JULIA BETHUNE

• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
• Evaluated the efficacy of implemented care plans through regular monitoring of patient progress toward established goals.
• Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.

• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
• Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
• Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

• Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
• Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
• Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.

• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Educator with new Endorsed Enrolled nurses and Personal Care Attendants in Victoria and interstate for nursing homes, In charge and doing ongoing quality patient updates clinical care and medication reviews.
• Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Expedited discharge processes by coordinating with various departments for timely completion of required paperwork.

• Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

Audiology and ear and doing eye checks and hearing testing. Ongoing new employee checks and discharge employment checks.

• Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
• Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
• Provided expert guidance on occupational health matters such as industrial hygiene monitoring, medical surveillance programs, and exposure control strategies.
• Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
• Maintained compliance with OSHA regulations by ensuring proper documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
• Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Educated patients and families on diagnosis, neurological conditions and processes, treatments and expected outcomes.