Claire Wilson
Clarence ,NSW
Summary
Working within NSW health for the previous eight years I have been exposed to many areas of nursing and midwifery from antenatal, intrapartum, postnatal, emergency, medical / surgical and operating theatres. I have gained extensive skills and experience in medical nursing working as Nurse in charge to help assists and support fellow nurses and students and work with nursing management on patients conditions, admissions and patient flow. With four years experience in Midwifery I am continuing to develop skills in all areas in maternal health, delivery care and neonatal assessment and resuscitation. Working closely with the medical teams involved providing safe and nurturing delivery of care. Experience in high-risk pregnancy and skilled in comprehensive patient care and cultural competency, with a commitment to continuing education and mentoring student midwives and fellow nursing staff. Experience in transferring unstable / critical antenatal women to tertiary hospitals for urgent assessment and specialised care with also helping manage unstable neonates and assisting with NETS to stabilise and provide ongoing care to newborns with deteriorating health conditions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Midwife
NSW Health Service Lithgow District Hospital
05.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for high-risk pregnancies.
- Provided emotional support to families coping with miscarriages or other pregnancy-related issues, fostering resilience during challenging times.
- Assisted physicians with cesarean deliveries, contributing to safe outcomes for mother and baby.
- Reduced maternal and infant complications by providing appropriate prenatal care and education on healthy pregnancy practices.
- Maintained detailed medical records for accurate documentation of patient care and progress throughout the perinatal period.
- Provided comprehensive breastfeeding education for new mothers, encouraging successful nursing relationships.
- Conducted newborn assessments, identifying potential health concerns and initiating early interventions if necessary.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively managing and monitoring labor, delivery, and postpartum processes.
- Followed professional standards and guidelines by adhering to ethical and legal guidelines and maintaining continued education certifications.
- Performed neonatal assessments by checking baby's vital signs and performing physical exams to determine overall health at birth.
- Provided prenatal care by monitoring mother and baby health, identifying potential health concerns and providing advice to support mothers.
- Advocated for mothers' rights and choices to make informed decisions about care by respecting human autonomy.
- Managed fetal distress and delivery complications calmly to provide safety to mothers and babies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Opal Aged Care
05.2013 - 04.2016
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Education
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSWGraduate Diploma Of Midwifery - Midwifery
Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSW06.2020
Higher School Certificate
St Columba’s High School
Springwood 2012
Skills
- Intrapartum Care
- Advanced neonatal resuscitation- completed 2022
- Provide assistance in all MET calls , code blues and staff assists within the hospital
- Able to deliver detailed ISBAR to communicate with a wide range of medical professionals
- Maternal Health Assessment
- Prenatal education
- Compassionate communication
- Obstetric Emergencies
- Continuing education
- Cultural Competency
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- High-risk pregnancy identification
- Comprehensive patient care
- Paediatric advanced life support
- Preceptor for staff and students
Certification
Adult cannulation and Venepuncture
Advanced neonatal resuscitation
Paediatric advanced life support
Blood safe components ; PPH , obstetric emergencies
Feral safety education
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Preceptor
Additional Information
Referees :
Ann Dudley - After hours Nurse Unit Manager Lithgow Hospital
Mobile: 0411607216
Carol Woodrow - Acting Nurse Unit Manager - Inpatient Unit Lithgow Hospital
Mobile : 0417470855
Timeline
Registered Nurse Midwife
NSW Health Service Lithgow District Hospital
05.2016 - Current
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Opal Aged Care
05.2013 - 04.2016
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
Charles Sturt University
Graduate Diploma Of Midwifery - Midwifery
Charles Sturt University
Higher School Certificate
St Columba’s High School
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