Jennifer Pobar
Gold Coast/ Palm Beach,QLD
Summary
Dedicated Endoscopy/ Admission/ Scout Nurse with 9 years of Endoscopy and Perioperative experience. Adept at providing compassionate and efficient care and helping doctors in various tasks. Adept at diagnostics and medication administration with extensive knowledge of equipment handling and maintenance. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Hardworking and reliable with strong ability to work in Admissions, Theatre as scout, Endoscopy, Second stage recovery and Stores / logistics. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
ENDORSED ENROLLED NURSE (EEN) ENDOSCOPY & SCOUT
Pindara Day Procedure Centre
Gold Coast/ Benowa, QLD
05.2014 - Current
- Prepared and maintained supplies, equipment and rooms for endoscopy procedures.
- Conducted and documented thorough assessment of each patient's medical status upon admission and throughout patient's course of treatment.
- Organized documentation consent forms, office forms, progress notes and doctor ordered discharge notes.
- Obtained specimens from patients to prepare for ordered laboratory tests.
- Assessed patient to obtain accurate, complete medical history and medication reconciliation.
- Observed patient vital sign to detect delayed recovery or adverse events.
- Educated patient and caregiver on details of procedures and discharge instructions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered oral and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Participated in continuing education programs and workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
- Provided skilled direct nursing care to patients in the Day Surgery department.
- Provided training and supervision to new staff employed within the unit.
- Documented all therapies, including surgery type and surgical tasks taken place to keep patient charts up-to-date.
- Individualized care for each surgical patient by soothing anxieties, checking vital signs and explaining procedures.
- Organized, implemented and appraised perioperative nursing care for each patient throughout entire surgery experience.
- Delivered key information to patients and caregivers to prepare for operations, side effects and expected recovery process.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives and committees to improve patient care, satisfaction and safety.
- Jumped in to perform individual or team functions when short-staffed or advanced nursing situations required.
- Met training objectives by instructing new and prospective nursing staff in clinical skills and organizational procedures.
- Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
- Served as resource to provide comprehensive information on patient care, hospital policies and nursing best practices to newly hired staff
- Cooperated with upper-level management to maintain budget, operations and staff performance objectives.
- Worked collaboratively with nursing and ancillary staff to solve problems fairly.
- Assisted staff to efficiently utilize staffing resources to meet patient care requirements and other professional responsibilities.
- Assured quality of care by developing and interpreting hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care.
- Taught and counseled patients, friends and family to reinforce understanding of disease, medications and self-care skills.
- Performed or approved performance evaluations for all nursing department employees.
- Promoted operation of medical and administrative equipment by verifying emergency equipment availability and completing preventive maintenance requirements.
- Designed strategies to resolve nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improved response and proposed plans to enhance quality and safety initiatives hospital-wide.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Supported surgical team during procedures in a scouting role.
- Prepared operating room for patient procedures and assisted with clean up after procedures.
- Observed, checked and monitored equipment used during surgery to confirm proper operation.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Monitored patient status and treatment progress, reporting observations to physicians.
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Counted surgical instruments and sponges used in procedures upon completion of operations.
- Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
- Delivered exceptional care to patients throughout the entire surgical lifecycle to support positive health outcomes.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Managed patient flow and directed nurses and doctors to ensure medical assignments are completed on time.
- Presented information regarding diagnoses, conditions, illnesses, treatments and outcomes to patients and families in clear, easy-to-understand terminology.
- Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on theatre trolley and in wheelchairs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to administer therapies and maintain continuum of care.
- Communicated with patients and recorded vitals after surgical procedures to evaluate current health status.
- Analyzed patient chart data and identification to verify accurate information.
- Reviewed patient reports for accuracy before release.
TELEHEALTH NURSE TRIAGE CLINICIAN
ASPEN MEDICAL
Gold Coast Palm Beach, QLD
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Rendered telephone advice according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Collected data to represent symptom onset, presenting problem and medical diagnoses.
