Jane Hamilton
Happy Valley,Australia
Summary
As a dedicated and highly skilled clinical nurse with 27 years of experience in surgical nursing, I am eager to bring leadership, organisational, and patient care expertise to the Associate Nurse Unit Manager role in DOSA at Flinders Medical Centre. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in patient care, a passion for mentoring staff and a drive for implementing evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes. In my current role as Clinical Nurse in the DOSA unit, I have taken on leadership responsibilities including leading the education portfolio, implementation of extensive Infection Prevention and Control quality improvement initiatives to improve Standard 3 outcomes within DOSA, mentoring new staff and overseeing daily operations which have prepared me to excel in a management role. I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to contribute further to DOSA’s mission by fostering a collaborative team environment, streamlining processes, and delivering exceptional patient care.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse
Flinders Medical Centre
10.2020 - Current
- Provide comprehensive, evidence-based care to patients, including assessments, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing interventions
- Administer medications, perform treatments, and operate equipment whilst adhering to policies and protocols
- Monitor patient progress and document in EMR in timely manner
- Escalation of care utilising Deteriorating patient pathways and MET input when required
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, procedures and post-discharge care to promote health and prevent complications
- Serve as a preceptor to junior staff and nursing students, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices
- Complete quality improvement projects and initiatives including compliance audits to enhance patient safety and care standards
- Attend Infection Control monthly meetings and SAPOM Infection Control Working Group bi-monthly meetings and report back to DOSA staff at Tier-1 huddle
- Plan and facilitate education sessions for all staff members on topics deemed relevant to DOSA procedures and post-operative care needs
Registered Nurse Level 1
Flinders Medical Centre
08.2011 - 10.2020
- Care for General Surgical, Vascular and Urology patients
- Provision of medical care to patients according to their medical/surgical needs
- Assess and prioritise individual patient outcomes
- Medication administration following '5 rights' protocol
- Assessment of complex wounds and care planning for best patient outcomes
- Ensuring safety and risk assessments performed prior to discharge to facilitate smooth transition from hospital to outpatient setting
- Liaise with RMO/Registrars/Consultants/MDT in order to achieve optimal patient care
- Be available to transition to different areas of the hospital on an as needed basis
- Provide emergency medical care to deteriorating patients as per RADAR criteria and facilitate MET calls when suitable
- Provide information and support to patients and family members regarding condition, prognosis and treatment programmes
- Shift coordination and facilitation of MDT bi-weekly meetings
- Mentoring of less experienced staff and nursing students to provide best practice nursing care
- Participation in staff education sessions and contribution to updates on evidence-based practice
Registered Nurse Level 1 (Casual Pool)
Calvary Public Hospital
03.2010 - 04.2011
- Support to a range of wards including Day Surgery/Emergency Department and Surgical Rehabilitation
- Provision of direct care to patients with acute and chronic conditions, performing assessments, medication administration and wound care
- Follow direct instructions from Consultant Physicians and Surgeons
- Accurately document assessments, care plans and outcomes
- Provide information and support to patients and family members regarding condition and treatment programmes
Registered Nurse Level 1 4th Floor
St Andrews Hospital
01.2006 - 03.2010
- General Surgical and Orthopaedics
- Discharge Coordination including relieving in Level 3 position facilitating discharge needs of all hospital inpatients
- Provide medical care to patients according to their medical/surgical needs
- Assessment of patients and prioritisation of care
- Follow direct instructions from Consultant Physicians and Surgeons
- Accurately document assessments, care plans and outcomes
- Monitor patients for signs of deterioration and undertake interventions as required
- Provide information and support to patients and family members regarding condition, and treatment outcomes
Registered Nurse Level 1 (Casual Pool)
