Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Western Sydney Local Health District, excelling in critical care and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and strong clinical judgment. Skilled in respiratory support, IV administration and infection control, fostering a positive environment for both patients and staff.
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Flavia Sardinha Canatto Rodrigues
Registered Nurse
Westmead,NSW
Summary
Overview
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Western Sydney Local Health District
Registered Nurse
05.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and 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 individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team an loved ones.
- Safely administered IV medication/TPN through PIVC or Central Line, using a asceptic technique.
- Monitored patients connected to ventilators, CPAP machine or NIMV.
- Safely identified deterioration in patient's condition and prompted review or ALS.
Woolworths
Assistant Manager
08.2012 - 11.2014
Job overview
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
- Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
- Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
Achieve Australia
Assistant in Nursing
08.2018 - 04.2020
Job overview
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Education
Western Sydney UniversitySydney, NSW
Bachelor In Nursing from Science
12.2020
University Overview
Pontificia Universidade Catolica De São PauloSão Paulo - Brazil
Bachelor Of Translation And Interpretation In Engl from English Language And Literature
12.2001
University Overview
Skills
- Respiratory Support
- Medication and IV administration Central line skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Intravenous therapy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Critical care
- Lab result interpretation
- Vaccine administration
- Insulin medication assistance
- Staff supervision
- Personal care needs
- Health screening
- Palliative care awareness
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Western Sydney Local Health District
05.2020 - Current
Assistant in Nursing
Achieve Australia
08.2018 - 04.2020
Assistant Manager
Woolworths
08.2012 - 11.2014
Western Sydney University
Bachelor In Nursing from Science
Pontificia Universidade Catolica De São Paulo
Bachelor Of Translation And Interpretation In Engl from English Language And Literature
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