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Karin Schroeter

Lilydale,Victoria

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with many years experience in direct patient care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and problem solving. Skilled multitasker who enjoys collaborating with the rest of the health care team to optimise patient outcomes. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments and care coordination.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse - Aged Care

Advent Care Nursing Home
03.2021 - 09.2021
  • Registered nurse in aged care home
  • 28 hours per week
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.

Registered Nurse Cardio-thoracic Unit

Cabrini Hospital – 1 North
04.2012 - 07.2019

Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.

Registered Nurse

Health on Call Agency
01.2003 - 02.2012
  • Registered Nurse casual 3 days per week
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Predominantly cardio-thoracic, cardiology or coronary care units in Melbourne

Charge Nurse

CENTRAL PARK NURSING HOME
09.2003 - 08.2005
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.

Registered Nurse Cardio-Thoracic Unit

CABRINI HOSPITAL
01.1999 - 08.2003
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reliever in cardiac rehabilitation program

Registered nurse

MALVERN NURSES AGENCY
06.1998 - 02.1999

Registered Nurse

OXFORD AUNTS NURSING AGANCY
12.1993 - 09.1994

Midwifery student

BLACKTOWN DISTRICT HOSPITAL
05.1990 - 07.1991

Registered Nurse

WESTMEAD HOSPITAL
03.1990 - 01.1991

Education

Certificate of Midwifery -

Blacktown Hospital
Blacktown, NSW
05-1991

Certificate of Nursing -

Royal Melbourne Hospital School of Nursing
Parkville, VIC
08-1988

Skills

  • Patient assessments
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Complex problem-solving
  • Personal care needs
  • Care plan development

Certification

First Aid Certificate II with CPR

NDIS Accreditation

Current Police Check

Wound Care Course 2018 Cabrini Hospital

ANUMs and Emerging Leader Series. Cabrini Hospital 2017

Timeline

Registered Nurse - Aged Care

Advent Care Nursing Home
03.2021 - 09.2021

Registered Nurse Cardio-thoracic Unit

Cabrini Hospital – 1 North
04.2012 - 07.2019

Charge Nurse

CENTRAL PARK NURSING HOME
09.2003 - 08.2005

Registered Nurse

Health on Call Agency
01.2003 - 02.2012

Registered Nurse Cardio-Thoracic Unit

CABRINI HOSPITAL
01.1999 - 08.2003

Registered nurse

MALVERN NURSES AGENCY
06.1998 - 02.1999

Registered Nurse

OXFORD AUNTS NURSING AGANCY
12.1993 - 09.1994

Midwifery student

BLACKTOWN DISTRICT HOSPITAL
05.1990 - 07.1991

Registered Nurse

WESTMEAD HOSPITAL
03.1990 - 01.1991

First Aid Certificate II with CPR

NDIS Accreditation

Current Police Check

Wound Care Course 2018 Cabrini Hospital

ANUMs and Emerging Leader Series. Cabrini Hospital 2017

Certificate of Midwifery -

Blacktown Hospital

Certificate of Nursing -

Royal Melbourne Hospital School of Nursing
Karin Schroeter