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Donna-Lee Rose

Goonellabah

Summary

With over 15 years of experience as a registered nurse in various specialty areas, I am dedicated to providing exceptional nursing care with professionalism and respect. My patient-centered approach ensures that their needs and well-being are always prioritized. Guided by values like loyalty, honesty, reliability, dependability, and respectfulness, I create a positive and compassionate environment for both patients and colleagues. Additionally, I am deeply committed to continuous education and professional development to enhance my nursing expertise and stay up-to-date with evidence-based knowledge. Nurturing my clinical skills allows for personal growth and contributes to the advancement of healthcare.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

F6 23 Hour Ward
10.2020 - Current
  • Undertook Acting NUM role when required
  • Participated in the implementation of quality projects.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
  • Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
  • Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.

Registered Nurse Casual

Lismore Base Hospital
05.2019 - 10.2020
  • Work across many areas within the hospital setting e.g DTU, F6 DOSA, F10, 23 hr unit, General ward Kyogle MPS and Inter hospital transport allowing me to utilise all the skills I have gained during my nursing career
  • Working across all areas has allowed me to grow in confidence as a senior nurse by requiring me to work both as a team member and independently
  • Supervised New Graduate Nurses and Students
  • Undertaken nurse in charge role when required
  • Managed smooth patient flows in and out of F10, DTU, F6 DOSA, 23hr units
  • Handling admissions and discharge paperwork and follow up needs of patients

Registered Nurse Permanent F10

Lismore Base Hospital
03.2016 - 05.2019
  • Caring for pre and post-operative care of patient's after general surgical and orthopaedic procedures i.e
  • Abdominal surgeries and vascular surgeries, simple and complex dressing, and negative pressure dressings, neurovascular observations, traction care, hip precautions and care of external fixators
  • Gained accredited in epidural's, regional blocks, PCA's, wound infusions, venepuncture and cannulation
  • Recognising the deteriorating patient and escalating care
  • Mentored student nurses, interns, and new graduates
  • Managed smooth patient flows into and out of surgical/orthopaedic unit, handling admissions and discharge paperwork
  • Worked as an in charge of shift

Registered Nurse Casual

Lismore Base Hospital
01.2007 - 03.2016
  • Caring for pre and post-operative care of patient's after general surgical procedures i.e
  • Abdominal surgeries and vascular surgeries, simple and complex dressing, and negative pressure dressings, Stomal therapy care and education
  • Gained accredited in epidural's, regional blocks, PCA's, wound infusions, venepuncture and cannulation
  • Gained extensive knowledge of the care of the pre and postoperative orthopaedic patient which includes neurovascular observations, traction care, fast tract protocols such as LIA's, hip precautions and the care of patients with external fixation
  • Adapted care plans based on changing patient conditions and laboratory test results
  • Managed smooth patient flows into and out of surgical/orthopaedic unit, handling admissions and discharge paperwork
  • Mentor student nurses, interns, and new graduates in proper procedures and care standards

Personal Assistant

Dr Kenny Low
03.2014 - 10.2014
  • During my time working with Kenny I gain a lot of experience in all aspects of running a busy private practice
  • This included appointments, clinic days, account keeping, correspondence and phone calls to and from both patients and other health care providers
  • I believe that this time with Kenny has given me a tremendous amount of experience and confidence that I am able to bring to my current role as Registered Nurse at Lismore Base

Registered Nurse New Graduate Program

The Tweed Hospital
01.2007 - 10.2007
  • 6 months on Cardiac Medical ward 1
  • Completed ECG interpretation course
  • 6 weeks on Surgical ward

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

Southern Cross University
Lismore

Graduate Certificate - Acute Care Nursing

University of Tasmania
TAS

Skills

  • Power chart
  • Proficient in Venepuncture
  • IV Insertion Proficiency
  • Surginet Proficiency
  • Epidural Qualification
  • PCA/ Regional Block
  • Patient Flow Management
  • PICC/CVC Competency
  • Health Management Roster
  • Advanced Life Support
  • Nursing Team Leadership
  • Mentoring Junior Colleagues
  • Effective Patient Discharge Planning

References

  • Cheryl Hambly, Nurse Unit Manager 23 hr/Dosa/ Pre op Clinic, 0434916617, Cheryl.Hambly@health.nsw.gov.au
  • Sam Cook, Manager Surgical Services, 66202237 Sam.Cook@health.nsw.gov.au

Timeline

Registered Nurse

F6 23 Hour Ward
10.2020 - Current

Registered Nurse Casual

Lismore Base Hospital
05.2019 - 10.2020

Registered Nurse Permanent F10

Lismore Base Hospital
03.2016 - 05.2019

Personal Assistant

Dr Kenny Low
03.2014 - 10.2014

Registered Nurse Casual

Lismore Base Hospital
01.2007 - 03.2016

Registered Nurse New Graduate Program

The Tweed Hospital
01.2007 - 10.2007

Bachelor of Nursing -

Southern Cross University

Graduate Certificate - Acute Care Nursing

University of Tasmania

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