Ashley Ryan
Chatswood,NSW
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with 3 years of experience across multiple specialties, including critical care, chronic disease management and post-surgical recovery. Highly skilled in providing tailored care to patients with diverse and complex medical needs. Adept at working in high-pressure environments, ensuring patient safety and advocating for optimal care outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Intensive Care Unit
Northern Beaches Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Provide nursing care to critically ill patients requiring intensive monitoring and complex interventions in areas such as cardiology, post-surgical recovery and multi-system organ failure
- Manage ventilated patients and airway support interventions, including tracheostomy care and endotracheal tube maintenance
- Administer medications, such as vasopressors, sedatives, and analgesics and titrating dosages for patient comfort and haemodynamic stability
- Monitor surgical sites for infection, manage drains and perform wound care as necessary
- Conducted and interpreted lab results to inform clinical decisions and treatment adjustments
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team to create and implement personalised care plans to tailor patients' needs
- Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on progress and addressing any concerns or questions
Oncology / Infusion Centre
Northern Beaches Hospital
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Ensure appropriate IV site placement with correct techniques to prevent complications such as infiltration, phlebitis, or infection
- Administer prescribed IV infusions, including medications, fluids and blood products according to therapeutic guidelines
- Monitor vital signs and any potential adverse reactions during the infusion process
- Manage allergic/anaphylactic reactions by following established protocols and administering emergency treatment as needed
- Educate patients and their families about the infusion process, including reason for treatment, how the therapy will be administered, and possible side effects
Cardiology Ward / Coronary Care Unit
Northern Beaches Hospital
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Perform continuous cardiac monitoring and ECG interpretation, promptly reporting significant changes to the healthcare team
- Administer medications such as anticoagulants, antiarrhythmic drugs and diuretics while closely monitoring for side effects and patient progress
- Assess and monitor patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions, including myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, heart failure and post-operative care following cardiac surgery
- Assist in the preparation and recovery of patients undergoing procedures like angiograms, pacemaker implants and coronary artery bypass grafting
- Educate patients and families on heart disease prevention, lifestyle changes and post-discharge care plans
Orthopaedic / Neurosurgical Ward
Northern Beaches Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Provide care to patients recovering from neurosurgical and orthopaedic procedures, including spinal surgery and joint replacements
- Monitor and manage post-operative patients, including pain management, wound care and ensuring mobility or rehabilitation goals are met
- Assess patients for signs of post-surgical complications, such as infection, bleeding, or neurologic deterioration and promptly alert the surgical team
- Administer intravenous fluids, medications and blood products as required, while ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the recovery process
- Provide pre- and post-operative education to patients/families regarding expected outcomes, recovery protocols and mobility restrictions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Curtin University
Perth, WA09-2021
Skills
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) Certificate
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate
- Transition to Practice: ICU Nursing Program
- Cannulation and Venepuncture
- Accessing, Blood sampling and De-accessing Port
- Hand Hygiene Auditor Certificate
Timeline
Oncology / Infusion Centre
Northern Beaches Hospital
05.2024 - 12.2024
Intensive Care Unit
Northern Beaches Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Cardiology Ward / Coronary Care Unit
Northern Beaches Hospital
09.2022 - 02.2023
Orthopaedic / Neurosurgical Ward
Northern Beaches Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Curtin University
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