Jessica Coates
Carbrook,QLD
Summary
Experienced Paramedic/Nurse with 10 years of monitoring and managing trauma and medical situations, as well as responding to emergencies. In-depth knowledge of testing, maintaining, and utilizing medical and rescue equipment. Committed to providing patient-focused care and treatment. Seeking to expand knowledge and skills through the Master of Public Health program.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Acute Care Paramedic Lvl 2 (ACP2)
Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS)
03.2020 - Current
- Currently based in Redland Bay area, I have been employed full time with QAS since 2020.
- Delivering advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and paediatric advanced life support (PALS).
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Documenting patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines.
- Delivering compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
Registered Nurse
Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH)
01.2018 - 02.2020
- I worked at the PAH in 2B orthopaedic ward.
- 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 physicians 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.
Registered Nurse / Enrolled Nurse
Montserrat Day Hospital, Brisbane
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Montserrat Day Hospital is a private facility that provides endoscopy procedures
- I was trained and employed in all areas of this clinic during my time there
- First as a EN then as a RN after graduating from QUT.
Assistant Nurse
Wishart Village Care Centre
01.2010 - 04.2010
- Wishart Village is an aged care facility
- I worked in both low and high care and the dementia wards as an AIN.
- 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.
Assistant Educator
Outside School Hours Care
01.2008 - 06.2009
- I assisted with providing care for primary school aged children before and after school as well as vacation care.
Retail assistant
Stitches and Styles
01.2007 - 12.2007
- Stitches and Styles was a curtain, materials, and haberdashery store.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
Waitress
Capricornian Restaurant
06.2006 - 06.2007
Education
Skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Advanced Life Support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Management
- Patient Assessments
- Emergency Response
- Medical Records Management
- Medical History Collection
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 09/15/89
Timeline
Acute Care Paramedic Lvl 2 (ACP2)
Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS)
03.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH)
01.2018 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse / Enrolled Nurse
Montserrat Day Hospital, Brisbane
01.2012 - 01.2016
Assistant Nurse
Wishart Village Care Centre
01.2010 - 04.2010
Assistant Educator
Outside School Hours Care
01.2008 - 06.2009
Retail assistant
Stitches and Styles
01.2007 - 12.2007
Waitress
Capricornian Restaurant
06.2006 - 06.2007
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