Joanne Box
Elizabeth
BUNDABERG NORTH,Queensland
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Mater Private Hospital
Bundaberg, QLD
05.2013 - Current
- Provide patient centered care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse
- Manage nursing care for patients with in the scope of enrolled nursing practice
- Organise workload to facilitate and planned nursing care for patients and reprioritise when appropriate with registered nurse
- Provide support and care to patient and carers withing the scope of an enrolled Endorsed Nurse
- Ensure patients values, customs and spiritual beliefs are respected
- Recognise and report changes in the health and functional status of patients to the registered nurse
- Accurately collect and report data regarding the health and functional statue of patients
- Contribute to the information of care plans/clinical pathways in collaboration with the Registered Nurse
- Participate with registered nurse, patient and family/carer's in identifying expected health care outcomes and patients needs
- Participate with registered nurse in evaluation of progress of patients towards expected outcomes
- Contribute to the health, education of patients to maintain and promote health
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mater Hospital
BUNDABERG , Queensland
11.2009 - 08.2013
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division2 Nursing) - Nursing
TAFE Queensland
Bundaberg, QLD 02.2012 - 08.2013
Certificate 3 in Aged Care -
TAFE Queensland
Bundaberg, QLD 01.2009 - 12.2009
High School Diploma -
Assumption College
Warwick, QLD 01.1975 - 12.1978
High School Diploma -
Warwick State High School
Warwick, QLD 01.1979 - 12.1980
Skills
Excellent Communication
Enrolled Endorsed registraion current with APRAH till May 2023
20 Hours of CDL points obtained
Self-Motivated
Flexible and Adaptable
Training and Development up to date
First Aid/CPR
Attention to Detail
Hobbies
Traveling around Australia, meeting people and learning about different communities
Timeline
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Mater Private Hospital
05.2013 - Current
Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division2 Nursing) - Nursing
TAFE Queensland
02.2012 - 08.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mater Hospital
11.2009 - 08.2013
Certificate 3 in Aged Care -
TAFE Queensland
01.2009 - 12.2009
High School Diploma -
Warwick State High School
01.1979 - 12.1980
High School Diploma -
Assumption College
01.1975 - 12.1978