Jennifer Willows
Summary
Diligent Registered Nurse with solid foundation in patient care and clinical procedures. Proven ability to support healthcare teams and contribute to well-being of patients through precise and compassionate nursing practices. Demonstrated proficiency in critical thinking and patient advocacy.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical
Lismore Base Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Have been in the Team Leader role supporting the NUM in establishing a new medical ward.
- I work closely with the NUM in the day-to-day management of the medical ward.
- I provide clinical support to staff.
- Collaborate with a interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive patient care plans and facilitate safe discharge planning.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a culture of teamwork and collaboration to facilitate optimal patient outcomes.
- Implement nursing strategies for delerium management, including patient care, family education and promote recovery.
Acting Nursing Unit Manager
Lismore Base Hospital
01.2012 - Current
- Lead and managed the nursing teams on the Orthopaedic and Medical wards providing guidance support and performance feedback.
- Coordinate staffing, rostering and resource allocation to meet the unit needs.
- Ensure the provision of safe, effective and patient-centred care.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes
Registered Nurse, Medical
Lismore Base Hospital
03.2014 - 01.2025
- Would regularly be in the Team Leader role supporting the NUM in the day-to-day management of the medical ward.
- Regularly was in the In -Charge role which includes workflow management of the ward,managing staff allocation and clinical priorities.
- Work within a interdisciplinary team to assess, plan,implement and evaluate care to optimise patient outcomes.
- Documented patients progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical records
Registered Nurse, Orthopaedic Unit
Lismore Base Hospital
04.1999 - 03.2014
- With over 10 years experience delivering specialised orthopaedic care which included post-operative management, fracture care and patient rehabilitation.
- Experienced in epidural infusions, PCA and regional nerve block analgesia.
- Administered nursing care to patients with musculoskeletal disorders and degenerative conditions.
- Assess, monitor and support patients experiencing delerium to ensure safety and promote recovery.
- Regularly was in the In-Charge role which includes workflow management of the ward, managing staff allocation and clinical priorities.
Registered Nurse,Orthopaedic Unit
Manly District Hospital
06.1989 - 09.1996
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to reduce the risk of injury among orthopaedic patients during their hospitalization.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Prevented complications by closely monitoring postoperative patients for signs of infection, blood clots, or other issues that may arise after surgery.
- Managed patient caseloads efficiently while prioritizing high-acuity cases in order to provide timely care for all individuals within the unit.
Education
Registered Nurse Student
Mona Vale Hospital
01-1984
High School Diploma -
Stella Maris College
11-1980
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Problem-solving
- Discharge planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Compassionate and caring
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical
Lismore Base Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical
Lismore Base Hospital
03.2014 - 01.2025
Acting Nursing Unit Manager
Lismore Base Hospital
01.2012 - Current
Registered Nurse, Orthopaedic Unit
Lismore Base Hospital
04.1999 - 03.2014
Registered Nurse,Orthopaedic Unit
Manly District Hospital
06.1989 - 09.1996
Registered Nurse Student
Mona Vale Hospital
High School Diploma -
Stella Maris College
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