Hannah Spedding
Melbourne,Victoria
Summary
Enthusiastic Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Alfred Health, enhancing patient care through expert care delivery, particularly in wound management, the management of post-operative patients and effective communication strategies. Adept at mentoring new staff and leading by example, I bring a unique blend of technical proficiency in skills such as VAC application and a compassionate approach to patient interactions, significantly improving team performance and patient outcomes. I am a keen learner and always looking to broaden my knowledge and skills, taking part in education when able. I bring positivity and energy to the ward with my bubbly personality and pride myself on my communication skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Alfred Centre Short Stay.- Alfred Health
02.2023 - Current
- 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. I am also SCAM accredited within my ward.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care. I often preceptor students completing their undergraduate programme and I have been part of the new "coaching model" rolled out throughout the Alfred health in 2024.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery. With particular interest in wound care and urology nursing I have taken part in study days in these areas. I am also thyroid trained to care for our Thyroidectomy patients.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Encouraged and facilitated social events outside of the ward to bring staff moral up to bring positivity within the workplace.
Registered Nurse
Bay Of Plenty District Health Board
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed a patient load of 6-8 patients each shift.
- Maintaining infection prevention and health and safety concerns through the global pandemic of Covid-19.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, escalating to appropriate teams and initiating interventions when necessary. Using these assessments to prioritize nursing care based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses. This included infusions such as GIK infusions for diabetic patients, patient controlled analgesia infusions, Heparin and iloprost infusions, and amiodarone infusions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery, particularly for our Maori patients utilising Te Titiriti o Waitangi.
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries. For example, the management and application of VAC therapy.
- Management, care, and documentation of lines and devices such as pigtail drains, redivac drains, catheters including continuous bladder irrigations, and the insertion of nasogastric tubes.
Registered Nurse
Poutiri Trust
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Nasopharangeal PCR swabbing for Covid-19 pandemic for 100+ members of the public daily in an outdoor, community setting.
- As the only registered nurse on site each day, It was my responsibility to conduct thorough assessments of people presenting for Covid-19 PCR swabs, determining whether or not further treatment/ assessment needed to be completed in a hospital/ acute setting.
- PPE and infection control: Preventing the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper Covid-19 practices.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and privacy whilst being in such a public location. Including laboratory requirements and correct labelling in compliance with the Ministry of Health NZ.
Theatre Health Care Assistant
Bay Of Plenty District Health Board
06.2019 - 10.2021
- Moving patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with manual handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery and maintaining a sterile environment and equipment.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols until professional help arrived onsite.
- Played an active role in delivering holistic care that addressed not only physical but also emotional well-being of patients under my supervision, particularly working in theatre where patients anxieties and stresses are heightened.
- Training new staff members, providing education and guidance in accordance with hospital policies and protocols.
- Communicated effectively with all specialties of the Peri-operative department including Anaesthetics, surgeons, nursing staff and management to create prompt work flow and safety for all patients both acute and elective.
- Safe handling and disposal of specimens and samples.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Tauranga, New Zealand11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Theatre
Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology
Christchurch, New Zealand11.2013
Skills
- PIVC insertion accredited
- Wound Care- VAC application accredited
- Preceptor/Coach for undergrads and New Graduate Nurses
- SCAM accredited
- Thyroid Trained
- "Urology Champion" team
- Social Chairwoman for ACSS
- Communication for safety unit standard participant
- Epidural management trained
- Proficient in insertion of Wide bore Nasogastric tubes
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Alfred Centre Short Stay.- Alfred Health
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Bay Of Plenty District Health Board
01.2022 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse
Poutiri Trust
10.2021 - 02.2022
Theatre Health Care Assistant
Bay Of Plenty District Health Board
06.2019 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Theatre
Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology
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