Hailee Thorne
Frankston
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable Registered Nurse with diverse experience in emergency, mental health, acute, perioperative, and community health settings. Expertise in patient assessment, recognizing clinical deterioration, and delivering safe, evidence-based care in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to build rapport with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams through strong communication skills. Demonstrates confidence in both independent and collaborative work while maintaining a calm and organized approach under pressure.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Peninsula Health
Frankston, VIC
06.2025 - Current
- Employed on a casual basis.
- Regularly work in Frankston emergency department.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient conditions, documenting vital signs and changes in health status consistently.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and health promotion practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse – Operating Theatre (Anaesthetics & PACU)
Healthscope
Wantirna, VIC
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted anaesthetists with induction, maintenance, and emergence from anaesthesia.
- Prepared and checked anaesthetic equipment, medications, and airway devices.
- Monitored patients intra-and post-operatively, recognising and responding to clinical deterioration.
- Delivered post-anaesthetic care including pain & symptom management, wound care, airway & invasive device management and haemodynamic stabilisation.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments and maintained accurate documentation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.
- Maintained infection control standards and adhered to theatre protocols.
Registered Nurse / Support Coordinator
Peninsula Health
Frankston, VIC
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed a caseload independently in a remote work environment, coordinating supports in line with NDIS plans.
- Conducted client consultations via telehealth and home visits to assess needs and goals.
- Developed and implemented personalised support plans to enhance client independence and wellbeing.
- Coordinated services and liaised with providers, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted supports to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation and compliance with NDIS guidelines.
- Effectively prioritised workload and managed scheduling autonomously.
- Supported clients with complex needs (high physical support needs, mental health, child protection, homelessness, substance misuse disorder, etc.)
- Crisis management and problem-solving in challenging situations.
- Advocated for clients to access appropriate services and funding
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Peninsula Health
Frankston, VIC
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided care across multiple ED streams including acute, resuscitation, paediatrics, mental health, fast track, and short stay units
- Performed rapid patient assessment and prioritisation in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment
- Recognised and responded to clinical deterioration, including providing basic life support to both adult and paediatric patients.
- Administered medications including nurse-initiated therapies in accordance with protocols
- Key competencies: IV cannulation, Nurse initiated medication and pathology ordering, Nitrous oxide administration.
- Delivered patient-centred care while managing challenging behaviours and acute mental health presentations
- Acted as acute team leader and waiting room nurse, coordinating patient flow and supporting junior staff
Registered Nurse – Graduate Nurse Program
Peninsula Health
Frankston, VIC
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Completed a structured graduate program across acute medical (COVID-positive), palliative care, and sub-acute neurological rehabilitation settings
- Delivered safe, patient-centred care to diverse patient populations with varying acuity and complex needs
- Performed comprehensive assessments, medication administration, and care planning
- Developed skills in managing acute deterioration, chronic illness, and end-of-life care
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support patient recovery, comfort, and discharge planning
- Built strong clinical judgement, time management, and communication skills in fast-paced environments
- Gained experience in managing COVID-positive patients and infection control in acute care settings
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care and supported patients and families through palliative journeys
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse - Emergency Department
Peninsula Health
Frankston, VIC
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Performed clinical procedures within scope including vital sign monitoring, ECG recording and interpretation, telemetry, venepuncture & IV cannulation, and wound care
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians in high-pressure emergency settings.
- Supported management of acutely unwell patients across ED streams including acute, fast track, paediatrics, mental health and short stay areas
- Recognised and escalated clinical deterioration promptly to the RN or medical team
- Contributed to patient flow, documentation, and effective multidisciplinary communication
- Gained experience supporting resuscitation and emergency responses under RN/medical supervision
- Assisted in caring for patients with mental health presentations and behavioural escalation
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse - Workforce Bureau
Peninsula Health
Frankston, VIC
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Provided nursing care across a broad range of acute and sub-acute clinical settings on a rotating relief basis
- Adapted rapidly to multiple inpatient units including medical, surgical, orthopaedics, neurology, renal, respiratory, cardiology, urology, geriatric, rehabilitation, and palliative care services
- Supported care delivery in mental health settings including acute adult and aged psychiatric inpatient units
- Delivered patient-centred care across emergency departments (Frankston and Rosebud) and Acuity Response Team (ART) support
- Assisted with clinical care, observation, escalation of deterioration, and multidisciplinary communication across diverse wards
- Maintained safe practice by quickly integrating into varying team structures, policies, and workflows across the organisation
- Contributed to continuity of care by maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring effective handover between clinical areas
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse - Rehab Ward
Healthecare
Noble Park, VIC
08.2014 - 09.2016
- Provided comprehensive nursing care within a mixed sub-acute ward including fast- and slow-stream rehabilitation and palliative care patients
- Delivered holistic, patient-centred care supporting recovery, functional improvement, and end-of-life needs
- Performed comprehensive assessments, care planning, medication administration, and coordination of multidisciplinary care
- Managed complex patients with multiple comorbidities in a rehabilitation and sub-acute setting
- Supported patient and family education to facilitate rehabilitation goals and discharge planning
- Acted as a clinical resource within scope, supporting staff education and best practice adherence
- Aseptic technique assessor
- PICC line trainer
- Skilled in central venous access care principles and infection prevention practices
Personal Care Assistant
ACSAG Aged Care
Brighton, VIC
2012 - 09.2016
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance client well-being.
- Monitored clients' health conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Education
Charles Darwin University
01-2021
Diploma of Nursing -
Chisholm Institute
01-2014
Skills
- Rapid patient assessment and recognition of clinical deterioration across acute and sub-acute settings
- Emergency and resuscitation support in high-acuity environments including ED and perioperative care
- IV cannulation, venepuncture, ECG acquisition/interpretation, and VBG analysis
- Safe medication administration including nurse-initiated medications and paediatric dosing
- Experience across ED, anaesthetics/PACU, medical, surgical, mental health, rehabilitation, and palliative care
- Management of acute behavioural disturbances and mental health presentations (RISC trained)
- Aseptic technique, wound care, and infection prevention and control practices
- Clinical leadership including patient flow coordination and team support in ED settings
- Education and training experience as aseptic technique assessor and PICC line trainer
- Strong communication, multidisciplinary collaboration, and adaptability across multiple clinical environments
Certification
Registered Nurse – AHPRA (NMW0001910534)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Peninsula Health
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse – Operating Theatre (Anaesthetics & PACU)
Healthscope
06.2024 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse / Support Coordinator
Peninsula Health
03.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Peninsula Health
06.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse – Graduate Nurse Program
Peninsula Health
05.2021 - 06.2022
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse - Emergency Department
Peninsula Health
08.2017 - 05.2021
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse - Workforce Bureau
Peninsula Health
09.2016 - 08.2017
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse - Rehab Ward
Healthecare
08.2014 - 09.2016
Personal Care Assistant
ACSAG Aged Care
2012 - 09.2016
Charles Darwin University
Diploma of Nursing -
Chisholm Institute