Eleni Mitris
Ascot Vale
Summary
A passionate Grade 2 Cancer Nurse with experience in surgical and medical nursing. Adept at dealing with high stress situations by applying critical thinking abilities to ensure any issues are dealt with in a calm and effective manner, guaranteeing the highest quality of patient care. Consistently works to develop strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, a respectful attitude and a high level of patience. Enthusiastic about learning and growth, both in a practical and theoretical setting.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
6 West - Haematology and Oncology
St Vincent's Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Working 0.7EFT on a permanent part-time basis.
- Counselled patients throughout their stay, and provided a listening ear and emotional support during their cancer diagnosis, and provided education on their disease.
- Administering oral, IV and subcutaneous medications including antineoplastic drugs based on doctors orders and patient requirements.
- Proficiency in accessing and managing central lines, and administering blood products and stem cells.
- Assisting doctors in performing bone marrow biopsies and assessing the patient throughout their procedure.
- Managing haematological malignancies such as tumorlysis syndrome, febrile neutropenia, cytokine release syndrome, and escalating care.
- Take a leadership role in precepting undergraduate and graduate nurses to ensure ample experiences and learning.
Graduate Year - 9 West (Orthopaedic Oncology)
St Vincent's Hospital
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Worked 0.8EFT on a part-time basis.
- Managed post-operative patients including patient controlled analgesia and epidurals.
- Post-operative wound care including VAC dressings and Illizarov frames.
Graduate Year - 6 West (Haematology and Oncology)
St Vincent's Hospital
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Worked 0.8EFT on a part-time basis.
- Introduction to Cancer nursing on 6 West.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VIC12.2020
Professional Development
Academic Nursing Unit (ANU) Short Course: Cancer Care Emergencies - August 2022
- Online study day held by Peter Maccallum cancer centre.
- An overview of common oncological emergencies, the incidence, aetiology and diagnosis of oncological emergencies, identifying and discussing the medical and nursing management of oncological emergencies.
Male IDC workshop - April 2023
- Attended the Male IDC insertion workshop and learnt the skills necessary to perform urinary catheterisation of male patients safely and competently.
Supervision Training - May 2023
- Taught preceptorship principles to support nurses in different stages of their career development from undergraduate to post graduate.
Antineoplastic Drug Administration Course (ADAC) - August 2023
- Successful completion of ADAC modules on Eviq website, and attendance of the study day held by Cancer Practice Development Nurse.
- Able to safely administer chemotherapy and provide understanding of the drugs.
References
Jessica Brain Aidan Cooper
Associate Nurse Unit Manager - 6 West Cancer Practice Development Nurse
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne
9231 4879 9231 4988
Jessica.Brain@svha.org.au Aidan.cooper@svha.org.au
Timeline
6 West - Haematology and Oncology
St Vincent's Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Graduate Year - 9 West (Orthopaedic Oncology)
St Vincent's Hospital
09.2021 - 03.2022
Graduate Year - 6 West (Haematology and Oncology)
St Vincent's Hospital
03.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Nursing -
Australian Catholic University
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