Experienced and compassionate Medical, Surgical and Acute care registered nurse with a strong clinical background, problem-solving skills, and exceptional patient care. Seeking a role in a dynamic medical surgical facility to provide the highest level of care to patients in need.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Surgical and Medical, Urgent care
Central Highlands Health Kyneton
02.2025 - Current
Provide high-quality nursing care for patients in recovery from a variety of surgical and medical conditions, including general surgery, Scopes and Gynaecology surgery.
Oversee the care cardiac patients at a time, utilising telemetry to monitor heart rhythms, blood pressure, and other vital signs.
Administer medications, IV fluids, and treatments as per physician orders and protocols.
Manage post-operative recovery for patients from a range of specialties, ensuring timely assessments and interventions.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, including surgeons, cardiologists, and specialists, to ensure the best possible outcomes for all patients.
Monitor and manage cardiac telemetry, ensuring early detection of any changes in cardiac rhythm or condition.
Educate patients and families on post-operative care, including wound care, medication management, and lifestyle changes.
Perform patient assessments, including vital signs, wound monitoring, and neurological evaluations, and document findings accurately.
Respond promptly to changes in patient conditions, particularly in emergency situations, and provide immediate care as needed.
Adhere to hospital policies and procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Permanent part-time (Maternity Leave replacement until 2026 February)
Registered Nurse Orthopedics, Neurology and stroke Rehabilitation wards
Grace Mackellar Centre Geelong and CRU Barwon Health
05.2024 - Current
Administration of charted medications for patients
Take vital signs and neurovascular observations
Wound care including various dressings and vacuum dressings
Conduct ECG and Bladder scanning
NGT feeding and management
Removal of drain tubes and surgical stitches
Documentation of progress notes, incident reports, and medical appointments
Provide bedside care
Prepare Injectables and IV antibiotics, Blood Transfusion, etc.
Collect pathology samples including blood and COVID swabs etc.
Help with ADLS
Organize admission and discharge of patients.
Consult with doctors and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
Organize MET and PreMET calls in the event of patient deterioration.
Permanent part-time
Registered Graduate Nurse (Surgical ward) Vascular, Thoracic and General Surgical Medical
Northern Health Epping Ward 18 and Broadmeadows Surgical Centre Unit 1
09.2022 - 05.2024
Administration of charted medications for patients
Use of EMR software for ward patient care
Take vital signs and neurovascular observations
Wound care including various dressings and vacuum dressings
Conduct ECG and Bladder scanning
NGT feeding and management
Removal of drain tubes and surgical stitches
Documentation of progress notes, incident reports, and medical appointments
Organize surgical preparations for pre- and post-surgical patient care
Provide bedside care
Prepare Injectables and IV antibiotics, Blood Transfusion, etc.
Collect pathology samples including blood and COVID swabs etc.
Help with ADLS
Organize admission and discharge of patients.
Consult with doctors and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
Organize MET and PreMET calls in the event of patient deterioration
Registered Nurse Acute ward
Colac Hospital
05.2024 - 01.2024
Provide high-quality nursing care for patients in recovery from a variety of surgical and medical conditions, including general surgery, Scopes and Gynaecology surgery.
Oversee the care cardiac patients at a time, utilising telemetry to monitor heart rhythms, blood pressure, and other vital signs.
Administer medications, IV fluids, and treatments as per physician orders and protocols.
Manage post-operative recovery for patients from a range of specialties, ensuring timely assessments and interventions.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, including surgeons, cardiologists, and specialists, to ensure the best possible outcomes for all patients.
Monitor and manage cardiac telemetry, ensuring early detection of any changes in cardiac rhythm or condition.
Educate patients and families on post-operative care, including wound care, medication management, and lifestyle changes.
Perform patient assessments, including vital signs, wound monitoring, and neurological evaluations, and document findings accurately.
Respond promptly to changes in patient conditions, particularly in emergency situations, and provide immediate care as needed.
Adhere to hospital policies and procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Casual Bank
RUSON (Ward 18 surgical ward)
Northern Health Epping
10.2022 - 03.2023
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
Federation University Ballarat Campus
Graduate Certificate - Advanced Nursing Acute Care
IHNA Melbourne Campus
05.2025
Certificate IV - Disability Care
IHNA Heidelberg
03.2018
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Patient assessment
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Wound care
Compassion and empathy
Patient monitoring
IV setup
Intravenous therapy
Care planning
Patient management
Care plan development
Professional bedside manner
Physical assessments
Patient care planning
Telemetry monitoring
Family education
Licensed RN
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Taking vitals
Critical care
Patient discharge
Lab result interpretation
EMR systems
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Emergency response
Maintaining privacy
Vaccine administration
Chart updating
Diabetes management
Insulin medication assistance
EMR / EHR
High level of autonomy
Procedure preparations
Chronic disease management
Medical assessment
ADL assistance
Emergency procedures
Cardiac care
Acute care expertise
Medical recordkeeping
Oxygen saturation standards
Removing sutures
FLUENT IN LANGUAGE
Medical records management
Timeline
Registered Nurse Surgical and Medical, Urgent care
Central Highlands Health Kyneton
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse Orthopedics, Neurology and stroke Rehabilitation wards
Grace Mackellar Centre Geelong and CRU Barwon Health
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Acute ward
Colac Hospital
05.2024 - 01.2024
RUSON (Ward 18 surgical ward)
Northern Health Epping
10.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Graduate Nurse (Surgical ward) Vascular, Thoracic and General Surgical Medical
Northern Health Epping Ward 18 and Broadmeadows Surgical Centre Unit 1
09.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
Federation University Ballarat Campus
Graduate Certificate - Advanced Nursing Acute Care