  • Interacts confidently and respectfully with all levels of employees
  • Experienced Team Leader supporting staff development, staff supervision and mentorship
  • Ability to minimise the risk of transmission of infection through Infection control
  • Experience with various medical programs ie cliniko

Personal Qualifications


Inclusive and dynamic leadership style based upon collaboration, facilitation and consultation • Tenacious with analytical mindset, reliable judgment and keen attention to detail • Capacity to problem solve and make logical, well-balanced and reasoned decisions • Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team or independently with minimal supervision • Proactive, shows initiative and champions the need for innovation and continuous improvement.

  • 5 years experience in sales as a Victorian Sales manager for Silver Cross Flagship Store
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability from 5k-25k in 8 weeks, Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Consistently hit targets weekly- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Achieved state expo targets and closed lucrative sales deals using strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
  • Mentored trainees in sales best practices and guidelines.
  • Effectively conveying information to patients and healthcare teams, and actively listening to understand their needs and concerns.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent follow-ups.





References

Sharyn Thompson- Owner  of Vivify Beauty Salon

(m)0404 725 117


Heather Chamoun- Previous Practice manager Moi Clinic, NDIS

(m) 0432 447 595

Timeline

Registered Nurse- Behaviour Therapist

Moi Clinic
03.2021 - 05.2022

Registered Nurse-Cosmetic Injectables

Vivify Beauty (Salon)
01.2020 - Current

Victorian Sales Manager

Silver Cross (Premium Brands)
10.2019 - 02.2024

Registered Nurse/Team Leader- Mother Baby/parenting

O'Connell Centre, QEC, Monash Medical Centre
09.2013 - 03.2020

Registered Nurse, SCN, Medical-Surgical Unit

Monash Medical Centre, Epworth, Mitcham
01.2004 - 03.2013

High School Diploma -

Korowa Anglican Girls School

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Monash University

Associate of Science - Facial Anatomy & Physiology

Cosmetic Professional Development Institute Of Aus

AHPRA

O'Connell Family Centre

Monash Medical Centre

Perinatal

Mitcham Private Hospital

Nursing-Newborn Services

Monash Medical Centre

Perinatal Nursing

ANUM/Team Leader/Clinical Nurse Manager At MBU Sth

CPD (Continual Professional Development)
Christina Craig