Jacinta Smith
Ulverstone,TAS
Summary
Registered Nurse with [Number] years of experience in direct patient care and nursing management positions in hospital settings. Experience spans across behavioral and mental health, ICU, CCU and med-surgical environments. Passionate about providing programs and services in support of growth and healing for patients with mental health issues. Active listener with direct communication style and compassionate, non-judgmental approach to build patient trust and rapport. Outside-the-box thinker with strong crisis resolution skills. Committed professional well-versed in collecting and analyzing data to evaluate interventions and programs. Skilled in creating and maintaining accurate patient records and medical documentation. Creates positive, collaborative working environment with colleagues and other healthcare providers to support delivery of optimal patient care Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Consultant
Specialist Palliative Care Service NW
05.2023 - Current
- Initiated care plan and actualized appropriate interventions and treatment.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to devise and manage individualized plans of care.
- Interacted effectively with department managers to promptly correct problems and improve services.
- Evaluated nursing staff's performance and developed education programs and professional development opportunities to improve individual and team competencies, clinical knowledge and delivery of care.
- Oversaw & implemented education and training, staffing and education of all nurses on medical ward.
- Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Sought opportunities to improve patient care, outcomes and nursing staff performance.
- Educated patients and families on treatment, expected outcomes and discharge instructions, serving as advisory resource to patients and families to facilitate recovery.
- Documented all aspects of care following facility and Medicare standards, creating accurate patient records of all interactions and interventions to sustain continuity of care.
- Advocated for patients' physical, psychosocial, developmental, spiritual and emotional needs during planning.
- Conducted rounds with physicians, advising physicians on patients' conditions and assisting in coordinating diagnostic testing and follow up appointments to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided comprehensive care to patients in palliative card unit.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Specialist Palliative Care Service NW
12.2021 - Current
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight, and height measurements and vital signs.
- Provided counseling to patients and families and referred patients to other treatment facilities.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to devise and manage individualized plans of care.
- Educated patients and families on treatment, expected outcomes and discharge instructions, serving as advisory resource to patients and families to facilitate recovery.
- Supported patient self-advocacy within family relationships and during treatment plans.
- Advocated for patients' physical, psychosocial, developmental, spiritual and emotional needs during planning.
- Performed head-to-toe physical assessments, prioritizing treatment and delegating assignments to maintain patient flows.
- Interacted effectively with department managers to promptly correct problems and improve services.
- Provided comprehensive care to patients in community setting.
Community Palliative Nurse
Ballarat Hospice
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator
Ballarat Health Services
11.2012 - 11.2020
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Gandarra Palliative Care Unit
02.2009 - 11.2012
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Ballarat
Ballarat, VIC10.2021
Post Graduate Certificate - Education
University of Ballarat
Ballarat, VIC11.2014
Skills
- Clinical Issues Understanding
- Patient Advocacy
- Professional Development
- Clinical Judgment
- Medication Administration
- Blood Product Transfusion
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Consultant
Specialist Palliative Care Service NW
05.2023 - Current
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Specialist Palliative Care Service NW
12.2021 - Current
Community Palliative Nurse
Ballarat Hospice
11.2020 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator
Ballarat Health Services
11.2012 - 11.2020
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Gandarra Palliative Care Unit
02.2009 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Ballarat
Post Graduate Certificate - Education
University of Ballarat
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