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Claire Parry

Cairns,Australia

Summary

Clinical nurse with expertise in patient assessment, treatment planning, and medication administration. Demonstrates effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Adaptable and reliable, consistently delivering high-quality care under pressure.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Nurse

Qld Health
Manunda, cairns, QLD
03.2026 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, and evaluate comprehensive patient care.
  • Conducted health assessments to identify patient needs effectively.
  • Provided direct patient care in diverse clinical settings.
  • Educated patients and families on health management strategies to enhance understanding and compliance.
  • Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
  • Reported changes in patient status promptly to supervisor or attending physician.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers.

Clinical Nurse Consultant

Qld Health
Manunda, cairns, QLD
10.2025 - 03.2026

Behavioral Emergency Response Team B.E.R.T

  • Delivered specialised care to patients with challenging behaviours, including aggression and severe agitation, in emergency department and wards.
  • Focusing on proactive compassionate intervention rather than security-driven restriction, aiming to support both patients and staff.
  • Partnered with carers to effectively manage patient behaviours in home and community settings.

Clinical Nurse/Team Leader

Qld Health
12.2024 - 10.2025

Led nursing team in patient care delivery

  • Oversaw nursing team to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
  • Providing guidance, support and mentorship to other nurses and healthcare staff.
  • Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical practices and patient care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and recovery strategies.
  • Performed physical assessments, provided wound care, and administered IV therapy.
  • Assisted in emergency procedures, ensuring patient safety and effective response.
  • Identifying and addressing any potential risks or safety concerns.
  • Ensuring staff adherence to policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Promoted positive, supportive work environment to enhance team morale and collaboration.
  • Acting as a liaison between the nursing team and other departments, such as physicians and administration.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced healthcare delivery standards.
  • Reported changes in patient status promptly to supervisor or attending physician.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Provided post-operative care and education to patients and families.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers.
  • Sub Acute Care Unit (SACU)
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers.

Clinical Nurse/Team Leader

Qld Health
07.2024 - 12.2024
  • Led team to deliver comprehensive patient care, ensuring adherence to best practices and improving patient outcomes.
  • D2 Flex Ward
  • Responded to patient emergencies with timely interventions, minimizing risks and enhancing patient safety.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
  • Improved team efficiency by mentoring new nurses, sharing expertise and fostering supportive work environment.
  • Educated patients on medication side effects and chronic conditions, empowering them to manage their health effectively.

Registered Nurse

Qld Health Hospital Nursing Support
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Working in all areas of the hospital (ED, ICU, CCU, Ortho, Surgical, Rehab, Stroke, Paeds, RRW, Oncology)
  • Delivered direct patient care across multiple hospital departments, ensuring comprehensive support tailored to individual needs.
  • Administered medications according to established guidelines, monitoring for side effects.
  • Coordinated care for patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, facilitating optimal recovery and rehabilitation.
  • Applied and maintained PICC line and VAC dressings for wound care
  • Insertion of male and female catheters
  • Performed venipuncture and cannulation for blood collection

Registered Nurse

HCA Agency and YNA Agency
02.2019 - 09.2023
  • Provide direct patient care to approximately 7 or more patients at any given time in a hospital setting
  • Monitored patients pre-surgery and post-surgery to ensure safety and recovery.
  • Charted actions taken while providing patient care and charted patient response.
  • Provided tube and peg feeds based on established medical protocols.
  • Administered Covid vaccinations to promote community health and safety.
  • Provided essential nursing services to support the health of aged care residents.
  • Delivered community nursing support to facilitate patient access to healthcare services.
  • Assisted in care delivery across multiple hospital wards focusing on diverse patient needs.

Immunisation Program Nurse

Medimobile and Bizhealth
06.2020 - 05.2023
  • Nurse Immuniser
  • Administered flu vaccinations to improve patient health and reduce illness prevalence.
  • Coordinated diary management to maximize patient appointment efficiency.
  • Ensured effective stock control to prevent shortages of essential supplies.
  • Cold chain management of vaccines
  • Operating software and reporting all vaccinations to AIR.
  • Annually
  • Educated patients and caregivers on care plans and medication side effects in clear, understandable terms.

Immunisation Program Nurse

Qld Health Covid Sector
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Administered Covid and flu vaccines to adults and children, ensuring adherence to safety protocols
  • Monitored patients for adverse reactions post-vaccination, facilitating timely intervention when necessary
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in straightforward terms, enhancing understanding and compliance

Registered Nurse

Omega Medical Centre and Cairns Skin Centre
05.2019 - 05.2022
  • Administered iron and Aclasta infusions, contributing to improved patient health and treatment compliance.
  • Medication administration and Wound management.
  • Coordination and undertaking patient health assessments.
  • Triaging patients for urgent appointments.
  • Inform patients about their medical conditions and planned treatment.
  • Coordinated patient follow-up on pathology results, ensuring timely communication and record accuracy.
  • Maintaining cold chain for vaccines and safe disposal of sharps.
  • Diagnostic services including ECGs, stress tests, urine drug screening, hearing tests and spirometry.
  • Assist Doctors in minor surgery.
  • Sterilising instruments, managing contaminated waste
  • Record stats and patient’s conditions in electronic files and update database.
  • Assisting with sclerotherapy procedures
  • Assisting with Laser procedures
  • Performing Infini (RFA) procedures
  • Performed employment medical assessments to ensure compliance with workplace health standards.
  • Provided Covid vaccinations and performed PCR and RAT tests to support public health initiatives.
  • Maintained and improved patient information systems, enhancing accuracy of patient register and recall processes.

