Christopher Mark Langridge
Bucasia,QLD
Summary
Diligent Clinical Nurse with demonstrated success in emergency care. Responsive and agile to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse
Mackay Base Hospital
2022.07 - Current
- Company Overview: Geriatric Emergency Department Intervention (GEDI)
- The experience I have gained in this relatively short period of time has inspired me to take a different approach to my nursing career
- It has been a pleasure to look after patients from a more holistic level and having the ability to communicate with family members, and to work alongside other allied health professionals is very rewarding.
- Additional experience as a Clinical Nurse with Hospital in the home HiTH from November 2022 to current date.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult medical situations.
- Identified clinical risks and took appropriate preventative actions.
Clinical Nurse Consultant (acting)
Mackay Base Hospital
2023.10 - 2024.01
- Company Overview: Residential aged care support service (RaSS) NG 7
- This relieving position in RaSS has provided me with an introduction as a grade 7 nurse
- In addition, this role has provided me with knowledge and experience in managing and supporting aged care residents with complex needs
- Not only conducting patient assessments, but also liaising with family, RACF staff members, treating GP’s and other members from the multi-disciplinary team
- Served as a liaison between nursing administration and clinical staff, promoting open communication channels for addressing concerns or issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualised care plans that addressed the unique needs of each patient.
Clinical Nurse
Mackay Base Hospital
2006.01 - 2022.07
- Company Overview: Emergency Department
- Completed my twelve month post graduate program in theatre as an RN in 2005. Commenced in ED 2006
- Commenced an Acting CN position in March 2017 and gained a permanent CN position late 2017
- Established effective communication channels between nurses, doctors, and other team members, promoting seamless coordination of patient care.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that led to measurable enhancements in patient safety and satisfaction levels.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to ensure accurate diagnoses, appropriate interventions, and optimal outcomes in patient care.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Monitored clinical staff performance and provided feedback.
Advanced Care Paramedic
Queensland Ambulance Service
2000.07 - 2013.08
- Company Overview: QAS South Mackay station
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
- Dealt with medical and emotional needs of any patient of acute illness or injury with the goal of reducing mortality
- Managing and directing first responders at the scene of an emergency including the police, Queensland Fire and Rescue
- Mentored new paramedics throughout their training process, sharing valuable knowledge and experiences from years in the field.
- Utilised evidence-based practices in administering medications, performing procedures and interpreting diagnostic tests for better clinical decisions.
Education
Advanced Diploma (Paramedicine)
Queensland Ambulance Service School of Education
01.2010
Bachelor of Health Nursing - Nursing
Central Queensland University
01.2004
Certificate three in Health Science - emergency care and transport
Queensland Ambulance Service (Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE)
01.2003
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient care delivery
- Relationship Development
- Geriatric Care
- Family Education
- Clinical judgment
- Critical Thinking
Personal Information
- Citizenship: Australian Citizen
- Number of Children: 3
- Date of Birth: 15 March 1976
- Marital Status: Married
Additionalinformation - Professionalassociationlicenses
- Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, 1461876
- Queensland Nurses Union Member
- Open class motor vehicle license
- Unrestricted motorcycle license
- HR rigid truck license
References
- Julie Phillipson, Nurse Unit Manager, Care in the right setting, Mackay Base Hospital, 0402 101 326, 4885 6637, julie.phillipson@health.qld.gov.au
- Louise McGrath, Former NUM & Clinical Nurse Consultant, Emergency Department Mackay Base Hospital, 0411 059 681, louise.mcgrath@health.qld.gov.au
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Consultant (acting)
Mackay Base Hospital
2023.10 - 2024.01
Clinical Nurse
Mackay Base Hospital
2022.07 - Current
Clinical Nurse
Mackay Base Hospital
2006.01 - 2022.07
Advanced Care Paramedic
Queensland Ambulance Service
2000.07 - 2013.08
Advanced Diploma (Paramedicine)
Queensland Ambulance Service School of Education
Bachelor of Health Nursing - Nursing
Central Queensland University
Certificate three in Health Science - emergency care and transport
Queensland Ambulance Service (Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE)
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