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Georgia Laura Privato

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

An experienced Continence Nurse Advisor skilled in treating patients with continence issues and voiding dysfunction.

A passionate nurse dedicated to delivering exceptional care to all individuals with equality. A person who recognizes the importance of fostering a strong relationship with patients and all members of the health care team. A results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Continence Nurse Advisor / Unit Coordinator

The Royal Women's Hospital. Pelvic Floor Unit Outpatient Department
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2015 - Current
  • Provide a comprehensive continence assessment to identify client needs.
  • Develop tailored treatment plans post-assessment.
  • Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and conservative management strategies. Involve family or significant others, when appropriate.
  • Empower patients to enhance their quality of life through education and support.
  • Practice in the following nurse-led clinics: continence assessment, continence management, urodynamics bladder testing, and pessary clinic.
  • Assist in performing outpatient cystoscopy for diagnostic purposes.
  • Assess referrals from various health agencies based on acuity, and determine the appropriate time frame for assessment.
  • Coordinate and manage the operational aspects of clinics under the Pelvic Floor Unit.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals and agencies to optimize patient care and improve outcomes.
  • Work alongside various hospital entities to improve our healthcare service.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
  • Facilitates patient care and communication between members of the healthcare team by attending multidisciplinary meetings.

Urogynaecology Nurse /Clinical Research Nurse

The Royal Women's Hospital. Pelvic Floor Unit Outpatient Department
Melbourne
10.2012 - 01.2015

Urogynecology nurse

  • Performed Urodynamics bladder assessment test.
  • Assisted in performing outpatient cystoscopy.
  • Instructed patients on self-catheterization techniques.
  • Supported medical professionals during examinations.
  • Facilitated tests and procedures in an outpatient setting.
  • Enhanced workflow to ensure smooth clinic functioning

Research Nurse.

  • Responsible for setting up, coordinating, and supervising research projects.
  • Provided patients with the required information to obtain informed consent.
  • Available to patients to answer questions and assess concerns.
  • Maintenance of site files and data integrity.
  • Reporting and documentation of adverse events.
  • Facilitate ethics submission.

Registered Nurse

Frances Perry House
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2000 - 10.2012
  • Worked as a ward nurse in the specialist areas of Urogynaecology, Gynaecology, and Plastic surgery.

Registered Nurse Bank, PACU

John Fawkner Hospital
Melbourne, Victoria
02.2007 - 08.2008
  • Monitored patients' recovery post-anesthesia and surgery

Registered Nurse Bank

Melbourne Private Hospital
Melbourne, Victoria
01.1999 - 12.1999
  • Delivered nursing care in a mixed surgical unit

Registered Nurse

St Vincent's Hospital
Melbourne, Victoria
01.1997 - 09.1998
  • Hospital in the home.

Registered Nurse

St Vincent's Hospital
Melbourne, Victoria
01.1993 - 01.1997
  • Delivered nursing care in a Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Unit.

Registered Nurse

St Vincent's Private Hospital
Melbourne, Victoria
02.1992 - 01.1993
  • Graduate year program.

State Enrolled Nurse

Emily Lenny Nursing Home
Melbourne, Victoria
02.1990 - 01.1992
  • Provided general nursing care.

Education

Graduate Diploma in Urology And Continence - Nursing

Latrobe University
Melbourne, VIC
01-1996

Bachelor of Applied Science Nursing - Nursing

La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC
01-1993

Diploma of Applied Science Nursing - Nursing

La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC
01-1991

State Enrolled Nurse - Nursing

La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC
01-1990

Skills

  • Strong clinical assessment skills
  • Good evaluation skills and a resourceful problem-solving ability
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients
  • Good interpersonal skills, which allow me to function effectively as an individual and as a member of the health care team
  • An ability to develop a good rapport with patients, and relate well to people from a variety of cultures
  • Mentoring of new and junior staff
  • Effective coordination of patient care
  • Effective coordination of outpatient clinics

Languages

English
Professional
Italian
Professional

Timeline

Continence Nurse Advisor / Unit Coordinator

The Royal Women's Hospital. Pelvic Floor Unit Outpatient Department
01.2015 - Current

Urogynaecology Nurse /Clinical Research Nurse

The Royal Women's Hospital. Pelvic Floor Unit Outpatient Department
10.2012 - 01.2015

Registered Nurse Bank, PACU

John Fawkner Hospital
02.2007 - 08.2008

Registered Nurse

Frances Perry House
01.2000 - 10.2012

Registered Nurse Bank

Melbourne Private Hospital
01.1999 - 12.1999

Registered Nurse

St Vincent's Hospital
01.1997 - 09.1998

Registered Nurse

St Vincent's Hospital
01.1993 - 01.1997

Registered Nurse

St Vincent's Private Hospital
02.1992 - 01.1993

State Enrolled Nurse

Emily Lenny Nursing Home
02.1990 - 01.1992

Graduate Diploma in Urology And Continence - Nursing

Latrobe University

Bachelor of Applied Science Nursing - Nursing

La Trobe University

Diploma of Applied Science Nursing - Nursing

La Trobe University

State Enrolled Nurse - Nursing

La Trobe University
Georgia Laura Privato