Kate Leddick
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable Registered Nurse with over 26 years of experience across surgical, acute, and community care settings. Skilled in perioperative support, patient care, and collaborative team-based practice. Known for remaining calm under pressure, building strong rapport with patients and colleagues, and delivering consistently high-quality care.
I am now looking to apply these transferable skills in a clinical setting, broader health-based environment, or people-focused role where empathy, reliability, and professionalism make a meaningful difference. I’m energised by purpose-driven work within supportive, values-led teams.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Practice Manager
Renew Health clinic
Melbourne, Victoria
11.2024 - Current
- Responsible for receiving, assisting and directing patients in accessing the appropriate service and health care professional in a courteous, efficient way
- Provide efficient, helpful, informative and supportive reception and administrative services to patients and members of the clinic team
- Collaboration with other healthcare providers across multiple disciplines in order to ensure quality care for patients.
- Maintain financial records, including billing and accounts receivable and payable.
- Resolved escalated customer service issues in a timely manner while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
- Supplies and inventory maintenance.
Registered Nurse Scrub/scout Nurse
Victoria Nurse Agency
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2016 - Current
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented treatment plans.
- Adapted to various hospital environments and specialities across Melbourne.
- Ability to work with multidisciplinary team members and deliver consistent care.
- Ability to learn new procedures and familiarise self with different hospital systems. Including Electronic medical records systems.
- Assisted surgeons during surgical procedures.
- Preparing theatre for scheduled theatre lists including equipment and instruments.
- Adhere to infection control protocols and ensure a sterile environment for the patient.
Registered Nurse
Austin Health
Heidelberg, Victoria
10.2013 - 11.2024
- Operating suite nurse (Scrub/scout) across surgical specialities: Urology, Colorectal, ENT, Upper GI, Plastics and general surgery, Bariatric, Laparoscopic, and IVF.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe environment in the operating room at all times.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to optimise patient outcomes
- Proficiency in instrumentation and surgical workflows.
- Rotation of stock and ordering when necessary (ensuring minimal waste)
- Attended National surgeons conference and assisted in building relationships to support product engagement utilising clinical knowledge in the laparoscopic field. (2017 - sales consultant role)
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatments, tests results and medication administration in the electronic health record system.
- Performed sterile techniques, surgical counts, wound care and post-operative dressing changes.
- Responded quickly and effectively to any emergency situations that arose during surgery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients undergoing surgery.
Surgical Liaison Nurse
Austin health
Heidelberg, Victoria
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Managed elective surgery pathways and theatre utilisation.
- Preadmission and post op care planning, including rural patient coordination.
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings and implemented care changes.
- Liaised with allied health, family and patient, to deliver the best care option for the patient.
- Prioritising category status for patients on the waiting list, and streamlining the surgical journey.
- Patient advocacy a priority, whilst treating 'in turn'.
Surgical Liaison Nurse
St Vincents public Hospital
Fitzroy, Victoria
01.2009 - 03.2012
- Managed elective surgery lists and streamlined theatre coordination
- Advocated for patients in a collaborative care setting.
- Liaised with allied health, family and patient, to deliver the best care option for the patient.
- Patient advocacy a priority, whilst treating 'in turn'.
- Participated in multidisciplinary planning meetings.
Registered Nurse
QFG day theatres
Brisbane, Queensland
08.2004 - 08.2008
- Assisted with orientation of new personnel within the day surgery department.
- Coordinated with surgeons to ensure seamless transition between pre-op, OR and PACU phases of surgery.
- Assisted physicians during surgical procedures by providing necessary supplies and instruments.
- Theatre manager duties covering leave.
- Managed surgical scheduling, inventory and rep liaison.
- Performed duties across preoperative stages: anaesthetics, scrub/scout, recovery and post op calls.
Education
Certificate Iv in Small Business - Business
Sarina Russo Institute
Melbourne11-2023
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD12-2006
Bachelor of Health Science - Digital Health
Torrens University Australia
MelbourneSkills
Technical Skills and Professional and interpersonal skills
- Surgical and perioperative coordination
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
- Venepuncture and clinical procedures
- Infection control, OH&S, BLS, CPR
- Inventory & equipment management
- Financial management in clinical settings
- AHPRA registration – RN Division 1
- Ongoing professional development
- Patient advocacy & communication
- Conflict resolution & diplomacy
- Team collaboration & leadership
- Emotional intelligence & cultural awareness
- High-pressure decision-making
- Rapport building with patients, staff and customers
- Strong listening & observation Skills
- Adaptability in dynamic environments
- Ability to work with multidisciplinary team members
Affiliations
I am a dynamic, growth-minded individual passionate about personal and professional development. I enjoy regular kettlebell training, stand-up paddle boarding, exploring rural Victoria and photography.
Certification
- Working with children check
- Drivers license
- AHPRA registration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Practice Manager
Renew Health clinic
11.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Scrub/scout Nurse
Victoria Nurse Agency
01.2016 - Current
Surgical Liaison Nurse
Austin health
09.2014 - 09.2015
Registered Nurse
Austin Health
10.2013 - 11.2024
Surgical Liaison Nurse
St Vincents public Hospital
01.2009 - 03.2012
Registered Nurse
QFG day theatres
08.2004 - 08.2008
Certificate Iv in Small Business - Business
Sarina Russo Institute
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Queensland University of Technology
Bachelor of Health Science - Digital Health
Torrens University Australia
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