David Adair
SEVEN HILLS,NSW
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with over 15 years of diverse experience in direct patient centred care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking, community engagement, Identifying the holistic needs of people effected to apply strategies and accelerate the recovery of those effected clients. Offering expertise with, communication, counselling and conflict resolution skills.
Rural and knowledgeable farming background that will assist in building rapport and establishing trust with clients and key stakeholders.
Practices sustainable and humane farm resource management.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Registered Nurse
NSW Health Service
02.2009 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans focused on mental health needs.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and initiating interventions as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with mental health disorders.
- Promoted recovery and wellness by providing psychoeducation to patients and their families on coping strategies and available resources.
- Established rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through empathic listening and culturally sensitive communication practices.
- Provided crisis intervention services during psychiatric emergencies, ensuring patient safety through effective de-escalation techniques.
- Participated in case conferences to discuss complex cases collaboratively with colleagues from various disciplines for better decision-making processes.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Pig Farmer
Self Employed
09.2002 - Current
- Enhanced pig health by implementing proper vaccination schedules and maintaining clean living environments.
- Optimized feed efficiency with regular monitoring of pig nutrition and adjusting diets accordingly.
- Increased overall farm productivity by adopting modern farming practices and utilizing advanced equipment.
- Improved animal welfare, ensuring compliance with industry standards through regular inspections and staff training.
- Promoted biosecurity measures, minimizing the risk of disease transmission among pigs on the farm.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on farm equipment to ensure optimal functionality and minimize downtime due to malfunctions.
- Current rural land owner Narrabri shire NSW
Nursing Unit Manager
NSW Health
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed daily nursing unit operations, maintaining high standards of patient safety and quality of care.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary rounds to promote cohesive decision-making regarding individualized patient needs.
- Successfully managed challenging situations involving patients or families by employing effective conflict resolution techniques.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Clinical Nurse Educator
WSAHS
03.2014 - 03.2015
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing and implementing evidence-based educational programs for clinical staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure consistent patient care and education across various departments.
- Served as a mentor for junior nursing staff, fostering a positive learning environment and promoting professional growth.
- Contributed to hospital accreditation efforts by ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices in nursing education.
- Created and executed in-service's and HETI training programs for staff to achieve clinical educational goals.
Enrolled Nurse
FACS
03.1998 - 01.2009
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Direct patient care
General Farm Hand
Chris Elder, Bill Murray
04.1996 - 02.1998
- Maintained animal welfare through proper feeding, sheltering, and medical care for livestock on the farm.
- Enhanced overall farm efficiency with regular maintenance and repair of farming Machinery
- Completed essential daily tasks such as feeding animals, cleaning enclosures, and checking water supplies to maintain optimal living conditions for livestock.
- Managed pest control measures effectively, reducing damage to crops and maintaining high-quality produce standards.
Enrolled Nurse
Dept Of Community Services
02.1990 - 01.1996
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Nursed patients with complex needs
Education
Bachelors Degree of Nursing - Nursing
University of Western Sydney
Parramatta, NSW01.2009
No Degree - Farming Small Areas
TAFE NSW
Richmond, NSW11.2006
No Degree - Powderman's Certificate of Competency
TAFE NSW
Granville, NSW11.1996
Skills
Knowledgeable about sustainable farm practices
Have experience as a rural land owner and farmer of more than 20 years
Ability to work alone successfully in remote and isolated environments as well as work with multi-disciplinary teams
Valid drivers licence
Timeline
Nursing Unit Manager
NSW Health
12.2022 - 02.2023
Clinical Nurse Educator
WSAHS
03.2014 - 03.2015
Mental Health Registered Nurse
NSW Health Service
02.2009 - Current
Pig Farmer
Self Employed
09.2002 - Current
Enrolled Nurse
FACS
03.1998 - 01.2009
General Farm Hand
Chris Elder, Bill Murray
04.1996 - 02.1998
Enrolled Nurse
Dept Of Community Services
02.1990 - 01.1996
Bachelors Degree of Nursing - Nursing
University of Western Sydney
No Degree - Farming Small Areas
TAFE NSW
No Degree - Powderman's Certificate of Competency
TAFE NSW
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