David Wytkin
Highbury.,SA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Australian Red Cross Lifeblood, showcasing expertise in medication and IV administration alongside exceptional patient education and counseling. Exceptional Phlebotomy Skills. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring staff and enhancing patient care through effective infection control and emergency response. Excelled in fostering patient satisfaction and safety, with a commitment to continuous professional development and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Australian Red Cross Lifeblood
04.1997 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Education
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA06.1998
Certificate Of Nursing - Nursing
Royal Adelaide Hospital
Adelaide, SA08.1990
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient Monitoring
- Taking vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Emergency Response
- Chart updating
- High level of autonomy
- Staff Supervision
- Emergency Procedures
- Medical evaluation
- Supply Restocking
Phlebotomy Expertise
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Australian Red Cross Lifeblood
04.1997 - Current
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
University of South Australia
Certificate Of Nursing - Nursing
Royal Adelaide Hospital
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