Elanor King
Bonbeach
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with 25+ years in perioperative, surgical, acute medical, and high-acuity disability care. Specializes in anesthesia, pain management, wound care, and post-surgical recovery in orthopedic, gynecological, colorectal, and general surgical fields. Skilled in managing deteriorating patients, delivering holistic care, and building therapeutic relationships. Committed to continuous learning and collaborative multidisciplinary care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Comprehensive Aged Care Assessor
BodyCare Aged Care Assessment Services
02.2024 - Current
- Conduct assessments for CHSP and HCP eligibility across diverse populations.
- Engage with vulnerable community members and families to support care access.
- Liaise with clients, clinicians, and stakeholders to ensure tailored care planning.
High Intensity SIL Care Coordinator
Cando Care Services
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Led coordination of high-intensity support services for clients with complex needs.
- Developed personalised care plans, monitored health outcomes, and adapted interventions.
- Delivered training to care teams and collaborated with allied health professionals.
Registered Nurse – Perioperative
Holmesglen Private Hospital
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided comprehensive perioperative care across orthopaedic, gynaecological, and general surgeries.
- Educated patients pre-operatively and ensured safe anaesthesia support and postoperative monitoring.
- Supported complex procedures, enhancing safety and efficiency in theatre environments.
Registered Nurse – Anaesthetic & Surgical
Lyell McEwin Hospital
03.2015 - 01.2023
- Specialist anaesthetic nurse in high-acuity, multi-specialty surgical settings.
- Delivered care through induction, intra-op monitoring, and post-anaesthesia recovery.
- Mentored junior nurses in anaesthesia protocols and emergency response techniques.
Enrolled Nurse – Colorectal & Upper GI Surgery
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
03.2009 - 03.2015
- Provided wound management, stoma education, and discharge planning for surgical patients.
- Coordinated with surgical teams on complex case management.
- Promoted patient independence through education and post-surgical support.
Senior Care Assistant
Ingle Farm Helping Hands
03.2003 - 04.2009
- Delivered compassionate care and supported end-of-life needs in elderly populations.
- Fostered dignity and autonomy in day-to-day personal care.
Support Worker / Care Assistant
Celsian Nursing Agency / A1 & S&N Nursing Agencies
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Supported individuals with complex medical and physical needs in community and residential care.
- Early exposure to wound care and post-surgical rehabilitation.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
University of South Australia
01.2014
Diploma of Enrolled Nursing - undefined
Port Adelaide TAFE
01.2009
MSc Complementary Medicine & Health Science - undefined
Salford University
01.2002
Access to Higher Education in Health, Biology & Social Care - undefined
St Clares College
01.1999
BTEC Diploma in Health & Social Care - undefined
Tiverton College
01.1994
Skills
- Advanced Clinical Assessment & Decision-Making
- Anaesthetic & Perioperative Nursing
- Complex Disability & High-Intensity Support
- Patient Education & Emotional Support
- Wound Care & Postoperative Recovery
- Deteriorating Patient Response
- Palliative & End-of-Life Care
- Clinical Documentation & Care Planning
- Team Collaboration & Communication
- Mentoring & Staff Development
- Confidentiality
- Interpersonal communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Relationship building
Certification
- Clinical Assessment & Deteriorating Patient Management
- V.A.C. Therapy & Wound Care Techniques
- Mandatory training packages (Healthscope & External Providers)
- Infection Control, Manual Handling, and Patient Safety Protocols
Accomplishments
- Recognised for leadership in perioperative theatre education and mentoring
- Led anaesthesia education sessions for junior staff at Lyell McEwin Hospital
Timeline
High Intensity SIL Care Coordinator
Cando Care Services
09.2024 - 01.2025
Comprehensive Aged Care Assessor
BodyCare Aged Care Assessment Services
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse – Perioperative
Holmesglen Private Hospital
05.2023 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse – Anaesthetic & Surgical
Lyell McEwin Hospital
03.2015 - 01.2023
Enrolled Nurse – Colorectal & Upper GI Surgery
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
03.2009 - 03.2015
Senior Care Assistant
Ingle Farm Helping Hands
03.2003 - 04.2009
Support Worker / Care Assistant
Celsian Nursing Agency / A1 & S&N Nursing Agencies
01.2001 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
University of South Australia
Diploma of Enrolled Nursing - undefined
Port Adelaide TAFE
MSc Complementary Medicine & Health Science - undefined
Salford University
Access to Higher Education in Health, Biology & Social Care - undefined
St Clares College
BTEC Diploma in Health & Social Care - undefined
Tiverton College
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