Josephine Johnston
Garfield,VIC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, care coordination in fast-paced environment.
Newly graduate Stomal Therapy Nurse with a passion for growing knowledge base and gaining experiences within this field.
Proven to become a respected and valued team member within various roles within both acute and community healthcare settings.
Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Passionate about continued education and developing current knowledge and skill as well as consistently seeking new skills and knowledge.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
SJOG Hospital Surgical Ward
12.2021 - Current
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Practice Registered Nurse
Tim Brown Plastic Surgeon
08.2020 - Current
- Pre-operative health assessment of patients, including further referrals if deemed appropriate.
- Post operative assessment and ongoing management of patients.
- Advocated and educating patients while recovering from surgery
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying Plastic surgeon and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Stomal Therapy and Wound Care Nurse
SJOG Healthcare
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Covering current STN Wound CNC role while on LSL for 6 weeks and any sick leave coverage since then.
- Assessment pre operatively of patient requiring stoma formation including siting and educating.
- Served as a subject matter expert in wound care nursing, providing guidance and consultation to fellow healthcare professionals.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and ongoing education for patients with ostomies.
- Supporting and linking ostomy patients with appropriate associations and support networks.
Enrolled Nurse
SJOG Hospital Surgical Ward
01.2015 - 12.2021
- Provide basic nursing care to patients.
- Assess, monitor and implement appropriate nursing interventions for patients within acute hospital setting.
- Safe and appropriate medication administration including oral, S/C IM and IV administration techniques
- Apply effective team nursing skills within a busy surgical ward.
- Clinical assessment and management of patients with acute and/or chronic conditions.
- Report to the Registered Nurse in charge.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, particularly between shift changes.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Stomal Therapy
Australian College of Nursing
Sydney, NSW12.2023
Bachelor of Nursing -
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC12.2021
Diploma - Enrolled Nursing
Chisholm Institute
Berwick, VIC12.2014
VCE -
St Francis Xavier College
Beaconsfield, VIC11.2008
Skills
- Pre operative assessment and education for patients requiring stoma, including stoma marking
- Immediate post op assessment and care of patients and newly formed stomas
- Ongoing assessment and education for patients with stomas
- Supporting patients and their families with stomas and linking to appropriate services and associations
- Liaising with multidisciplinary healthcare team for patients individual needs
- Taking and monitoring vital signs
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Assessments and ADL assistance
- Patient Admission and Discharge
- Patient education and counselling
Certification
Attended/completed the following:
3M KCI Educational workshop Vac Dressing - October 2023
Coloplast Mentor academy - August 2023
Wounds Australia Conference - September 2022
Attended workshop #3 Mechanical cleansing and Debridement, Workshop #5 Debridement
Benchmarque Group:
Wound Management: Foundations and Principles - December 2022
Wound Management: Advanced Practice (workshop) December 2022
References
Referees:
Justine Wilkinson
STN and wound CNC
Ph: 0411 659 006
Allison Merrigan
DON SJOG Healthcare
Berwick
Ph: 8784 5000
Tracey Murphy
Nurse Practitioner and Practice Manager
Tim Brown Plastic Surgeon
Berwick
Ph: 0401 877 521
Timeline
Stomal Therapy and Wound Care Nurse
SJOG Healthcare
11.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
SJOG Hospital Surgical Ward
12.2021 - Current
Practice Registered Nurse
Tim Brown Plastic Surgeon
08.2020 - Current
Enrolled Nurse
SJOG Hospital Surgical Ward
01.2015 - 12.2021
Graduate Certificate - Stomal Therapy
Australian College of Nursing
Bachelor of Nursing -
La Trobe University
Diploma - Enrolled Nursing
Chisholm Institute
VCE -
St Francis Xavier College
Attended/completed the following:
3M KCI Educational workshop Vac Dressing - October 2023
Coloplast Mentor academy - August 2023
Wounds Australia Conference - September 2022
Attended workshop #3 Mechanical cleansing and Debridement, Workshop #5 Debridement
Benchmarque Group:
Wound Management: Foundations and Principles - December 2022
Wound Management: Advanced Practice (workshop) December 2022
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