Erica Davis
Summary
I am an Enrolled Nurse currently studying a Bachelor of Nursing. I am a caring, compassionate and responsible individual. Highly motivated and able to learn new skills quickly while continuously trying to improve the skills I have acquired. I am able to work well in a team or independently and can demonstrate strong communication skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Enrolled Nurse
Mid North Coast Correctional Centre
06.2024 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, subcut and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilised critical thinking skills to prioritise nursing interventions.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying doctors and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Enrolled Nurse
Seascape Medical Centre
07.2021 - Current
- Support patients with chronic illnesses
- Vital signs
- Providing patient education
- Assist doctors with GP management plans
- Help coordinate patient referrals to other providers
- Immunisations and other injections
- Assist doctor with minor procedures
- Health assessments
- Wound care
- ECGs
- Ear irrigation
- Documentation
Student RN Work Placement
Port Macquarie Base & Kempsey District Hospital
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, IM and S/C accurately and safely under supervision of the RN, monitoring responses and reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Monitored observations and performed ECG's.
- Conducted MSE's under RN supervision.
- Participated in professional development opportunities.
- Utilised clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration under RN supervision.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Enrolled Nurse
Kempsey District Hospital – Operating Theatres
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Provide efficient and effective perioperative nursing care to patients
- Assist with patient care in the operating room, recovery and step-down
- Adhere to safety standards and precautions
- Monitor aseptic technique and sterile field throughout procedure
- Ensure the operating room is prepared with all equipment necessary for the procedure
- Monitor patients’ vital signs
- Communicate with patients, team members, and physicians to ensure continuity of care
- Documentation
Enrolled Nurse
Kempsey District Hospital – IPU and Rehab
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Provide nursing care under the direction and supervision of the RN, Provide evidence-based nursing care under the EN scope of practice,
- Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- Observing, measuring and recording patient’s vital signs and conducting other clinical assessments
- Reporting changes in conditions to the RN and doctors
- Attending to wounds using aseptic technique, Administering medications, injections, IV medications and IV therapy under scope of practice
- Providing physical and emotional support to patients and their families
- Ensure care is safe and high quality, in line with policies and protocols
- Documentation in progress notes, SAGO chart and other assessment charts
Enrolled Nurse
Japara Aged Care South West Rocks
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Administer medications and treatment to patients and monitor responses
- Monitor vital signs
- Follow care plans
- Work within a multidisciplinary team
- Maintain quality care and comfort for residents
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviours and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
- Perform routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families
Assistant in Nursing
Japara Aged Care South West Rocks
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Providing companionship and support to residents and those with dementia
- Assisting residents with personal care activities and reporting any changes in condition to the RN
- Using equipment to assist residents with limited mobility such as lifters, pelican belts, wheelchairs
- Maintaining a safe work environment by minimising or removing safety hazards and risks
- Documentation
Assistant in Nursing
Woolgoolga and District Retirement Village
12.2017 - 01.2018
- As above
Assistant in Nursing
St Joseph’s Aged Care Coffs Harbour
09.2016 - 08.2017
- As above
Pharmacy Assistant
Peter Needs Chemmart Pharmacy
09.2011 - 09.2016
- Customer service
- Operating cash register
- Product restocking
- Cleaning duties
- Sorting scripts
- Answering phone calls
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Southern Cross University
12.2024
Diploma of Nursing -
TAFE NSW
11.2019
Higher School Certificate -
Melville High School
01.2014
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Organisation and Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Self-Directed
- Written Communication
- Compassion and Empathy
Timeline
Enrolled Nurse
Mid North Coast Correctional Centre
06.2024 - Current
Student RN Work Placement
Port Macquarie Base & Kempsey District Hospital
11.2023 - 11.2024
Enrolled Nurse
Seascape Medical Centre
07.2021 - Current
Enrolled Nurse
Kempsey District Hospital – Operating Theatres
05.2021 - 07.2021
Enrolled Nurse
Kempsey District Hospital – IPU and Rehab
11.2020 - 07.2021
Enrolled Nurse
Japara Aged Care South West Rocks
01.2020 - 05.2021
Assistant in Nursing
Japara Aged Care South West Rocks
03.2018 - 01.2020
Assistant in Nursing
Woolgoolga and District Retirement Village
12.2017 - 01.2018
Assistant in Nursing
St Joseph’s Aged Care Coffs Harbour
09.2016 - 08.2017
Pharmacy Assistant
Peter Needs Chemmart Pharmacy
09.2011 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Nursing -
Southern Cross University
Diploma of Nursing -
TAFE NSW
Higher School Certificate -
Melville High School
Similar Profiles
Abanoub MinaAbanoub Mina
Dentist at Mid North Coast Dental CentreDentist at Mid North Coast Dental Centre
Bincy ThomasBincy Thomas
Registered Nurse, Medical Ward at Mid North Coast Local Health DistrictRegistered Nurse, Medical Ward at Mid North Coast Local Health District
Wendy TurnbullWendy Turnbull
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse at Mid North Coast Area Health ServiceEndorsed Enrolled Nurse at Mid North Coast Area Health Service
Stacey SperringStacey Sperring
Enrolled Nurse at Ramsay Health CareEnrolled Nurse at Ramsay Health Care
GURPINDER SINGHGURPINDER SINGH
Enrolled Nurse at Casey Aged CareEnrolled Nurse at Casey Aged Care