Jacinta Howell
Summary
Whilst no longer registered as a midwife or Registered Nurse, my 30 years of employment has provided experience and skills to work in a support worker role.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Demonstrates strong communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse/Midwife
Barwon Health University Hospital
02.2006 - 11.2022
- Utilized evidence-based practices when making clinical decisions, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients under my care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care.
- Provided emotional support to families coping with change & fostering resilience during challenging times.
- Advocated for patients rights and needs within the hospital system to promote equitable access to quality services.
- Advocated for patients rights and choices to make informed decisions about care by respecting human autonomy.
- Checked general and mental health and overall comfort of patients.
- Mentored student midwives during clinical rotations to enhance their learning experience within a practical setting.
- Followed professional standards and guidelines by adhering to ethical and legal guidelines and maintaining continued education certifications.
Registered Nurse
Geelong Private Hospital
02.2004 - 02.2006
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- 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.
- 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.
Education
Diploma of Midwifery - Maternity
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC07-2007
Bachelor of Nursing - Bachelor of Nursing
Ballarat University College
Ballarat, VIC06-1992
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Patient care
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Active listening
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse/Midwife
Barwon Health University Hospital
02.2006 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse
Geelong Private Hospital
02.2004 - 02.2006
Diploma of Midwifery - Maternity
Deakin University
Bachelor of Nursing - Bachelor of Nursing
Ballarat University College
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