Eunsil Kim
Holland Park West
Summary
Dynamic facilitator and experienced tutor with a proven track record in cultivating engaging learning environments for registered nurses and students in both hospital and university settings. Expertise in delivering impactful teaching sessions on human physiology, pathophysiology, and the nursing assessment and management of critically ill children. As a skilled simulation coordinator, adeptness in creating safe learning environments empowers students to effectively link theory to practice. A passionate educator with extensive bedside teaching experience, committed to fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Practice Facilitator and Tutor
Queensland University of Technology
01.2022 - Current
- Mentored students in skill labs, tutorials, online workshops and simulation labs.
- Engaged in teaching of various subjects (human physiology, pathophysiology, evidence based nursing practice, health assessment, paediatric patient care and complex critical care)
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to link the knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and pathopysiology to the real nursing practice, resulting in increased student engagement and improved learning outcomes.
- Conducted various types of assessments including simulation based assessment, objective Structured clinical exam and face-to-face presentation.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Collaborated with faculty to design interdisciplinary courses, promoting a cohesive learning experience for students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individuals' needs.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Clinical Practice Facilitator
Queensland Children's hospital, PICU
01.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with teaching team to create PICU transition program in the following teaching subjects; -Basic nursing assessment of critically ill children. Caring for a child with neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory, trauma, and septic disorders. Mechanical ventilation in critically ill children. -Homeostasis in the maintenance of metabolism, normal body temperature, nutrition and fluid and electrolyte balance. -Teamwork and critical risk management.
- Implemented an innovative 'Knowledge-skill station-simulation' method in novice nurses' transition into PICU nursing.
- Led virtual workshops; respiratory and cardiovascular disorder in critically ill children for post graduate PICU degree students enrolled in Melbourne university.
- Created workshop power points and learning materials in caring for ventilated patients in PICU, neurological assessment and monitoring in critically ill children.
- Created most up-to-date simulation-based learning environment for nurses in PICU to maximise learners' critical thinking process, prioritisation, time management skills, and be able to safely apply their knowledge into real nursing practice.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new staff to ensure compliance with hospital protocols and NMBA nursing standards .
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced communication between PICU education team, called SBARt to assist structural Clinical Practice Facilitator's note.
- As a faculty of Paeds Basic course, engaged in teaching and training doctors and nurses caring for critically ill children across Queensland.
- Direct clinical support to progress staff and develop staff skills while maintaining a high level of patient care and safety.
- Improved patient safety by designing and conducting simulation exercises that strengthened nurses'' critical thinking skills.
- Championed the importance of simulation-based education, advocating for its inclusion in PICU nursing education.
Simulation Coordinator
Queensland Children's hospital, STORK
07.2023 - 02.2025
- Coordinated simulation training programs (resuscitation of critically ill children) to enhance clinical skills for healthcare professionals across acute health care settings in Queensland.
- Developed and maintained simulation scenarios to reflect current patient care practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to identify training needs and improve educational outcomes.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to evaluate simulation effectiveness and participant performance.
- Led initiatives to integrate new technologies into simulation training, enhancing realism and engagement.
- Led workshops and support nurses to develop skills to care for critically ill children in QCH Emergency Department.
Nurse Educator
Global Intensive Care Initiative (GICI)-ANZICS
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Developed and implemented PNG ICU nursing education programs in enhancing clinical competencies.
- Facilitated workshops on infection control, fluid and electrolyte management, tracheostomy cares, medication calculation for PNG doctors and nurses.
- Developed Clinical practice guideline- Simulation based learning for PNG ICU nurses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to align educational goals with organizational objectives.
Project Officer
Queensland Children's hospital, Infection control-Ebola project officer
01.2015 - 01.2015
- Facilitated training sessions (Personal Protection Equipment training) for staff on best practices in infection control procedures.
- Developed communication materials to educate staff about Ebola prevention measures.
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- Led infection control initiatives to mitigate Ebola transmission risks within hospital settings.
- Developed and monitored project schedules, budgets and objectives for successful completion.
Registered Nurse
Mater Children's Hospital, QCH PICU-RN, Acting CN, Acting Retrieval Coordinator
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Provide clinical leadership in complex situations, including the selection, implementation, and evaluation of nursing intervention as a clinical support nurse and team leader.
- Updated ECMO retrieval guideline for retrieval members.
- Reviewed a retrieval equipment list and trained new members in the team including nurses and doctors.
- Coordinated interdepartmental retrieval operations, optimizing transport logistics for critically ill patients.
RN
Samsung Medical Centre, Thoracic Intensive Care Unit
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Provided high quality and clinically effective intensive nursing care for adults and paediatric patients post major heart and lung surgeries.
Education
Master of Nursing - Clinical Education
University of The Sunshine Coast
01.2023
Graduate Certificate - Nursing (Acute Paediatric)
Queensland University of Technology
01.2013
Skills
- Delivery of innovative learning technology - simulation, online learning platform, using QR code and digital resources
- Focusing on student engagement on the basis of problem-based and inquiry-based learning platforms
- Creating learner centred teaching environment- active participation of students working in group, and provision of continuous feedback
- Teaching bioscience education (respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological) in PICU transition programme and post graduate programme
- Bioscience education integration
- Diverse clinical training expertise
- Objective learner assessment
- Structured clinical education
- Applying educational frameworks; Adult learning theory and Bloom's taxonomy
- Training program development for nurses
- Effective communication in feedback
- Implementing Plan-Do-Study-Act cycle for nursing education enhancement
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
- Technical Simulation Training by CSDS- 2024
- OPTIMUS CORE (Clinical Observation and Response to Emergency) course Faculty training-2024
- Paediatric Basic instructor course 2023
- University teaching courses: Creating engaging learning environment, principle, teaching and supporting learning 2023
- Australian College of Critical Care Nurses annual conference 2022
- Paediatric BASIC 2022
- Paediatric Neuro-critical care Beyond Basic 2020
- Collaborative Leadership course 2020
- PICU Liberation workshop 2020
- Fundamental in paediatric oncology 2020
- Professional coaching and development workshop 2019
- Family and Infant Neurodevelopmental education (FINE) 2019
- Advanced Paediatric Life support (APLS) course 2013
- Transition to Practice Nurse Education Program Paediatric ICU 2013
- Queensland Health Paediatric Retrieval Team orientation 2012
- Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Nurse Specialist Training Program 2012
- Basic and Advanced Preceptor Program 2012
- Advanced Paediatric Intensive Care Simulation (APICS) Course 2011
Timeline
Nurse Educator
Global Intensive Care Initiative (GICI)-ANZICS
09.2024 - 09.2024
Simulation Coordinator
Queensland Children's hospital, STORK
07.2023 - 02.2025
Clinical Practice Facilitator and Tutor
Queensland University of Technology
01.2022 - Current
Clinical Practice Facilitator
Queensland Children's hospital, PICU
01.2016 - Current
Project Officer
Queensland Children's hospital, Infection control-Ebola project officer
01.2015 - 01.2015
Registered Nurse
Mater Children's Hospital, QCH PICU-RN, Acting CN, Acting Retrieval Coordinator
01.2010 - 01.2015
RN
Samsung Medical Centre, Thoracic Intensive Care Unit
01.2002 - 01.2006
Graduate Certificate - Nursing (Acute Paediatric)
Queensland University of Technology
Master of Nursing - Clinical Education
University of The Sunshine Coast