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Elizabeth Mitchell

Bargara,QLD

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Practice Nurse

Noosa Health Centres
04.2015 - 05.2024
  • Perform best practice clinical duties within required level of competency
  • Duties include, triage, ECG's, spirometry, audiometry exams, vision assessments, vaccinations/immunisations and other injections, collection of pathology samples, cannulation, iron infusions, patient assessments, wound management, suturing, assisting with clinical procedures, aviation assessments, ear syringing
  • Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
  • Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Ensure sterilisation and maintenance of clinical equipment
  • Maintain stocks, including correct storage, removal of out of date stock and ordering supplies
  • Trained and mentored new nurses on best practices, clinic policies and standards of care.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits, treatments provided, medications prescribed, and other relevant data.

Cosmetic Nurse

Nurse Jodie
04.2020 - 04.2024
  • Provided dermatology treatments, minor cosmetic procedures, anti wrinkle/fillers and laser treatments
  • Responsible for providing elective care for cosmetic procedures
  • Performed examinations and developed a treatment plan in coordination with the overseeing Doctor.
  • Conducted detailed consultations with patients to assess their needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Administered medication via IV push or continuous infusions as prescribed by physician orders.

Aesthetic Nurse Consultant/Clinical Manager

CozMedics/Immersion Clinical Spa
11.2016 - 03.2020
  • Offered consultations for skin and cosmetic procedures by incorporating anatomical and facial assessments with the aim of the best outcome for the patient
  • Provide advanced skills and knowledge in Laser, Platelet Rich Plasma, Cryolipolisis, Photo Dynamic Therapy, Micro needling and cosmetic injectable treatments to patients
  • Advise on skin care and the sale of products
  • Conducted interviews for prospective nursing staff
  • Organized inventory of supplies used in aesthetic treatments like topical creams, serums.

Practice Nurse/Cosmetic Injector

Sunshine Vein Clinic
11.2013 - 10.2016
  • Assist Doctor with surgical procedures whilst maintaining an aseptic environment
  • Provide patients with information on procedures offered at the clinic, including pre and post follow up care
  • Ensure sterilization and maintenance of medical equipment
  • Order stores as required
  • Administration of anti wrinkle and dermal fillers under the written standing order of the Doctor
  • Perform micro needling, skin tightening and vein treatments as directed by the Doctor.

Practice Nurse

Noosa Health Centres
09.2011 - 10.2013
  • Administered immunizations according to established protocols.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits, treatments provided, medications prescribed, and other relevant data.
  • Provided wound care management including dressing changes and suture removal.
  • Responded promptly to patient phone inquiries related to healthcare issues.

Registered Nurse and Team Leader (21C)

Amarina Aged Care
06.2010 - 09.2011
  • Function in accordance with legislative requirements
  • Plan shift according to review of caseload at commencement of shift to ensure continuity of resident care
  • Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for residents according to best nursing practices and standards
  • Work in consultation with medical practitioners and allied health teams
  • Administer medications and treatments
  • Supervise and co-ordinate care team.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.

Wound Care Management Team Member/Enrolled Nurse

Amarina Aged Care
06.2010 - 09.2011
  • Collaborate with wound care management team to plan, organize and maintain quality care for residents with wounds by utilizing best evidence based practice
  • Provide staff education on wound prevention and effective wound management.
  • Conducted wound care treatments such as debridement, dressing changes, irrigation and application of topical medications.

Infection Control Officer/Enrolled Nurse

Amarina Aged Care
09.2005 - 06.2010
  • Perform annual competencies with staff and provide education
  • Conduct monthly audits and implement appropriate actions and report outcomes to Care Manager and nursing staff.
  • Provided training and education on infection control to staff, patients and visitors.

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Amarina Aged Care
09.2005 - 06.2010
  • Provision of all aspects of direct care as delegated by the Registered Nurse with limited supervision
  • Promote and provide a holistic approach to care focusing on the individual needs and rights of residents
  • Contribute to planning and determining outcomes
  • Supervise and train staff by providing direction and guidance.

Education

Immunisation For Health Practitioners

Australian College of Nursing
06-2021

Registered Nurse Refresher Program

Australian College of Nursing
07-2020

Platelet Rich Plasma Training

Alocuro
05-2018

Laser Licence - trainee

Queensland Radiation Health
08-2014

Insertion And Removal

Implanon NXT
03-2013

Wound Closure And Suturing Course

The Benchmarque Group
08-2012

Bachelor of Nursing

Central Queensland University
06-2010

Diploma of Nursing

King’s International College
10-2005

Certificate III in Aged Care

Cadet Training College
01.2003

Skills

  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Vascular care understanding
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Family and patient support
  • Emergency Response
  • Infectious disease control
  • Supply Restocking
  • Wound Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Equipment Sterilization
  • Nursing Consultation
  • Immunizations and Vaccinations

Certification

  • Senior First Aid & CPR
  • Laser licence – trainee (log book)
  • Galderma training for fillers and anti wrinkle treatments
  • ASSET - advanced pan facial anatomy and cosmetic injecting course
  • Cutera - laser training
  • Device technologies - exilis training (radio frequency)
  • Inskin - dermapen training

References

  • Dr Barrie Whelan M: 0417 338 955
  • Dr Leanne Faithfull M: 0488 770 578
  • Tracey Foggitt RN M: 0416 678 634

Timeline

Cosmetic Nurse

Nurse Jodie
04.2020 - 04.2024

Aesthetic Nurse Consultant/Clinical Manager

CozMedics/Immersion Clinical Spa
11.2016 - 03.2020

Senior Practice Nurse

Noosa Health Centres
04.2015 - 05.2024

Practice Nurse/Cosmetic Injector

Sunshine Vein Clinic
11.2013 - 10.2016

Practice Nurse

Noosa Health Centres
09.2011 - 10.2013

Registered Nurse and Team Leader (21C)

Amarina Aged Care
06.2010 - 09.2011

Wound Care Management Team Member/Enrolled Nurse

Amarina Aged Care
06.2010 - 09.2011

Infection Control Officer/Enrolled Nurse

Amarina Aged Care
09.2005 - 06.2010

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Amarina Aged Care
09.2005 - 06.2010

Immunisation For Health Practitioners

Australian College of Nursing

Registered Nurse Refresher Program

Australian College of Nursing

Platelet Rich Plasma Training

Alocuro

Laser Licence - trainee

Queensland Radiation Health

Insertion And Removal

Implanon NXT

Wound Closure And Suturing Course

The Benchmarque Group

Bachelor of Nursing

Central Queensland University

Diploma of Nursing

King’s International College

Certificate III in Aged Care

Cadet Training College

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