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Jayne MacNicol

Tartrus Station, Marlborough,QLD

Summary

I am a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse. I am able to quickly adapt to changing situations and communicate well. I work well with diverse patient populations and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

QLD Health - Collinsville Multipurpose Hospital
11.2008 - 02.2019
  • Collinsville is a Multipurpose Hospital, it has 8 permanent aged care beds, 8 general ward beds and 2 emergency triage rooms. Being the RN involved being in charge of all patients and residents in the hospital and effectively communicating and working with the Enrolled Nurse & AIN.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying the general physician on call and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

Graduate Registered Nurse

Queensland Health - Rockhampton Base Hospital
01.2008 - 11.2008
  • Rural & Remote Graduate Program
  • Rotation between Emergency, Medical, Surgical, Pediatric Wards and Rural Hospitals (Mt Morgan & Collinsville)
  • IV cannulation, Suturing and plastering competency's were achieved through the Rural and Remote Graduate Program.
  • Delivered culturally competent care tailored to meet diverse needs of the patient population served within the facility.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide optimal patient care.

Registered Nurse, Float Pool

Queensland Health - Rockhampton Base Hospital
11.2007 - 01.2008
  • Strengthened relationships between nursing teams across various units through regular collaboration on shared float pool initiatives and projects.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming nurses, ensuring continuity of care.

Assistant In Nursing

Queensland Health - North Rockhampton Nursing Home
06.2005 - 11.2007
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.

Education

Maternity Emergency Care - Nursing

Royal College of Nursing Australia
02.2012

Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support Advanced Provider -

Australian College of Emergency Medicine
10.2010

Bachelor of Nursing - Registered Nurse

Central Queensland University
Rockhampton, QLD
11.2007

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessment
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Maintaining privacy

Timeline

Registered Nurse

QLD Health - Collinsville Multipurpose Hospital
11.2008 - 02.2019

Graduate Registered Nurse

Queensland Health - Rockhampton Base Hospital
01.2008 - 11.2008

Registered Nurse, Float Pool

Queensland Health - Rockhampton Base Hospital
11.2007 - 01.2008

Assistant In Nursing

Queensland Health - North Rockhampton Nursing Home
06.2005 - 11.2007

Maternity Emergency Care - Nursing

Royal College of Nursing Australia

Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support Advanced Provider -

Australian College of Emergency Medicine

Bachelor of Nursing - Registered Nurse

Central Queensland University
Jayne MacNicol