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Jane Pryor

Melbourne

Summary

As a dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialist with nearly 10 years of experience across multiple specialties, I am eager to transition into a teaching role. My passion for emergency nursing, coupled with my extensive clinical background has equipped me with a deep understanding of patient care, critical thinking, and evidence-based practice. Over the past 5 years, I have honed my skills in high-pressure environments, developing expertise in emergency care while fostering collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams. I am now looking to leverage my clinical experience by teaching and mentor the next generation of nursing professionals, contributing to academic excellence and advancing nursing practice.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Nurse Specialist Emergency Department

Maroondah Hospital
01.2023 - Current
  • In 2023, upon my reclassification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, I assumed a senior role within the Emergency Department (ED), where I took on responsibility for the portfolios of Organ Donation and Forensic Blood Collection. In this capacity, I have led regular educational sessions for up to 30 staff members, ensuring they are up-to-date with critical protocols and practices. Additionally, I conduct smaller, focused training sessions to enhance skills related to these portfolios and other nursing competencies, fostering continuous professional development within the team.

Critical Care RN, Emergency Department

Maroondah Hospital
02.2022 - Current
  • Critical care of critically deteriorating patients
  • Advanced Life support Adult/Pediatrics
  • Intubation and advanced airway management
  • Chest drain insertion
  • Artline /CVC insertion preparation and monitoring
  • Mechanical ventilation
  • Elective cardioversion
  • Triage

Registered Nurse in Emergency Department

Maroondah Hospital
02.2021 - Current
  • Accurately performing patient assessments
  • Early detection of the disease process
  • Daily administration of S8/S11 drugs – PO/IV/IMI
  • Excellent infection control procedures
  • Prioritization of patient care
  • Experience working in High Acuity monitors with critically unwell patients
  • Completed a 6 month intensive TSP to specialise in this area

Registered Nurse

- Stroke/ Neurology/ Endocrine/ Vascular, Box Hill Hospital
03.2020 - 02.2021
  • Care for patients within the Acute Stroke Unit
  • Care for neurology patients with acute confusion and loss of function
  • Confidently complete accurate neuro observations
  • Administer various infusions for patients with Neurological conditions
  • Care of the patient pre and post limb amputation and vascular stenosis
  • Administration of insulin infusion for endocrine patients

Registered Nurse - COVID – 19 Ward (9.2)

Box Hill Hospital
03.2020 - 05.2020
  • 9.2 became the first COVID – 19 ward of in the Eastern Suburbs. This fast paced ward included the roles of:
  • Care of positive and suspected COVID -19 patients
  • Competently conducting respiratory assessments
  • Detecting signs of early deterioration

Registered Nurse Palliative Care

Wantirna Health
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Care of the dying patient and emotional care of relatives
  • Discussing end of life pathway with patients and relatives
  • Detecting deterioration in palliative patients
  • Drug administration through syringe driver
  • Support and guidance for patients and family members

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Maroondah Hospital, Inpatient Unit 2
08.2017 - 09.2019
  • Assess and aid in diagnosis and treatment of individuals with psychiatric disorders
  • Identify risk factors
  • Competently completing mental health assessments
  • Promoting and supporting mental health recovery
  • Administrating medication

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Clovelly Collage
07.2016 - 07.2017
  • Care of elderly residents with various health concerns
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care management

Volunteer

Good Shepard Primary School
02.2016 - 07.2016
  • Assisted with school events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve health program needs.
  • Gained knowledge on common paediatric presentations within the school community
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

Education

Masters of Advanced Clinical Nursing -

Monash University
01.2024

Graduate Certificate of Advanced Clinical Nursing - undefined

Monash University
01.2023

Bachelor of Nursing - undefined

Australian Catholic University (ACU)
01.2019

Enrolled Nursing - undefined

Australian Catholic University (ACU-COM)
01.2016

Skills

  • Proven ability to be a team leader and shift manager in the Emergency Department
  • Strong collaboration and adaptability within high pace environments
  • Advanced skills in conducting comprehensive, holistic patient assessments
  • Timely, accurate triage decision-making, grounded in clinical acumen and experience
  • Excellent and clear communication with peers, patients and families
  • Active participation and leadership in critical emergencies with involvement in airway and circulatory management
  • Accurate and detailed documentation
  • Regular staff development through in services and clinical simulations

Certification

Throughout my career, I have actively pursued ongoing professional development through a range of in-services and educational seminars, including:

  • Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification
  • Intravenous (IV) Cannulation and associated clinical skills training
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – both online and practical components
  • Maternity Emergency Care (MEC)
  • Clinical modules in PICC line care, intercostal catheter (ICC) management, and advanced wound care
  • Completion of mandatory hospital-wide eLearning modules
  • Deteriorating Patient Recognition and Response workshop
  • Comprehensive Patient Assessment training
  • Diabetes Care and Management course
  • SMARTMOVES manual handling and mobility training
  • Cultural awareness training through Indigenous Health modules
  • Paediatric Emergency Nursing clinical workshop

Timeline

Clinical Nurse Specialist Emergency Department

Maroondah Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Critical Care RN, Emergency Department

Maroondah Hospital
02.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse in Emergency Department

Maroondah Hospital
02.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse

- Stroke/ Neurology/ Endocrine/ Vascular, Box Hill Hospital
03.2020 - 02.2021

Registered Nurse - COVID – 19 Ward (9.2)

Box Hill Hospital
03.2020 - 05.2020

Registered Nurse Palliative Care

Wantirna Health
09.2019 - 03.2020

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Maroondah Hospital, Inpatient Unit 2
08.2017 - 09.2019

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Clovelly Collage
07.2016 - 07.2017

Volunteer

Good Shepard Primary School
02.2016 - 07.2016

Graduate Certificate of Advanced Clinical Nursing - undefined

Monash University

Bachelor of Nursing - undefined

Australian Catholic University (ACU)

Enrolled Nursing - undefined

Australian Catholic University (ACU-COM)

Masters of Advanced Clinical Nursing -

Monash University
Jane Pryor