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EMILY GARDINER

Summary

Patient-orientated nurse with recent mine site experience. Dedicated and compassionate nurse with proven ability to provide patient care in a remote environment. Calm and level-headed when handling high-stress situations. Uses strong communication skills and humour to develop professional relationships with patients and families. Other attributes include strong attention to detail, reliability, consistently hard working and willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilities.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Occupational Enrolled Health Nurse

Red Earth Health Solutions
09.2022 - 07.2023
  • Employed nursing skills in accordance to AHPRA guidelines to evaluate patient care needs, prioritize treatment and maintain patient flow.
  • Collaborated with physicians or other licensed practitioners to arrange further medical treatment.
  • Promoted high level of service to every individual while observing confidentiality rules and company regulations.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.

COVID Support Nurse

Northern Star Resources
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • Performed COVID-19 testing at Perth Airport and on mine sites in the Goldfields region.
  • Provided care and monitored patients with COVID on site.
  • Managed a patient load of up to 15 people on site.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
  • Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
  • Maintained accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with regulatory standards.
  • Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
  • Worked alongside the Occupational Health Nurse on site to ensure optimal primary care is practised.

Assistant in Nursing (AIN)

Auscare agency
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Implement and monitor care for residents aged > 55 years old.
  • Practiced nursing within the Australian health care system
  • Performed ADL's and observations daily
  • Work in accordance with the guidelines and procedures of the facility
  • Implement infection control
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.

Professional Experience Placement - STUDENT

ST JOHN OF GOD
08.2021 - 09.2021
  • Took and followed detailed directions from health professionals working on the Surgical/Orthopaedics Ward on a 6 week practical placement.
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Maintained tidy and organized environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Maintained excellent customer service and positive attitude towards patients, visitors and fellow teammates.
  • Regularly communicated with management to provide feedback and updates.
  • Managed a patient load of up to 5 patients.
  • Monitored post-operative patients.
  • Practised nursing in accordance to APHRA and St. John of God's hospital policies.

Education

Diploma - Nursing

Open Colleges School of Health
Perth, WA
12.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts (Dance)

Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)
Perth, WA
11.2016

No Degree - High School

Sacred Heart College
Perth, WA
12.2013

Skills

  • AHPRA Registration
  • Bachelor of Art (Dance)
  • Australian Drivers License
  • Police Clearance Check
  • Criminal History Check card
  • Working With Children Check
  • RSA
  • COVID Vaccination Certificate

References


  • Ange Whitehead, Occupational Health Manager, Red Earth Health Solutions, 0477 027 288, angela@redearthhealth.com.au
  • Janelle Thompson, Professional, Ramsay Health Care, PACU RN Theatre, 0422 874 221, danlcjan@hotmail.com
  • Elizabeth Orr, Professional, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, RN Clinical Facilitator, 0409 680 890, elizabeth.orr@health.wa.gov.au
  • Jonita Lewis, Professional, Open Colleges, RN Clinical Facilitator, 0428 900 848, jonita.lewis@opencolleges.edu.au
  • Lisa Uglow, Professional, BHP Billiton Iron Ore, HR Business partner, 0409 804 810, lisa.uglow@bhpbilliton.com
  • Hatisha Naicker, Professional, St John Of God Subiaco, RN, hatisha.padayachee@sjog.org.au

Availability

Immediately.

Timeline

Occupational Enrolled Health Nurse

Red Earth Health Solutions
09.2022 - 07.2023

COVID Support Nurse

Northern Star Resources
04.2022 - 08.2023

Professional Experience Placement - STUDENT

ST JOHN OF GOD
08.2021 - 09.2021

Assistant in Nursing (AIN)

Auscare agency
01.2021 - 12.2021

Diploma - Nursing

Open Colleges School of Health

Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts (Dance)

Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)

No Degree - High School

Sacred Heart College
EMILY GARDINER