Debra Fortescue
Smythes Creek
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Calvary Aged Care, excelling in medication administration and patient advocacy. Recognized for enhancing Resident satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in developing customized care plans and leading nursing staff, ensuring high-quality outcomes and compliance with infection control standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Calvary Aged Care
03.2003 - 02.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on Residents individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying GP and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality resident care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Developed strong rapport with residents and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Addressed resident concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Advocated for resident needs within the healthcare organization, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resource allocation and service delivery.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical decision-making skills, fostering their professional growth and development.
- Maintained accurate documentation of resident care activities in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely completion of reports as necessary for compliance purposes.
- Enhanced overall staff morale by recognizing individual achievements and fostering a collaborative, supportive work environment.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Oversaw quality assurance initiatives to identify areas of improvement within the department and implement corrective action plans accordingly.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations during Covid-19 outbreaks.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Created customized care plans, working with care staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Federation University Australia
VIC10-2015
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Care planning
- Nursing staff leadership
- Team coordination
- Palliative care
- Supply restocking
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Calvary Aged Care
03.2003 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Federation University Australia
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