Julie Taylor
Hadfield,VIC
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with twenty years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with diverse specialties.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Day Oncology Unit Northern Hospital
Northern Health
06.2021 - Current
- Assessing patients for chemotherapy or immunotherapy, Consulting with doctors regarding patients treatment, Cannulating or accessing patients CVAD device, Administering pre medications, Administering chemotherapy and immunotherapy, Administering vaccinations, CVAD care, Post chemotherapy care, Taking blood, Iron infusions
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols within the facility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive cancer care and optimal patient outcomes.
- Streamlined clinic operations by efficiently managing patient appointments, documentation, and follow-up care coordination.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict aseptic techniques during IV insertions and medication administration.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies after chemotherapy treatments, promoting healing and reducing complications.
- Ensured accurate medical charting through meticulous documentation of vital signs, intervention outcomes, and relevant clinical notes.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing end-of-life decisions, assisting with advance care planning discussions when needed.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Immunisation Nurse
Health Care Australia
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Travelling to Aged Care Facilities to administer COVID vaccines to the aged care residents, aged care workers and their families, Accepting stock from DHL couriers, Maintaining cold chain of vaccines throughout the clinic, Reconstitute vaccines, Administer vaccines, Ensure all recipients are entered into computer, Fill out and send acceptance forms, Report and sent COVAX cold chain register form, Report and sent End of Day Report
- Contributed to improved community health by participating in local outreach initiatives promoting immunizations and preventative care measures.
RN in the Covid response
YNA Nursing Agency
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Working in Vaccination clinics administering vaccines, Working in pop up Covid clinics in the community setting, Triaging patients and performing swabbing, Advising patients on isolating inline with the recommendations from the Australian government guidelines and infection control procedures, Working in the Hotel Quarantine program as a team leader, testing the hotel workers on a daily basis, Allocating and coordinating staff members, Ordering PPE and office supplies, Attending daily meetings, Accepting deliveries, Delivery of specimens to couriers, Liaising with DHHS
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Pathology collector
Clinical laboratories
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Bleeding patients in the hospital setting, Blood cultures, Coivd 19 swabs, Wound swabs, ECG tracings, Ordering consumables as required
- Facilitated seamless transition between different stages of testing by properly labelling, storing, and transporting collected specimens according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients on proper specimen collection techniques, ensuring optimal sample integrity and accurate test results.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through strong teamwork, effective communication, and consistent professionalism under pressure.
- Enhanced patient comfort by efficiently managing the specimen collection process.
- Exceeded patient satisfaction goals by consistently providing exceptional service during often stressful medical procedures.
- Maintained a sterile and organized workspace to ensure proper infection control measures were met.
- Venipuncture technique perfected over time, resulting in minimal discomfort for patients during blood draws.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to address patient needs during the specimen collection process.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of phlebotomy and specimen collection.
Hospital in the Home
Melbourne Oncology Home Infusion Services
11.2017 - 09.2018
- Working on a casual basis for HITH seeing patients in their homes that require dressings, including snap, Vacuum dressings, Providing patients in the home with intravenous Antibiotics, Clexane injections, Antibiotics delivered via a Baxter, Changing drainage bags, Stoma care, Male and female catheterization, General observations
Recovery Room Nurse
John Fawkner Private Hospital
06.2007 - 07.2017
- Recover patients including paediatrics that have undergone a general anaesthetic or local and intravenous sedation, to a satisfactory state to be returned to the wards of day procedure unit
- Obtained and administered medications or intravenous solutions to patients to decrease pain levels and replace lost fluids.
- Coordinated and consulted with healthcare team members to implement, plan and assess patient care plans.
- Conducted thorough post-operative patient assessments to determine patient condition and readiness for discharge.
- Prevented potential medical emergencies through timely identification of critical issues and swift intervention when necessary.
- Helped maintain compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulations through strict adherence to guidelines related to documentation, medication administration, and patient privacy.
