Daniel Matthews

I'm a team player dedicated to delivering high quality patient-centered care. Through clinical placements, I have developed multitasking skills, time management and the ability to build great rapport with my patients. I am very eager to contribute to nursing and to further develop my skills and abilities.

Royal Adelaide Hospital  27/01/2025 - 2/03/2025

Level 9EF - Wing 1 General Medicine/Geriatrics: 

• Was able to develop multitasking and time management skills by taking on a progressive patient load throughout the placement.
• Developed a deeper understanding on how to manage patient's with severe dementia, including the importance of clear communication and patience.

Level 8F - Wing 2 General Medicine 

• Developed medication preparation and administration technique whilst maintaining aseptic technique and adhering to proper Identity checking.
• Developed wound care skills including identifying the correct tools and equipment required, along with documentation skills.

Women's and Children's hospital 22/04/2024 - 19/05/2024

Rogerson Operating Theatre/Recovery:

• Gained experience and an understanding of airway management and the perioperative care whilst working in the Anesthetic Nurse role and Recovery unit.
• Developed a stronger confidence in anesthetic induction through participation and progressing through to assisting the anesthetist with intubating a patient.

Lyell Mcewin Hopsital 18/11/2024 - 8/12/2024

Ward 2A medical 24/7:

• Through this placement I was able to perform and develop my ECG skills, Insulin Administration and documentation skills on sunrise.
• Developed a stronger understanding on ISBAR handover and collaborative team work with the nursing staff whilst managing a patient load.