Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans that addressed specific patient needs, resulting in better health outcomes.
Managed budgets effectively by tracking expenditures accurately and adhering strictly to approved financial allocations for each project or initiative undertaken.
Promoted a culture of teamwork within the nursing department, leading to increased collaboration among nurses and improved patient outcomes.
Oversaw staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours, reducing wait times and improving the overall patient experience.
Improved patient care by coordinating interdisciplinary teams and facilitating communication among staff members.
Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development through regular feedback sessions and educational workshops.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Senior Receptionist / Head Nurse
Gungahlin Veterinary Surgery
02.2010 - 04.2020
Reception administration duties
Eftpos transactions
Telephone communications
Open and closing workplace
Reconciliation of register
Customer service
Computer appointment scheduling
Orientation of new staff with routine administrative processes
Active participant with routine staff meetings
Veterinary Nurse duties
Conduct Puppy Pre-School education classes
Retail (Shoe warehouse)
Brand Depot
01.2007 - 01.2010
Open and closing business procedures
Customer service
Reconciliation of register
Work unsupervised
Telephone/administration duties
Casually on weekends whilst at school/college
Pets Paradise
01.2006 - 01.2007
Customer service & Retail duties
Animal handling / grooming
Register reconciliation
Open and closing business procedures
Work unsupervised
Telephone/administration duties
Education
Year 12 High school certificate - undefined
Year 10 High school certificate - undefined
Diploma - Practice Management
Canberra Institute of Tech
Canberra, ACT
06.2024
Certificate IV - Vet Nurse
Canberra Institute of Tech
Canberra, ACT
07.2010
Skills
Reception administration tasks
High quality customer/client service
Computer appointment scheduling
Reconciliation of register
Money transactions / eftpos
Telephone skills
Organisation skills / multitasking
Retail
Communication between internal and external stakeholders
Developing solid working relationships with colleagues of various levels and skills
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point presentations and Internet operations
Vet nurse duties
Grief counselling
De-escalate situations and reporting incidents to management