Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Eliza Lowe

Port Pirie,SA

Summary

Dedicated Registered Nurse skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Port Pirie Regional Health Service- Emergency Dept
09.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Use of Sunrise EMR documentation
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatments, coping strategies, and available resources.

Registered Nurse

Port Pirie Regional Health Service- A Ward
02.2023 - Current


  • Team Leader & Monitored Bed Nurse, working in Acute Medical Ward & Code blue (MER) Team
  • Facilitate MEDSTAR retrieval & handover
  • Collaborate with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Enhance patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assist in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Administer medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Monitor patient conditions by interpreting and tracking ECG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

Registered Nurse

Whyalla Hospital & Health Service
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • TPPP Graduate program, rotations including High Dependency Unit & Acute/Surgical ward
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery
  • Utilized critical thinking skills while participating in rapid response and code blue situations, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
  • Delivered culturally competent care tailored to meet the diverse needs of the patient population served within the facility.


Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of South Australia
12.2021

Skills

  • Professional bedside manner
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Emergency response
  • Relationship building

Certification

  • Advanced Life Support
  • Triage (ETEK)
  • IV cannulation
  • Venepuncture
  • Basic life Support
  • EMET- Paediatric Emergencies
  • Manual Handling
  • IDC insertion
  • Arterial line setup
  • Learn EM Edge 21 course
  • ENAME
  • Authorised officer
  • MAPA
  • NIV and Hi-Flow
  • Forensic blood sampling
  • I-Stat POC testing
  • Sunrise EMR



References

Nurse Unit Manager- Emergency Department & Outpatient Suite

Andrew Taylor

email: andrew.taylor@sa.gov.au

W:0886384185

M: 0430798041


Clinical Nurse- Emergency Department 

Christie Sargent

email: christie.sargent@sa.gov.au


Acting Associate Nurse Unit Manager- Emergency Department & Outpatient Suite 

Stuart Beyer 

email: stuart.beyer@sa.gov.au



Timeline

Registered Nurse

Port Pirie Regional Health Service- Emergency Dept
09.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

Port Pirie Regional Health Service- A Ward
02.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Whyalla Hospital & Health Service
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Advanced Life Support
  • Triage (ETEK)
  • IV cannulation
  • Venepuncture
  • Basic life Support
  • EMET- Paediatric Emergencies
  • Manual Handling
  • IDC insertion
  • Arterial line setup
  • Learn EM Edge 21 course
  • ENAME
  • Authorised officer
  • MAPA
  • NIV and Hi-Flow
  • Forensic blood sampling
  • I-Stat POC testing
  • Sunrise EMR



Bachelor of Nursing -

University of South Australia
Eliza Lowe