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Danielle Hynes

Dingley,VIC

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with 26 years experience at Alfred Health, showcasing leadership by focusing on strong teamwork to delivery positive patient outcomes. A proven mentor; guiding graduate nurses and students towards nursing excellence. Demonstrating essential patient education to ensure a successful transition back into everyday life.

Skilled in patient centered care, collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality care that adapts with the needs of the patients.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Alfred Health Spinal and Amputee Rehab
01.2000 - Current
    • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
    • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
    • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
    • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
    • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
    • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
    • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
    • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
    • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
    • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
    • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
    • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

Registered Nurse

Alfred Health - Sub Acute Slow Stream Rehab/HOP
01.2007 - 01.2020

Associate Nurse Unit Manager

Alfred Health - Slow Stream Rehab/HOP
01.2003 - 01.2007

Registered Nurse

Alfred Health - Dementia Assessment
02.1999 - 01.2003

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Monash University
Frankston, VIC
01-1998

Skills

  • Nursing staff leadership Completion of Facilitating Clinical Development program: 2020 Preceptorship Programs
  • Precepting Graduate nurses in old and new model: Preceptorship/Coaching model Supervising nursing students -mentoring, education and assessment
  • Infection control Aseptic Technique assessor and auditor June 2022
  • Wound care Wound Lead Resource for AC3 2023
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • High level of autonomy SCAM accredited since June 2023
  • Staff coaching and mentoring

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Alfred Health - Sub Acute Slow Stream Rehab/HOP
01.2007 - 01.2020

Associate Nurse Unit Manager

Alfred Health - Slow Stream Rehab/HOP
01.2003 - 01.2007

Registered Nurse

Alfred Health Spinal and Amputee Rehab
01.2000 - Current

Registered Nurse

Alfred Health - Dementia Assessment
02.1999 - 01.2003

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Monash University
Danielle Hynes