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Dawn Franklin

GULFVIEW HEIGHTS,SA

Summary

Dedicated Enrolled Nurse with extensive experience at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, specializing in spinal cord injury care. Proven expertise in catheter maintenance and compassionate patient support, enhancing recovery and independence. Skilled in implementing care plans and ensuring patient safety, while fostering nursing staff development and compliance with health policies.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Enrolled Nurse Diploma-Spinal Injury Advisor

Paraplegic and Quadriplegic Association of SA
07.2022 - Current
  • Work in the community with clients with disabilities
  • Provide catheter care for SPC, IDC, and urethral catheters
  • Problem-solving home-based issues
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Providing wound care
  • Referral to health care professionals
  • Continence assessments

Enrolled Nurse Diploma

Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network- Covid Vaccination Clinic
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Administered medications via intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Documented and recorded accurately all vaccinations
  • Provided observation post vaccinations, and responded to any adverse affects

Enrolled Nurse Diploma

Royal Adelaide Hospital-Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre
10.2003 - 02.2022
  • Cared for clients with Spinal cord injury
  • Took a leading role in catheter care and the education of staff
  • Played a crucial role in helping patients regain their independence and improve their quality of life after injury or illness.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.

Education

Diploma of Enrolled Nursing - Nursing

Royal Adelaide Hospital
Adelaide, SA
01-1987

Skills

  • Care plan implementation
  • Compassionate care
  • Patient safety monitoring
  • Infection control
  • Catheter maintenance
  • Mental health care
  • Discharge coordination
  • Nursing staff development
  • Ventilator care
  • Policy and procedure compliance
  • Medication administration

Interests

  • Exploring various forms of art, such as Pottery, painting, and sculpting, to nurture creativity and personal growth
  • Gardening
  • Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts

Timeline

Enrolled Nurse Diploma-Spinal Injury Advisor

Paraplegic and Quadriplegic Association of SA
07.2022 - Current

Enrolled Nurse Diploma

Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network- Covid Vaccination Clinic
02.2022 - 06.2022

Enrolled Nurse Diploma

Royal Adelaide Hospital-Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre
10.2003 - 02.2022

Diploma of Enrolled Nursing - Nursing

Royal Adelaide Hospital

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