- Maintained confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and client facility staff.
- Analyzed discussed symptoms with established protocols to determine patient acuity.
- Educated patients relative to health care urgency and community resources available to meet needs.
- Communicated triage information to primary care team to discuss disposition.
- Answered incoming patient calls, gathering history and symptoms to determine scope of medical complaints.
- Documented services discussed and provided details in electronic medical records.
- Cultivated professional conduct operating under triage nursing care guidelines.
- Attended educational workshops to maintain current competency and licensure in nursing specialty.
- Offered medical advice and recommendations based on physician guidance and clinical protocols.
- Answered and responded to incoming calls from patients to assess patient symptoms, determine health status and identify needs.
- Documented symptoms, complaints and issues discussed during calls and actions taken in patient medical records.
- Communicated patient conversations with other care team members for appropriate follow up.
- Rendered telephone advice according to sound base of critical thinking and protocols.
- Documented patient call with detailed progress notes in electronic medical records.
ENDORSED ENROLLED NURSE - COVID VACCINATION NURSE
Covax Australia
Gold Coast/ Coomera, QLD
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Adhered to healthcare documentation protocol in charting patients' progress and updating departmental records using AIR software program QLD Health.
- Routinely performed diagnostic and prognostic exams to evaluate muscle, nerve, joint and functional abilities.
- Learned about new advancements in drawing up, administration and storage of a variety of Covid 19 Vaccines by participating in company trainings and educational events on a weekly basis.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face vaccinating.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Adhered to healthcare processes in drawing up, administering, storing and Patient observing in regards to Covid 19 Vaccination processes.
STORES/LOGISTICS MANAGER
Pindara Day Procedure Centre
Gold Coast/ Benowa, QLD
01.2015 - 02.2022
- Maintained high standards of internal and external customer service.
- Led and managed projects to support logistics efforts and plans.
- Supervised daily management of logistics and stock control.
- Troubleshot and formulated strategies for expected and unanticipated logistics issues.
- Collaborated effectively in cross-functional team-oriented environment.
- Identified and resolved shipping and packaging errors.
- Consistently met company and department objectives within budget and time constraints.
- Developed strong rapport through effective client needs assessment and commitment to top satisfaction levels.
- Utilized ordering, tracking and billing systems and associated processes.
- Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
- Relayed information between drivers and recipients regarding ETA and potential delays.
- Managed multiple small and large-scale projects in cross-functional environment.
- Worked with company leadership to manage information and physical security requirements.
- Managed purchases by making initial assessments, selecting suppliers and meeting support requirements.
- Determined appropriate licensing requirements and product classification for import and export shipments.
- Logged, processed and followed up on merchandise authorization shipments in databases.
- Performed budget management with company leadership, analyzing previous purchases and forecasting future requirements.
- Analyzed operational performance and implemented plans to achieve organizational and financial goals.
- Refined and improved product transport and storage processes.
- Performed needs analysis to determine performance gaps and developed appropriate tactics to resolve issues.
- Saved costs through negotiating contracts with freight companies and suppliers.
- Reduced expenses by securing optimal pricing from third-party logistics providers.
- Implemented ordering, tracking and billing systems and associated processes to streamline procedures.
- Strengthened operational efficiencies by developing organizational filing systems for invoices, customer orders and contract records.
- Reconciled shipment data between multiple systems to maintain alignment.
- Maintained functionality and organization of medical treatment areas and provisions, including equipment maintenance and team leadership.
- Calculated, established and managed modification of authorized stock levels.
- Maintained internal controls and safeguards for revenues, costs, budgets and expenditures.
- Supervised month-end close processes and reconciled treasury transactions.
- Created internal controls and corrective actions to reduce risk or deficiencies.
- Designed and formatted financial reports for internal and external users.
- Managed day-to-day finance operations by working closely with accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll staff to provide direction.
