Joanne Finlay
Melbourne,Victoria
Summary
Dedicated Senior Staff Nurse with seven years of progressive leadership and management experience. Diligent and reliable professional accomplished in directing and supervising healthcare personnel, monitoring all aspects of patient care and developing patient care plans. Committed to maintaining strong rapport with physicians, patients and staff.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Waitress/ Junior Barista (casual Work)
Sharon's Kitchen
Derrylin, Northern Ireland
11.2019 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring optimal efficiency during peak hours.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu offerings when seasonal changes or promotional items were introduced.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow for improved customer service experience.
- Ensured prompt service delivery by efficiently managing multiple tasks under pressure during peak business hours.
School Nurse
Kingswood College - MAYDAY Agency
Box Hill, VIC
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
Senior Staff Nurse - Sky Ward
Great Ormond Street Hospital
London, England
09.2020 - 06.2024
- Educated patients and families to be advocates for their own health.
- Facilitated patient discharges by coordinating with medical teams, social workers, case managers, and other support staff.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical skills and professional development.
- Prevented infections through diligent adherence to infection control policies, including proper hand hygiene techniques and equipment sterilization procedures.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Staff Nurse
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, NHS Trust
London, England
09.2017 - 09.2020
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Gained extra knowledge and understanding of Cardiac, Oncology and Orthopaedics patients
- Competent in HDU skills, CPAP, BiPAP, Arterial line, Optiflow and Epidurals
Waitress
The Sheelin Kitchen
Bellanaleck, Northern Ireland
05.2015 - 06.2019
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Health Care Assistant
Gortacharn Private Nursing and Residential Home
Lisnaskea, Northern Ireland
06.2014 - 08.2017
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
Waitress / Bartender
Goodman's Field - Wetherspoons
London, England
02.2015 - 05.2017
- Streamlined order accuracy by effectively communicating with kitchen staff, resulting in fewer returned dishes.
- Consistently exceeded management''s performance expectations while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Dishwasher / Kitchen Assistant
Tully Mill Restaurant
Co.Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
06.2011 - 08.2013
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Children's Nursing
London South Bank University
09.2017
Skills
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Calm Under Stress
- Customer Service
- Strong multitasking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Reliable and Responsible
- Critical Thinking
- Care plan implementation
- Clinical Leadership
- Compassion and Empathy
- Cardiac Care
- Orthopedic care
- Oncology Care
Timeline
School Nurse
Kingswood College - MAYDAY Agency
08.2024 - 08.2024
Senior Staff Nurse - Sky Ward
Great Ormond Street Hospital
09.2020 - 06.2024
Waitress/ Junior Barista (casual Work)
Sharon's Kitchen
11.2019 - Current
Staff Nurse
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, NHS Trust
09.2017 - 09.2020
Waitress
The Sheelin Kitchen
05.2015 - 06.2019
Waitress / Bartender
Goodman's Field - Wetherspoons
02.2015 - 05.2017
Health Care Assistant
Gortacharn Private Nursing and Residential Home
06.2014 - 08.2017
Dishwasher / Kitchen Assistant
Tully Mill Restaurant
06.2011 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Children's Nursing
London South Bank University