Colleen McGoldrick
Bundaberg,QLD
Summary
I am a committed Lecturer with 10 years in mentoring and educating undergraduate nursing students and professional colleagues. I work with full-time to prepare students for success in a nursing career. Creating fascinating lectures and activities to explain and demonstrate difficult concepts. I am goal-oriented offering outstanding communication, organisational and multitasking abilities. As a highly-motivated employee I have the desire to take on new challenges. With a strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills I am adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Academic
Central Queensland University
Bundaberg, QLD
11.2014 - Current
- Developed syllabi, lesson plans and lecture materials for courses taught.
- Provided guidance to students on course selection, career planning, and other educational matters.
- Delivered lectures to undergraduate and graduate classes of varying sizes.
- Assigned grades based upon student performance in class assignments and exams.
- Evaluated student performance through tests, quizzes, presentations, projects, or other assessments.
- Involved in departmental activities such as curriculum development, faculty meetings, advising sessions.
- Participated in faculty committees related to department initiatives and college-wide policies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative teaching methods to engage students.
- Created a positive learning environment by actively engaging with all students during class time.
- Attended conferences and workshops to stay up-to-date on best practices in higher education.
- Reviewed textbooks for content accuracy before recommending them for adoption.
- Integrated technology into the classroom experience where appropriate.
- Researched current trends in the field of study and incorporated new information into lectures.
- Facilitated discussion forums among students on topics related to course material.
- Compiled feedback from students regarding course evaluations and implemented changes accordingly.
- Created instructional and lecture plans for classes in compliance with course objectives.
- Utilized diverse teaching methods, lectures, presentations and class activities to deliver curriculum.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Participated in continuing development and training to bolster professional teaching skills.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
- Provided letters of recommendation and other referrals to students pursuing further education programs or postgraduate employment.
Nurse Practitioner Chronic Disease Management
Queensland Health
Bundaberg, QLD
10.2010 - 10.2014
- Assessed patient health conditions and developed individualized care plans.
- Provided comprehensive physical examinations, including ordering appropriate diagnostic tests.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to improve their overall health.
- Initiated referrals to other healthcare specialists as necessary.
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate optimal patient care outcomes.
- Developed strategies for disease prevention and health promotion in the community setting.
- Educated patients and families about medical treatments and self-care management techniques.
- Conducted follow-up visits to monitor treatment progress and ensure effectiveness of interventions.
- Maintained detailed records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, and test results in electronic health record systems.
- Evaluated research data related to new developments in healthcare delivery models.
- Managed acute illnesses such as infections, respiratory disorders, or chronic diseases like diabetes or hypertension.
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
- Coordinated with members of multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated services for complex cases.
- Participated in hospital committees focused on quality improvement initiatives or policy development.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Supervised registered nurses and other healthcare personnel in delivering quality patient care services.
- Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Practice Nurse/Nurse Practioner
Alexandra Park Medical Centre
Bundaberg, QLD
06.2004 - 10.2010
- Performed health assessments and screenings, such as blood pressure checks, cholesterol tests, pap smears, and diabetes screening.
- Conducted patient education sessions to inform patients about preventive care and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Provided advice on diet and exercise plans in accordance with medical guidelines.
- Assisted physicians during patient examinations by taking vital signs, performing EKGs, and preparing specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Administered immunizations according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits, treatments provided, medications prescribed, and other relevant data.
- Ordered diagnostic tests when necessary and monitored results for abnormal conditions.
- Documented patient histories accurately using electronic health records systems.
- Managed medication refills by verifying prescriptions from physicians or pharmacies.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding their health concerns or treatment plans.
- Monitored chronic illnesses such as asthma or diabetes through regular follow-up visits and lab work analysis.
- Provided wound care management including dressing changes and suture removal.
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies such as smoking cessation programs.
- Responded promptly to patient phone inquiries related to healthcare issues.
- Instructed patients on proper use of medical equipment such as inhalers or insulin pumps.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care plans for each patient.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Education
Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Education - Education
Central Queensland University
Bundaberg, QLD01-2016
Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies - Health
University of Queensland
Bundaberg, QLD06-2008
Ph.D. - Nursing
Central Queensland University
Bundaberg, QLDSkills
- Discussion Facilitation
- Learning Management Interfaces
- Online Class Discussion
- Public Speaking
- Research and Analysis
- Student Performance Evaluation
- In-Class Lectures
- Presentations
- Lesson Planning
- Class Management
- Collaboration
- Audience Engagement
- Curriculum Creation
- Student Engagement
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Research and Writing
- Academic Writing
Affiliations
- Attend gym and walking
- Socialising
- Reading
- Holidays and relaxing
Certification
Registered Nurse
Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) Issued May 2023 · Expires May 2024
Endorsed Nurse Practitioner
Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) Issued May 2023 · Expires May 2024
Accomplishments
- Australian Practice Nurse Association (APNA) 2009 Best Practice Nurse Award for Chronic Disease Management
- First Nurse Practitioner in Chronic Disease Management in General Practice in Queensland 2008
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nursing Academic
Central Queensland University
11.2014 - Current
Nurse Practitioner Chronic Disease Management
Queensland Health
10.2010 - 10.2014
Practice Nurse/Nurse Practioner
Alexandra Park Medical Centre
06.2004 - 10.2010
Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Education - Education
Central Queensland University
Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies - Health
University of Queensland
Ph.D. - Nursing
Central Queensland University
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