- Relieved patient anxiety during the postoperative period using effective communication skills and reassurance techniques tailored to individual needs.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities requiring vigilant attention to detail, rapid assessment skills, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Anaesthetic Nurse
John Fawkner Private Hospital
- Working directly with the anaesthetist preparing equipment and collecting drugs that are needed during the Anaesthetic phase of the patient’s surgery and IV cannulation
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Scrub Scout Nurse
John Fawkner Private Hospital
06.2007 - 07.2017
- Scrub for a variety of procedures including; General, Plastics, Bariatric surgery and Endoscopy including ERCP, Interact with departments regarding patients, Order specialized equipment from other hospitals for particular surgeries, Liaise with reps regarding new or required instruments
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
Scrub Scout Nurse
Vaucluse Private Hospital
05.2006 - 05.2007
- Scrub Scout Nurse for general, plastic, cosmetic surgery and endoscopy including bronchoscopy, Interact with departments regarding patients, Admission of patients for day surgery, Ordering of consumables
Blood Collection
Dorevithch Pathology
01.2003 - 05.2006
- Blood Collection, Blood Gases, ECG Tracings, Spirometry, Home visits
- Enhanced patient experience by providing compassionate and efficient blood collection services.
- Provided support to other healthcare professionals, including nurses and physicians, during blood collection procedures or in times of high patient volume.
- Ensured proper patient identification before each procedure, minimizing risk of incorrect blood collection or results reporting.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements pertaining to blood collection by staying updated on industry standards and best practices.
- Evaluated and determined the most appropriate venipuncture site to minimize patient discomfort during blood collection procedures.
Education
Understanding Vaccines And the National Immunisation Program -
University of South Australia
Covid 19 Vaccination Training Program -
Australian Government
Bachelor of Nursing -
Charles Darwin University
Perioperative Foundations Program -
Victoria University
Certificate 1V in Health Nursing -
Kangan Batman TAFE
Certificate 1V in Pathology Collection -
Kangan Batman TAFE
Botulinum Toxin And Dermal Fillers
Foundation And Advanced Training
Derma Medical06.2024
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
Fluid Management
Airway Management
Emotional Support
Preoperative preparation
Cardiac monitoring
Medication and IV administration
Critical Thinking
Phlebotomy
Infection Control
CPR/AED
Documentation
First Aid
Personaldetails
In my spare time, I enjoy playing competition tennis, walking my dog and spending time with my family and friends.
Awards
Silver Medal of Outstanding achievement in Certificate 1V in Pathology Collection (General entry group) Kangan Batman TAFE
References
On Request
Timeline
Day Oncology Unit Northern Hospital
Northern Health
06.2021 - Current
Immunisation Nurse
Health Care Australia
05.2021 - 08.2021
RN in the Covid response
YNA Nursing Agency
06.2020 - 05.2021
Pathology collector
Clinical laboratories
09.2019 - 06.2020
Hospital in the Home
Melbourne Oncology Home Infusion Services
11.2017 - 09.2018
Recovery Room Nurse
John Fawkner Private Hospital
06.2007 - 07.2017
Scrub Scout Nurse
John Fawkner Private Hospital
06.2007 - 07.2017
Scrub Scout Nurse
Vaucluse Private Hospital
05.2006 - 05.2007
Blood Collection
Dorevithch Pathology
01.2003 - 05.2006
Anaesthetic Nurse
John Fawkner Private Hospital
Understanding Vaccines And the National Immunisation Program -
University of South Australia
Covid 19 Vaccination Training Program -
Australian Government
Bachelor of Nursing -
Charles Darwin University
Perioperative Foundations Program -
Victoria University
Certificate 1V in Health Nursing -
Kangan Batman TAFE
Certificate 1V in Pathology Collection -
Kangan Batman TAFE
Botulinum Toxin And Dermal Fillers
Foundation And Advanced Training
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