Phung-Linh Jessica Luu
1 Burgundy Crescent, St Albans,VIC
Summary
Highly skilled and detail-oriented Critical Care Emergency Nurse with extensive experience in high-acuity, fast-paced emergency and critical care settings. Proven expertise in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care during medical emergencies and crisis situations. Adapt in emergency protocols, rapid assessment, and life-saving interventions to enhance patient outcomes. Recognized for the ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex tasks efficiently, while proactively identifying and resolving issues to support clinical excellence and team objectives. I am a self-motivated nurse inspiring to achieve a striking career in Emergency Nursing.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Sunshine Hospital
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted in monitoring patient vitals and responding to critical changes
- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in critical care settings.
- Supported advanced life support procedures under supervision
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care
- Participated in infection control protocols to maintain sterile environments
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records
- Engaged in ongoing education to enhance critical care knowledge
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored haemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care between critical care and other hospital units by maintaining effective communication with receiving staff and providing thorough handoff reports.
- Administered critical care interventions for paediatric patients experiencing life-threatening conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
Registered Nurse
Epworth Healthcare
02.2019 - 08.2021
- Graduate Nurse of the Year 2019
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to coordinate effective discharge planning and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and improved treatment outcomes.
- Enhanced patient recovery by developing and implementing individualized rehabilitation plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, reducing readmission rates.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, providing vital communication between the medical team and caregivers throughout the rehabilitation process.
- Managed caseload of 8 diverse patients with various diagnoses, ensuring appropriate treatment plans were in place.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, therapists, case managers, insurance companies to ensure proper coordination of services for each patient.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures. E.g. external fixations, skin grafts, donor sites, halos, and orthopedic equipment
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and recovery via orally, intravenously and PICC lines
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Critical Care
University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC01-2023
Bachelor of Nursing -
Monash University
Clayton, VIC01-2018
Victorian Certificate of Education -
St Albans Secondary College
Melbourne, VIC01-2014
Skills
- Team Leading
- Paediatric Code Nurse
- EMR system - documentation and charting
- Paediatric emergency assessment, recognition and stabilization
- Triaging adults and paediatrics
- Emergency care and management
- Haemodynamic monitoring
- IV setup, cannulation and Intravenous therapy including Blood transfusion administration
- Patient advocacy
- Airway management
- Advanced life support
- Evidence-based practices
- Policy adherence
- Paediatric advanced life support
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Ventilator management - Non-invasive and Invasive
- Standards of care
- Nursing staff supervision
- Patient assessment
- Cardiac monitoring
- Medication administration
- Wounds and Burn Managements
Accomplishments
Dysphagia Screening Tool Assessor
Emergency Discovery Program - Advanced Life Support in Adults and Paediatrics
Paediatric Emergency Program
Paediatric Advanced Resuscitation Course (PARC)
ACN Immunisation for Health Practitioners Certificate
Registration
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
NMW0002238220
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Sunshine Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Epworth Healthcare
02.2019 - 08.2021
Graduate Certificate - Critical Care
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Nursing -
Monash University
Victorian Certificate of Education -
St Albans Secondary College
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