Elizabeth Foxhall
NSW
Summary
With a proven track record at Aspire4Life, I excel in leadership and strategic planning, I have led teams with focus on achieving goals and improving processes driving team success through effective mentoring and resource allocation. My approach fosters a 100% BSI response in staff satisfaction consistently across all surveys completed. I am a professional leader ready to drive team success and exceed objectives, with a proven track record in team collaboration, strategic planning, and problem-solving. I am known for strong communication skills, adaptability, and reliability, equipped to foster productive and positive work environment while meeting changing demands.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Leader Care Finder Program
Aspire4Life
Western Sydney
03.2023 - Current
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Developed team members' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering praise for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development.
- Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
- Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.
- Facilitated decision-making processes within group through open dialogue and consensus-building techniques.
- Promoted culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from all organisational levels and implementing actionable changes.
- Established clear communication channels to facilitate timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
- Led cross-functional teams to execute projects on time, within budget, and with high-quality outcomes.
- Fostered positive work environment, resulting in decreased employee turnover and increased team cohesion.
- Organised professional development workshops, contributing to ongoing growth and expertise of team.
- Enhanced communication strategies, ensuring clear and timely information exchange within team and with clients.
- Improved operational workflows, enabling team to handle increased workloads without compromising quality.
- Developed risk management plans, minimizing potential project disruptions and ensuring timely delivery.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Optimized resource allocation, ensuring projects were delivered within budget and scope.
- Implemented comprehensive reporting system to track team performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Achieved project milestones ahead of deadlines, coordinating effectively with stakeholders and managing resources efficiently.
- Facilitated culture of continuous improvement, encouraging feedback and innovative solutions from all team members.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyse operational data.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
Acting National Manager
Aspire4Life
Nationwide
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Identified staff requirements and worked with human resource department to initiate recruitment and training processes.
- Developed strong relationships with key clients, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Managed a team of 50+ employees, providing leadership and direction to achieve company goals.
- Collaborated closely with internal stakeholders to align targets with broader strategic objectives .
- Streamlined operations for improved efficiency by conducting thorough process analysis and optimisation.
- Led company-wide change management efforts to support organisational transformation and growth objectives.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Nursing Unit Manager
NSW Health
Camperdown, NSW
07.2018 - 03.2023
- Evaluated and monitored care and services throughout shift to improve quality levels.
- Developed and distributed nursing assignments for unit employees that outlined individual and group tasks.
- Enforced nursing practice standards and recommended unit and institution policies and procedures to boost medical care quality.
- Inventoried medications, supplies and equipment and distributed stock to patients.
- Onboarded new employees through orientation meetings and training sessions before deployment to different departments.
- Coordinated nursing activities and staffing with health-related, therapeutic and support services to streamline service delivery.
- Advanced professional development opportunities for staff, facilitating partnerships with educational institutions.
- Assessed staffing needs based on census fluctuations while balancing budget constraints, maintaining appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios at all times.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and protocols in the nursing unit.
- Successfully managed challenging situations involving patients or families by employing effective conflict resolution techniques.
- Increased nurse retention rates by promoting a positive work environment and offering regular professional development opportunities.
- Implemented cost-saving measures within the unit without compromising on the quality of patient care provided.
- Cultivated culture of excellence in patient care, setting and monitoring adherence to high-performance benchmarks.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction scores through development and execution of patient-centred care model.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary rounds to promote cohesive decision-making regarding individualised patient needs.
- Upheld strict adherence to patient confidentiality and privacy protocols.
- Improved staff morale and reduced turnover with structured mentorship programs for new nurses.
- Improved team communication and effectiveness, instituting regular debriefing sessions after critical incidents.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff, providing constructive feedback to enhance skills and competencies.
- Oversaw compliance with healthcare standards, leading to successful accreditation inspections.
- Elevated patient care standards by leading team in implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Spearheaded task force to address staff burnout, enhancing work-life balance through schedule adjustments and support services.
Registered Nurse
Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network
Statewide
04.2006 - 07.2018
- Utilised critical thinking skills to prioritise nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly 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.
- 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.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualised care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Enrolled Nurse
NSW Health
Blacktown
05.2003 - 03.2006
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
Education
Master of Nursing - Critical Care
University of Tasmania
TASBachelor of Nursing -
University of Western Sydney
Sydney, NSWGraduate Certificate - Acute Care
University of Notre Dame Australia
Darlinghurst, NSWMaster of Health Service Management -
Griffith University
QLD06-2025
Skills
- Experience in leadership and cross-functional team leadership
- Maintaining team motivation with a remote based team
- Staff mentoring, training and coaching
- Ministerial level reporting
- Development of safety processes and procedures
- Complaint resolution
- Change management
- Organisational Development
- Risk Management
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Performance Management
- Stakeholder management
Accomplishments
Recipient of Exemplary Nursing Care award.
Recipient of NSW Health Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery award.
Development and implementation of a statewide Aboriginal Chronic Care program across the NSW custodial system.
Certification
Registered Nurse- AHPRA registration NMW0001135288
Certified RAS assessor- MAC IAT Certificate
Workplace Health and Safety Representative Certificate
Gold standard hand hygiene auditor- Hand Hygiene Australia
Venepuncture and Cannulation
Advanced Life Saving certification
CVAD accreditation
Timeline
Acting National Manager
Aspire4Life
09.2024 - 10.2024
Team Leader Care Finder Program
Aspire4Life
03.2023 - Current
Nursing Unit Manager
NSW Health
07.2018 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network
04.2006 - 07.2018
Enrolled Nurse
NSW Health
05.2003 - 03.2006
Master of Nursing - Critical Care
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Western Sydney
Graduate Certificate - Acute Care
University of Notre Dame Australia
Master of Health Service Management -
Griffith University