Heather Lahela Aunins
Maclean,NSW
Summary
Registered Nurse
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Residential Aged Care Facilities
United Protestant Association
06.2025 - 11.2025
- 20 beds -10 beds memory loss unit
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and disease prevention techniques.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing team efficiency and improving patient care standards.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
RN Residential Aged Care Facilities
Mareeba Residential Aged Care
06.2024 - 11.2024
- 110 beds – 10 beds memory loss unit
- Developed and implemented nursing protocols that improved workflow efficiency in clinical settings.
- Conducted assessments to identify patient needs and tailor individualized care plans accordingly.
- 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.
- 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.
RN Residential Aged Care Facilities
Whiddon Group
01.2010 - 01.2021
- 50 beds – 10 beds memory loss unit
Education
Bachelor of Social Science - psychology
Western Sydney University
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
Western Sydney University
Graduate Certificate of Aged Management - undefined
Edith Cowan University
01.2026
Skills
- Expert in wound care management
- Medication management
- Medication dispensing
- Thorough patient assessments
- Patient care coordination
- Documentation proficiency
Affiliations
- Australian College of Nursing
- NSW Nurses & Midwives Association
Certification
- AHPRA No. NMW0001584928 (expiry 2026-05-31)
- Drivers License: NSW. Class C. No. 2161CF (expiry 2029-06-05)
Hobbies
Gardening, painting, ocean swimming
Timeline
RN Residential Aged Care Facilities
United Protestant Association
06.2025 - 11.2025
RN Residential Aged Care Facilities
Mareeba Residential Aged Care
06.2024 - 11.2024
RN Residential Aged Care Facilities
Whiddon Group
01.2010 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
Western Sydney University
Graduate Certificate of Aged Management - undefined
Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Social Science - psychology
Western Sydney University