Registered Nurse

McLeod Street Medical
11.2018 - 03.2019
  • Maintained and improved patient information systems, enhancing accuracy of patient registers and recall processes.
  • Conducted patient health assessments.
  • Triaging patients for urgent appointments.
  • Medication administration and Wound management.
  • Perform blood draws to assist in diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Assist Doctors in minor surgery.
  • Diagnostic services including ECGs, stress tests, urine drug screening, hearing tests and spirometry.
  • Coordinated patient follow-up for pathology results, ensuring clear audit trails for tracking.
  • Inform patients about their medical conditions and planned treatment.
  • Record stats and patients' conditions in electronic files and update database.
  • Managed high patient demand during busy days, optimizing workflow and patient care.
  • Sterilising instruments, managing contaminated waste
  • Maintaining cold chain for vaccines and safe disposal of sharps.
  • Employment Medicals, Dive Medicals and Provocation tests

Enrolled Nurse

McLeod Street Medical
07.2015 - 11.2018
  • Assisted Registered Nurse in delivering comprehensive patient care.
  • Administered medications and treatments following established protocols and standards.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and self-care techniques.

Medical Receptionist

Woree Family Medical Centre
06.2010 - 08.2014
  • Managed high call volumes, ensuring efficient routing of calls to departments while maintaining a polite and professional demeanour.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by answering inquiries with empathy and professionalism.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering loyalty and trust in the practice's services.
  • Maintained a neat and organized waiting room to enhance patient experience and comfort.
  • Coordinated patient appointments to optimize scheduling, reducing overall wait times for patients.
  • Streamlined appointment scheduling for improved patient flow and reduced wait times.
  • Organized essential medical documents, streamlining access to vital information for healthcare providers during appointments.
  • Managed office logistics by scheduling appointments, maintaining files and collecting payments.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

CQ University
Cairns, Qld
01-2018

Diploma of Enrolled Nursing -

TNQ TAFE
Cairns, Qld
01-2014

Certificate II in Nail Technology -

Cairns Beauty Academy
Cairns, Qld
01-2008

Certificate III in Fitness -

TNQ TAFE
Cairns, Qld
01-2005

Legal Executive -

Matthew Boulton College
Birmingham, UK
01-2001

Awarded Year 12 Certificate -

Smithfield High School
Cairns, Qld
01-1993

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Vital signs tracking
  • Medication management
  • Decision-making
  • Wound management
  • Discharge coordination
  • Patient triage
  • Care coordination
  • Care planning
  • Health promotion
  • Patient education
  • Patient testing
  • Infection control
  • Electronic health records
  • Recordkeeping expertise
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Clinical judgment
  • Decision-making
  • Task prioritization
  • Resource utilization
  • Attention to detail
  • Ethical practice
  • Staff supervision
  • End-of-life care
  • Communication skills
  • Intake and discharge
  • Clinical judgment
  • Intake and discharge

Certification

• ALS/BLS Certificate Cairns, Qld Immediate Life Support Course (exp 2027)
• Triage Certificate Cairns, Qld Cunningham (2023)
• AHPRA Registered Cairns, Qld (exp May 2027)
• Current CPR Cairns, Qld (exp Oct 2025)
• Advanced First Aid Cairns Qld (exp Oct 2028)
• Immunisation Program – Registered Nurse Health (Drugs and Poisons) Regulation 1996 Course-Cunningham Cairns, Qld Immunisation Certificate (2020)
• Course in Workplace Drug Testing Cairns, Qld Statement of Attainment (2019)

References

  • Elisabeth Parry, Position – ANUM SACU Cairns Hospital, Elisabeth.parry@health.qld.gov.au
  • Kirsten, Davis, Position: Gen Med CNC, Cairns Hospital, Kirsten.davis@health.qld.gov.au
  • Marianne, Hanson, Position – Practice Manager, Omega Health Medical, Marianne.hanson@ipn.com.au

Timeline

Clinical Nurse

Qld Health
03.2026 - Current

Clinical Nurse Consultant

Qld Health
10.2025 - 03.2026

Clinical Nurse/Team Leader

Qld Health
12.2024 - 10.2025

Clinical Nurse/Team Leader

Qld Health
07.2024 - 12.2024

Registered Nurse

Qld Health Hospital Nursing Support
09.2023 - 06.2024

Immunisation Program Nurse

Qld Health Covid Sector
01.2022 - 09.2022

Immunisation Program Nurse

Medimobile and Bizhealth
06.2020 - 05.2023

Registered Nurse

Omega Medical Centre and Cairns Skin Centre
05.2019 - 05.2022

Registered Nurse

HCA Agency and YNA Agency
02.2019 - 09.2023

Registered Nurse

McLeod Street Medical
11.2018 - 03.2019

Enrolled Nurse

McLeod Street Medical
07.2015 - 11.2018

Medical Receptionist

Woree Family Medical Centre
06.2010 - 08.2014

Bachelor of Nursing -

CQ University

Diploma of Enrolled Nursing -

TNQ TAFE

Certificate II in Nail Technology -

Cairns Beauty Academy

Certificate III in Fitness -

TNQ TAFE

Legal Executive -

Matthew Boulton College

Awarded Year 12 Certificate -

Smithfield High School
Claire Parry