Ciara McMahon
Southbank,VIC
Summary
Compassionate and competent Registered Staff Nurse with 2 years of clinical nursing experience in medical surgical. Ensuring high-quality patient care with focus on safety and using evidence-based practices to improve treatment outcomes. Skilled in quickly building connections with patients to build trust and rapport in stressful situations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Casual Bank Nurse
St. Vincents Hospital
Melbourne, Victoria
07.2023 - Current
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments, primarily working on the Neurosurgery ward of St. Vincent's Hospital.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with medical doctors orders.
- Performed physical assessments, such as, neurovascular, neurological and vital signs to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance where possible.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Registered Staff Nurse
Tallaght University Hospital,
Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland.
11.2021 - 11.2022
- 1 year experience in medical/surgical ward in Tallaght University Hospital with providing patient centered care, duties of a medical/ surgical staff nurse and caring for patients with dignity and respect.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
- Mentored intern nurses on practices and procedures to achieve patient outcome goals.
- Addressed rapid response and emergency situations in acute settings by alerting the ERT.
Intern Nurse
Tallaght University Hospital
Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland.
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Obtained vital signs and checked blood glucose levels of assigned patients.
- Reported any abnormalities to the nurse in charge.
- Protected patient wounds and infections by applying clean dressings, stockings and support bandages.
- Assisted patients with daily living tasks by helping with bathing, changing clothes and trips to restroom.
- Communicated and interacted with patients to determine need for assistance or emotional and physical support.
- Supervised by a preceptor when completing medication rounds and administering medication to patients.
Student Nurse
Tallaght University Hospital
Dublin , Co. Dublin, Ireland
09.2017 - 12.2020
- Operated under direction of registered nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in the nursing notes.
- Observed and communicated changes in patient's condition to registered nurse on duty.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Monitored patient status and reported update to senior medical staff.
Assistant
Ennistymon Community Hospital
Ennistymon, Co. Clare, Ireland.
01.2014 - 03.2014
- As part of my work experience during secondary school. I completed one day a week experience over three months in my local nursing home.
- Taking down patients' orders for breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Wheeling patients in wheelchairs to the dining room or to appointments throughout the day
- Looking after the patients by sitting down and talking to them and carrying out activities such as bingo in the Day Hospital
- Office work which included photocopying, stapling etc.
Education
B.Sc. - Cur
Trinity College
01.2021
Repeat Examination of the Leaving Certificate -
Yeats College
01.2017
Certificate of Higher Education Junior and Leaving Certificate -
Scoil Mhuire Secondary School
01.2016
Primary School -
Scoil Mhainchín Ennistymon
MhainchínMhuireScoilScoilEnnistymon, Co.Clare07.2010
Skills
- Excellent communication skills from speaking to customers and team members from previous work experiences and during placement in hospital with patients, their families, and fellow staff members
- Present caring, compassionate, and safe behaviour when helping patients and from work experiences to improve customer satisfaction
- Excellent organisation & time management skills gained throughout clinical placement and also from school and college
- Good knowledge of teamwork within the healthcare setting and ability to use initiative when working as a member of a team which have been developed through team sports and work experience
- Understanding of patient care and needs within the hospital setting which I would have learned from clinical placements
Accomplishments
- Nutrition (QQI LEVEL 5) | HL021 from LCFE (2021).
- MAPA (Management of Actual or Potential Aggression) course complete (2021).
- Bachelor of Science (General Nursing) from Trinity College Dublin (2021).
- Hand Hygiene and Infection Control certificates completed (2024).
- Full Garda Vetting (Ireland) (2023).
- Fit2work check (2024).
- Working with Children's Check (2023).
- CPR/First Aid certified (2023).
- CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (2023).
- SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol (RSA) 2023.
Affiliations
- Played basketball and football at club level and at secondary school level, interested in health, fitness and keeping active.
- Play the violin and piano grade 6.
- Took part and awarded a silver medal in Pope John Paul II Awards during secondary school which recognises young people’s commitments to faith and community (2014).
- Took part in raising money for the Homeless by taking part in The Worlds Big Sleepout and raised over 200 euro (2019).
- Currently taking part in Albert Park parkrun 5km every week to train for a half marathon.
Certification
Registration Board: The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Type of registration: Registered nurse (Division 1)
Registration number: NMW0002719392
Date of initial registration: 27/04/23
Registration Expiry: 31/05/24
Registration Board: Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
Type of Registration: Registered General Nurse
Registration Number/Pin: 160748
Date of Initial Registration: 06/10/2021
Registration Expiry: 31/12/2024
References
REFEREES on request.
Timeline
Casual Bank Nurse
St. Vincents Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Registered Staff Nurse
Tallaght University Hospital,
11.2021 - 11.2022
Intern Nurse
Tallaght University Hospital
01.2021 - 09.2021
Student Nurse
Tallaght University Hospital
09.2017 - 12.2020
Assistant
Ennistymon Community Hospital
01.2014 - 03.2014
B.Sc. - Cur
Trinity College
Repeat Examination of the Leaving Certificate -
Yeats College
Certificate of Higher Education Junior and Leaving Certificate -
Scoil Mhuire Secondary School
Primary School -
Scoil Mhainchín Ennistymon
Registration Board: The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Type of registration: Registered nurse (Division 1)
Registration number: NMW0002719392
Date of initial registration: 27/04/23
Registration Expiry: 31/05/24
Registration Board: Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
Type of Registration: Registered General Nurse
Registration Number/Pin: 160748
Date of Initial Registration: 06/10/2021
Registration Expiry: 31/12/2024
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