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Jacquie Austin

Willoughby,NSW

Summary

Experienced Practice Nurse with a proven track record at Sydney Shoulder Specialists, excelling in comprehensive patient management and education. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and collaborative teamwork, enhancing patient adherence and safety. Skilled in patient triage, education, long term management of complex shoulder issues including amputation, infection and co-morbidities in order to maximise patient outcomes and quality of life.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Practice Nurse

Sydney Shoulder Specialists
03.2017 - Current
  • Delivered comprehensive patient assessments and developed tailored care plans.
  • Utilized electronic health records systems effectively for accurate data entry, retrieval, and communication among healthcare team members.
  • Educated patients about prescribed medications'' proper use and potential side effects for increased adherence rates and safety measures taken into account.
  • Provided compassionate support to patients during medical procedures, alleviating anxiety and discomfort.
  • Optimized patient flow within the practice by coordinating room assignments and managing waitlists efficiently.
  • Evaluated, implemented, and designed tailored health care plans specific to patient needs and concerns.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.

Nurse Educator

Mater Hospital North Sydney
04.2008 - Current
  • Facilitated educational sessions for nursing staff to enhance clinical competencies.
  • Assisted in developing training materials aligned with current healthcare practices.
  • Supported implementation of evidence-based practices within nursing curriculum.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess training needs and program effectiveness.
  • Continued work on Quality projects for local department and hospital wide
  • Contributed to orientation programs for new nurses, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Provided feedback on instructional methods to improve teaching strategies and learner outcomes.
  • Assessed competency levels among nursing staff, identifying areas of improvement for targeted interventions.
  • Established a supportive learning environment by providing guidance and mentorship to nursing staff.
  • Increased collaboration among nursing staff, promoting shared decision-making and improved patient outcomes through targeted educational initiatives.
  • Served as a subject matter expert in clinical practice areas, offering specialized instruction to enhance skill sets among nurses.
  • Improved patient safety by designing and conducting simulation exercises that strengthened nurses'' critical thinking skills.
  • Streamlined orientation processes for new hires, ensuring timely integration into clinical settings.

Education

Certificate IV TAE -

TAFE Queensland, QLD
01-2019

Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing, Ortho -

College of Nursing, Burwood
01-2009

Masters of Nursing - Nursing

University of Sydney
12-2007

Bachelor of Biomedical Science in Forensic Biology -

University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, NSW
01-2005

Skills

  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Infection control protocols
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Clinical wound treatment experience
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Comprehensive patient management
  • Understanding and compassion
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Patient monitoring
  • Team coordination
  • Patient education and counseling

Interests

  • Cooking
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • I enjoy walking, running, pilates, swimming, yoga and strength training for overall physical and mental well-being
  • I am also a qualified personal trainer and utilise this knowledge in my nursing care
  • Baking
  • Music
  • Reading
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Mindfulness Practices

Timeline

Practice Nurse - Sydney Shoulder Specialists
03.2017 - Current
Nurse Educator - Mater Hospital North Sydney
04.2008 - Current
TAFE Queensland - Certificate IV TAE,
College of Nursing - Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing, Ortho,
University of Sydney - Masters of Nursing, Nursing
University of Technology Sydney - Bachelor of Biomedical Science in Forensic Biology,

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