Jill McCluand
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
CNS2
Childrens Hospital At Westmead
08.2016 - 01.2024
- Working within the Renal treatment centre caring for Children on Haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis and after having renal Transplant.
- Caring for the children in hospital and home environment.
- Education both staff and parents.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Registered Nurse
Childrens Hospital At Westmead
11.2009 - 08.2016
- Working in the Renal Treatment centre caring for children on Haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis and after receiving a renal transplant both in hospital and in the home.
- Educating both staff and parents.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Nurse Educator
Childrens Hospital At Westmead
01.2008 - 11.2009
- Working with nursing and medical staff in the Renal treatment centre caring children and adolescents on Haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis and after receiving renal transplant
- Established a supportive learning environment by providing guidance and mentorship to nursing staff.
- Demonstrated appropriate use of equipment such as Haemodialysis and Peritoneal dialysis and provided operational guidance to junior nurses.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Served as a subject matter expert in clinical practice areas, offering specialized instruction to enhance skill sets among nurses.
- Promoted professional growth among nursing staff through continuous education opportunities, conferences, and workshops.
- Fostered a culture of lifelong learning among nursing staff through ongoing support and encouragement.
- Played an instrumental role in achieving departmental goals related to nurse retention rates by fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Utilized data-driven strategies to identify areas of improvement within the nursing department''s educational offerings.
- Championed advancements in technology integration within healthcare settings, leading workshops on cutting-edge tools and techniques.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive nursing education programs.
- Consistently received positive feedback from both students and colleagues, reflecting a commitment to excellence in teaching.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for the development and implementation of evidence-based practice initiatives.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Remained up to date on clinical protocols, procedures and developments within Nephrology to serve as informational resource to students.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Registered Nurse
Childrens Hospital At Westmead
08.1996 - 01.2008
- Working in the Renal treatment centre caring for children and adolescents on haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis and after receiving renal transplant.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing individualized care.
- Served as a strong advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met in accordance with ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings which resulted in improved symptoms management.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient care delivery within the organization.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Contributed to a reduction in hospital-acquired infections through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper hand hygiene.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care planning and implementation.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assisted in the training of nursing students during clinical rotations, fostering an environment conducive to learning and skill development.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Registered Nurse
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Renal
04.1986 - 12.1999
- Working in Haemodialysis, Transplant and Renal ward
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, offering guidance on clinical skills and fostering a supportive work environment.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity during interactions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Provided emotional support and counselings to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or treatment decisions, helping them navigate complex medical situations with grace and resilience.
Registered Nurse Midwife
Paddington Womens Hospital
01.1991 - 07.1996
- Facilitated support groups for new parents, fostering the development of healthy parenting skills and peer connections.
- Improved patient satisfaction with childbirth experiences through compassionate support during labor and delivery.
- Directed parents and newborns to physicians without causing parent alarm based on problematic test results and health conditions of babies and mothers.
- Implemented infection control measures within the labor and delivery unit to minimize risks to both mothers and newborns during their hospital stay.
- Advocated for mothers' rights and choices to make informed decisions about care by respecting human autonomy.
- Informed families on potential risks and overall benefits of normal vaginal delivery births.
- Kept accurate medical records by documenting patient prenatal care, labor and delivery and postpartum care.
- Monitored fetal development by listening to fetal heartbeat, taking external uterine measurements and estimating fetal size and weight.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and needs within the hospital system to promote equitable access to quality maternity services.
- Followed professional standards and guidelines by adhering to ethical and legal guidelines and maintaining continued education certifications.
- Conducted newborn assessments, identifying potential health concerns and initiating early interventions if necessary.
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Assisted parents in coping with miscarriages, termination, stillbirths and neonatal deaths.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Student Midwife
Paddington Womens Hospital
01.1990 - 01.1990
- Developed and maintained patient records and documentation.
- Managed fetal distress and delivery complications calmly to provide safety to mothers and babies.
- Performed newborn examinations shortly after birth to assess overall health status while providing immediate bonding opportunities for families.
- Conducted well-baby checkups and immunizations for optimum infant health.
- Assisted with postpartum care and provided guidance on postpartum recovery.
Registered Nurse
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
01.1986 - 12.1989
- Working in Haemodialysis, Transplant and renal ward.
- Passed the renal course through Royal North Shore Hospital
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse
Royal Alexandra Hospital For Children
02.1984 - 01.1986
- Working in Lower Todman Paediatric intensive care unit
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Student Nurse
Royal Alexandra Hospital For Children
02.1981 - 02.1984
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed wound care procedures using proper sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection complications.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals in various departments to ensure a seamless transition of care for patients during hospital admissions, transfers, or discharges.
Education
No Degree - Cert IV Education And Training
Hawksbury University
Richmond, NSW04.2014
No Degree - Midwifery
Paddington Womens Hospital
Paddington, NSW01.1991
No Degree - Renal Nursing
Royal North Shore Hospital
St Leonards, NSW05.1987
No Degree - Nursing
Royal Alexandra Hospital For Childrens
Camperdown, NSW02.1984
Skills
- Customer Service
- Recordkeeping
- Clerical Support
- Organizational Skills
- Computer Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Organization
- Calm Under Pressure
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Troubleshooting
- Verbal Communication
- Data Entry
Timeline
CNS2
Childrens Hospital At Westmead
08.2016 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Childrens Hospital At Westmead
11.2009 - 08.2016
Nurse Educator
Childrens Hospital At Westmead
01.2008 - 11.2009
Registered Nurse
Childrens Hospital At Westmead
08.1996 - 01.2008
Registered Nurse Midwife
Paddington Womens Hospital
01.1991 - 07.1996
Student Midwife
Paddington Womens Hospital
01.1990 - 01.1990
Registered Nurse
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Renal
04.1986 - 12.1999
Registered Nurse
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
01.1986 - 12.1989
Registered Nurse
Royal Alexandra Hospital For Children
02.1984 - 01.1986
Student Nurse
Royal Alexandra Hospital For Children
02.1981 - 02.1984
No Degree - Cert IV Education And Training
Hawksbury University
No Degree - Midwifery
Paddington Womens Hospital
No Degree - Renal Nursing
Royal North Shore Hospital
No Degree - Nursing
Royal Alexandra Hospital For Childrens
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