ENDORSED ENROLLED NURSE (EEN) GENERAL PRACTICE
Miami Family Medical Centre
Gold Coast/ Miami, QLD
02.2013 - 05.2014
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to formulate individualized treatment plans to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
- Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Planned, implemented and managed diabetes education programs for hospital patients and community members.
- Supported clients and professional staff by routinely answering questions about diabetes and treatments.
- Provided numerous types of immunizations and contraception choices according to patients' personal needs.
- Provided patients with vaccinations with consideration for dosage requirements, contraindications and possible side effects.
Education
DIPLOMA DIV2 ENDORSED ENROLLED NURSE -
KING'S UNITECH
Burleigh Gold Coast QLD 11.2012
CERTIFICTE II IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
TAFE QLD
Coolangatta Gold Coast QLD 07.2008
DIPLOMA OF CHILDREN'S SERVICES -
KING'S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
Reedy Creek Gold Coast QLD 07.2003
HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -
KING'S CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
Reedy Creek Gold Coast QLD 12.2001
CERTIFICATE III IN CHILDREN'S SERVICES -
KING'S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
Reedy Creek Gold Coast QLD07.2001
DIPLOMA DIV 2 ENDORSED ENROLLED NURSE - Nursing
CURRENT AHPRA REGISTRATION
POLICE CHECK
COVID IMMUNISATION CERTIFICATE
GENERAL IMMUNISATIONS CERTIFICATE
CURRENT VALID PASSPORT
Skills
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Critical Thinking
- Medical Supply Management
- Preventive Healthcare
- Compassionate and Caring
- Creative Problem Solving
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Patient Care Assessment
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient Examination
- Accurate Documentation
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Treatment Preparation
- Nursing Consultation
- Endoscope Maintenance
- Aseptic Techniques
- Medicine Administration
- Emergency Protocols
- Patient Admission
- Infection Control Procedures
- Surgical Assistance
- Student Precepting
- Microsoft Office
- Delegation and Motivation
- Unit Administration
- Medication Administration
- Time Management
- Basic Life Support
- Hand Hygiene Qualified
- QNMU member
- AHPRA Registered
- GENCA Qualified
REFREES
Melanie Apps (Team Leader ASPEN MEDICAL and LEVEl 2 RN PINDARA DAY PROCEDURE CENTRE) 0408 407 102
Vanessa Webb (Endoscopy RN PINDARA DAY PROCEDURE CENTRE) 0423 733 991
Michelle Uwland (RN Anesthetic Nurse at PINDARA DAY PROCEDURE CENTRE and fellow COVAX AUSTRALIA employee) 0433 917 187
Timeline
TELEHEALTH NURSE TRIAGE CLINICIAN
ASPEN MEDICAL
04.2022 - 10.2022
ENDORSED ENROLLED NURSE - COVID VACCINATION NURSE
Covax Australia
10.2021 - 03.2022
STORES/LOGISTICS MANAGER
Pindara Day Procedure Centre
01.2015 - 02.2022
ENDORSED ENROLLED NURSE (EEN) ENDOSCOPY & SCOUT
Pindara Day Procedure Centre
05.2014 - Current
ENDORSED ENROLLED NURSE (EEN) GENERAL PRACTICE
Miami Family Medical Centre
02.2013 - 05.2014
DIPLOMA DIV2 ENDORSED ENROLLED NURSE -
KING'S UNITECH
CERTIFICTE II IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
TAFE QLD
DIPLOMA OF CHILDREN'S SERVICES -
KING'S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -
KING'S CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
CERTIFICATE III IN CHILDREN'S SERVICES -
KING'S INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
DIPLOMA DIV 2 ENDORSED ENROLLED NURSE - Nursing
CURRENT AHPRA REGISTRATION
POLICE CHECK
COVID IMMUNISATION CERTIFICATE
GENERAL IMMUNISATIONS CERTIFICATE
CURRENT VALID PASSPORT
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