Karin Cullen
Seaview Downs,Australia
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Liaison Officer
Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation SA
Ridleyton, SA
10.2022 - Current
- Facilitate communication between nursing professionals and management to enhance operational efficiency.
- Manage member inquiries, delivering accurate information and effective support.
- Collaborate with healthcare organizations to resolve member concerns promptly.
- Develop relationships with key stakeholders to ensure timely fulfillment of needs.
- Support negotiations by clarifying roles and responsibilities for all parties involved.
- Participate in problem-solving initiatives to align stakeholder needs with organizational objectives.
- Facilitate meetings among internal staff, clients, and external contacts to discuss project requirements.
Registered Nurse
DR Jones and Partners
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Facilitated safe and effective procedures for doctors in a large radiology department.
- Ensured sterility in procedure setups, prioritizing patient safety and dignity.
- Executed paperwork with high accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
Clinical Educator
CMAX
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Trained all new clinical staff to meet Level 1 competencies for clinical trials.
- Provided additional support to staff requiring assistance in skill development.
- Created, organized, and executed emergency scenarios, ensuring thorough feedback was delivered.
- Addressed training deficits promptly to maintain high standards of clinical readiness.
Clinical Services Coordinator
CMAX
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Supported clinical staff during trials on clinical floor.
- Reviewed and authored Standard Operating Procedures and Clinical Work Instructions.
- Addressed Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to ensure compliance.
Clinical Nurse. PACU
The Memorial Hospital
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Served as most senior nurse within unit, frequently utilized as educational resource alongside clinical, supervisory, and management responsibilities.
Acting Associate Nurse Unit Manager. ICCU
Flinders Medical Centre
02.2019 - 09.2019
- In addition to my clinical responsibilities, as the acting ANUM, I supported my NUM with her cohort of Registered Nurses.
- This involved supporting junior staff, and ensuring they achieved the skills and goals required to be safe and competent Intensive care nurses.
Clinical Nurse. ICCU
Flinders Medical Centre
11.2017 - 02.2019
- Functioned at advanced clinical level within ICCU while executing responsibilities of Shift Manager and MET nurse.
Registered Nurse. ICCU
Flinders Medical Centre
05.2015 - 11.2017
- Provided expert care for critically ill patients in ICCU environment.
- Supported junior nurses through mentorship and guidance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for optimal recovery.
Registered Nurse. ICU
Flinders Private Hospital
02.2008 - 05.2015
Education
Professional Certificate -
Clinical Education
10.2021
Post Graduate Certificate -
Critical Care Nursing
04.2013
Bachelor of Nursing -
02.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Cert 4 in Training And Education
Plenty Training
Skills
- Negotiation skills
- Stakeholder engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Relationship building
- Solutions development
- Complex problems analysis
- Issue resolution
- Activity planning
- High-pressure environments
- Goal setting
- Verbal and written communication
- Conflict mediation
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professional demeanor
- Continuous improvement
- Time management abilities
- Advocacy
Current Employment
In my current role as a Professional Liaison Officer (PLO), I have responsibility for the membership of the largest public hospital in South Australia. My duties involve:
Supporting work site representatives (WSRs) in their roles within their work areas
Advocating for members ensuring their Enterprise Agreement, and Work Health and Safety Legislation is adhered to.
Consulting with members in relation to any proposed changes by the employer
Recruiting and retention of members and WSR's
Timeline
Professional Liaison Officer
Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation SA
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
DR Jones and Partners
01.2022 - 11.2022
Clinical Educator
CMAX
07.2021 - 11.2021
Clinical Services Coordinator
CMAX
05.2021 - 07.2021
Clinical Nurse. PACU
The Memorial Hospital
09.2019 - 05.2021
Acting Associate Nurse Unit Manager. ICCU
Flinders Medical Centre
02.2019 - 09.2019
Clinical Nurse. ICCU
Flinders Medical Centre
11.2017 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse. ICCU
Flinders Medical Centre
05.2015 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse. ICU
Flinders Private Hospital
02.2008 - 05.2015
Professional Certificate -
Clinical Education
Post Graduate Certificate -
Critical Care Nursing
Bachelor of Nursing -
Some College (No Degree) - Cert 4 in Training And Education
Plenty Training
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