Joan Frances Coma
Caboolture
Summary
Registered nurse with strong experience in delivering quality care to patients. Professional nurse with over five years of practice in medical ward and emergency room care. Strong knowledge of medicine, pharmacology and standards of care in the hospital practice setting. Caring and reliable person with a reputation for building a great rapport between medical providers and patients. Committed to multi-disciplinary, coordinated patient-centred care, making patients more informed and partnering with them to improve patient outcomes through improved health literacy, promoting self-management and informed decisions. Has a strong stance on transformational leadership to facilitate system improvements to meet the needs of patients. 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
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Caboolture Hospital
2019.02 - Current
- Treat and care for patients by monitoring vital signs, administering medication and cleaning surgical areas.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Work as a team leader for the unit and floor and help train new nursing students who are completing their internship duties.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-respiratory unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, assistant-in-nursing, and unit clerks.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviours to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Registered Nurse
Caboolture Hospital
2022.10 - 2023.02
- Noted patients' physical condition, vital signs, daily routine, and medication schedule in the emergency care department during serious illnesses or injuries.
- Responded to emergency situations where patients were in life-threatening conditions by following the correct procedure and maintaining calm and effective demeanour.
- 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 monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined thenext course of action.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviours and conditions and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Nurse
Regis Aged Care
2018.01 - 2019.01
- Followed the treatment plan and medication schedule ordered by the doctor and assessed patient pain levels during the hospital stay.
- Enhanced resident care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Improved resident satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Streamlined communication between patients and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce infections.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Educated patients on maintaining self-management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to diverse patient populations with varied medical conditions.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the residential care team.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Created an efficient shift handover process that improved care continuity between nursing shifts.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real time.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans coordinated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients in performing routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed and walking and stretching.
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe food consumption consistent with recovery guidelines.
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive health records and billing tracking systems.
- Protected confidentiality of information related to patient care activities.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners and verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviours and conditions and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviours to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Master of Science - Advanced Nursing
University of Technology Sydney
New South Wales06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD12.2016
Skills
- Robust nursing assessment, patient condition monitoring, emergency response, escalation for deterioration, care coordination and patient safety.
- Critical thinking skills and solid clinical judgement
- Health and safety/ infection control and Healthcare regulations compliance
- Intravenous therapy/ cannulation/ blood draw and sample collection
- PFM and Trendcare software proficiency
- Accurate charting and documentation
- Dedication to patient education and clear patient communication on health promotion, disease prevention, and advocacy.
- Cultural openness through open discussions with patients, readiness to listen, learn and accept their values and belief systems, and commitment to patient confidentiality.
- Reliable and efficient therapeutic communication sets precedence for respect through achievable expectations and boundaries.
- Compassionate and empathetic care in helping patients navigate life-altering health
- Clinical Leadership, delegation and motivation
- Problem Solving, time/ resource management and attention to detail
- Teamwork and conflict resolution with nonviolent crisis intervention
- Delegation Skills, team building and effective communication
- Sharp organisational and multitasking abilities
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) - (Updated 2023)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Caboolture Hospital
2022.10 - 2023.02
Registered Nurse
Caboolture Hospital
2019.02 - Current
Nurse
Regis Aged Care
2018.01 - 2019.01
Master of Science - Advanced Nursing
University of Technology Sydney
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Queensland University of Technology
- Registered Nurse (RN) - (Updated 2023)
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