Jo Gatzonis
Burwood,VIC
Summary
As a passionate and caring person, I feel my life is full when I am caring for others. I enjoy the wholistic side of patient/client care, incorporating patients physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. My communication skills as an experienced nurse makes me an all rounder in patient satisfaction and wellbeing. Surgically, my experience in many diverse fields makes me a knowledgeable asset to any team.
I am a Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Anaesthetics as an Anaesthetic Nurse and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agency Anaesthetics
Alliance Nursing Agency
01.2022 - Current
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Anaesthetics
Vermont Private Hospital
01.2022 - 03.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Anaesthetic Nurse
Scrubs Agency
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Streamlined patient intake processes, reducing wait times and improving overall efficiency.
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately document patient histories and treatment progress.
- Led initiatives for infection control, enhancing safety standards within the healthcare facility.
- Advocated for patients' needs, ensuring access to appropriate resources and support services.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- 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.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal care and recovery.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance communication and improve patient outcomes.
- Mentored junior nurses by providing training on best practices and clinical protocols.
Anaesthetics
The Avenue Private Hospital
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Anaesthetics
Knox Private Hospital
10.2013 - 06.2021
- Responsibilities over my employment in nursing include and are not limited to Medication administration, IV therapy, Airway management, maintenance, Radiation experience, Portfolios – bariatric, major plastics, and orthopedics.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Anaesthetic Nurse
Epworth Eastern Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal care and recovery.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance communication and improve patient outcomes.
- Developed and implemented care plans tailored to individual patient needs and conditions.
- Mentored junior nurses by providing training on best practices and clinical protocols.
Graduate Program Oncology/Colorectal Ward
Epworth Richmond/Eastern
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Graduate Program - 2008
Epworth Richmond
Perioperative Program - 2014
Knox Private Hospital
Skills
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Prepared
- Initiative driven
Certification
Ahpra registration number :NMW0001085634.
-Certificate IV in Health(Nursing)
Course code: 21358VIC.
-Course in Medication in Administration for
Division 2 Registered Nurses
Course code:21506VIC.
-Administer and monitor intravenous
Medication.
Course codeHLTEN519A
-Contributing to the Complex Nursing Care of Clients.
Course code:HLTEN505A.
Timeline
Anaesthetic Nurse
Scrubs Agency
10.2022 - 09.2023
Agency Anaesthetics
Alliance Nursing Agency
01.2022 - Current
Anaesthetics
Vermont Private Hospital
01.2022 - 03.2025
Anaesthetics
The Avenue Private Hospital
01.2021 - 10.2022
Anaesthetics
Knox Private Hospital
10.2013 - 06.2021
Anaesthetic Nurse
Epworth Eastern Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2014
Graduate Program Oncology/Colorectal Ward
Epworth Richmond/Eastern
01.2009 - 01.2010
Perioperative Program - 2014
Knox Private Hospital
Graduate Program - 2008
Epworth Richmond
Communication
Always the first to ask questions if situations arise outside my scope of practice yet also happy to help guide and support new or inexperienced nurses. Always on time for my shifts and versatile where it is needed. Happy to support the team to find the best outcome for our patient.