Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Referee 1
Referee 2
Timeline
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Jacqueline Beresford RN

Jacqueline Beresford RN

Wamberal,NSW

Summary

Experienced Registered Nurse with a proven track record in patient assessment, medication administration, and regulatory compliance. Skilled in fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care and drive quality improvement initiatives.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

CCLHD
Gosford, NSW
01.2005 - Current
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and assisted with medical procedures.
  • Facilitated clear communication among multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive patient care and timely interventions.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualised treatment plans for each patient.
  • Facilitated effective communication among team members to enhance patient care and ensure cohesive treatment strategies.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordered, and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.

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Clinical Nurse Specialist

CCLHD
Gosford, NSW
02.2014 - 12.2020
  • Mentored junior nursing staff in advanced clinical practices and procedures.
  • Evaluated clinical policies to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Provided clinical expertise and support to nurses on a variety of patient care issues.

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Clinical Nurse Educator

CCLHD
Gosford, NSW
01.2010 - 12.2013
  • Developed and implemented educational programs for nursing staff on best practices.
  • Facilitated workshops to enhance clinical skills and knowledge among nurses.
  • Evaluated nursing competencies through assessments and feedback sessions.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to improve patient care protocols and procedures.
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to new clinical nurse educators within the facility.
  • Advised nursing staff on best practices for providing safe, high quality patient care.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Rural Remote Nursing

Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSW
05-2004

Certificate 1V Adult Learning

Central Coast Local Health Network
Gosford, NSW

Post Graduate in Advanced Nursing Practice

College of Nursing
Sydney, NSW

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Clinical documentation
  • Patient education
  • Quality improvement
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Following current hospital policy

Experience in the following areas related to intravenous access lines and devices

- Central Lines Management

- Portacath access and management

- Peripheral Venous Access

- Blood collection and pathology

- Aseptic Technique

- Indications for IV access

- Contraindications

- Preparation

- Equipment checklist

- Technique/steps

- Complications and escalating

- Post-procedure checklist

- Pitfalls and Troubleshooting

Accomplishments

Awarded 20 years of Nursing Experience, 2025 CCLHN

Referee 1

Carol Pont ADON, Gosford Hospital

(After-Hours Director of Nursing)

email: carol.pont@health.nsw.gov.au

Mobile: 048-401-9688.

Referee 2

Angela Howarth RN.

Long-term employer NUM

Medical Division, CCLHN

email: angela.howarth@health.nsw.gov.au

Mobile: 047-683-6696

Timeline

Clinical Nurse Specialist

CCLHD
02.2014 - 12.2020

Clinical Nurse Educator

CCLHD
01.2010 - 12.2013

Registered Nurse

CCLHD
01.2005 - Current

Bachelor of Nursing - Rural Remote Nursing

Charles Sturt University

Certificate 1V Adult Learning

Central Coast Local Health Network

Post Graduate in Advanced Nursing Practice

College of Nursing
Jacqueline Beresford RN