Seymour District Memorial Hospital
05.2003 - 04.2005
- Provide medical care under instruction from local GP's and visiting surgeons
- Care for emergency room patients and assessment of need for medical intervention
- Assist midwives and doctors in the case of imminent childbirth
- Provide community education and assist in the running of the needle exchange programme
Registered Nurse Level 1 Graduate Nurse Programme
St Andrews Hospital
03.1997 - 05.2003
- Oncology/General Surgery and Orthopaedics
- Provide medical care to patients according to their medical/surgical needs
- Assess patients and prioritise care
- Consult senior nursing staff when required for clinical decision-making assistance
- Follow direct instructions from Consultant Physicians and Surgeons
- Accurately document assessments, care plans and outcomes
- Provide information and support to patients and family members regarding condition, and treatment outcomes
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Flinders University of South Australia
01.1996
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Active Listening
- Conflict Mediation
- Collaboration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Clinical Decision Making
- Task Delegation
- Adaptability
- Staff Support
- Empathy
- Organisational Skills
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Integrity
- Accountability
- Emotional Intelligence
- Self-Awareness
- Strategic Thinking
- Goal Setting
- Change Implementation
- Resilience
- Advocacy
- Patient-Centered Focus
- Technology
- Microsoft Office
- EMR
Certification
- Infection Control Link Nurse (ICLN)
- Aseptic Technique (AT) assessor and auditor
- Hand Hygiene assessor and auditor (accredited with National Hand Hygiene Initiative (NHHI)
- DOSA Influenza Vaccine lead
- Endorsed Immunisation Nurse
- IV Cannulation
- Application and Management of Vacuum Dressings
Nursespecialisationcourses
- Understanding Vaccines and the National Vaccine Program
- Shift Coordination
- Complex Wound Closure Techniques
- Challenges of the Diabetic Foot
- Team MET Workshop
- Crucial Conversations
- Advanced Wound Care
- Hand Hygiene Auditor certification with NHII
Membershipsandaffiliations
- Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, Registered with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, 01/01/97, Present
- South Australian Society of Vascular Nurses (SASVN), 02/01/17, Present
- South Australian Perioperative Nurses Association (SAPNA), 02/01/21, Present
References
- Brenda Mazurke, Nurse Unit Manager, DOSA unit Flinders Medical Centre, 8204 7383, brenda.mazurke@sa.gov.au
- Alyssa Crase, Nurse Unit Manager, Ward 6C Flinders Medical Centre, 8204 4312, alyssa.crase@sa.gov.au
Introduction
As a dedicated and highly skilled clinical nurse with 27 years of experience in surgical nursing, I am eager to bring my leadership, organisational, and patient care expertise to the Associate Nurse Unit Manager role in DOSA at Flinders Medical Centre. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in patient care, a passion for mentoring staff and a drive for implementing evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes. In my current role as Clinical Nurse in the DOSA unit, I have taken on leadership responsibilities including leading the education portfolio, implementation of extensive Infection Prevention and Control quality improvement initiatives to improve Standard 3 outcomes within DOSA, mentoring new staff and overseeing daily operations which have prepared me to excel in a management role. I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to contribute further to DOSA’s mission by fostering a collaborative team environment, streamlining processes, and delivering exceptional patient care.
Timeline
Clinical Nurse
Flinders Medical Centre
10.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse Level 1
Flinders Medical Centre
08.2011 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse Level 1 (Casual Pool)
Calvary Public Hospital
03.2010 - 04.2011
Registered Nurse Level 1 4th Floor
St Andrews Hospital
01.2006 - 03.2010
Registered Nurse Level 1 (Casual Pool)
Seymour District Memorial Hospital
05.2003 - 04.2005
Registered Nurse Level 1 Graduate Nurse Programme
St Andrews Hospital
03.1997 - 05.2003
- Infection Control Link Nurse (ICLN)
- Aseptic Technique (AT) assessor and auditor
- Hand Hygiene assessor and auditor (accredited with National Hand Hygiene Initiative (NHHI)
- DOSA Influenza Vaccine lead
- Endorsed Immunisation Nurse
- IV Cannulation
- Application and Management of Vacuum Dressings
Bachelor of Nursing -
Flinders University of South Australia
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