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Work History
Education
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Community Service
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KATE MACDONALD

Nightcliff,Australia

Summary

Competent and caring professional offering several years of coordinating and carrying out patient care in high-volume hospital environments. Demonstrated performing with speed and accuracy to assess patients, deliver treatments, and delegate tasks. Proven history of advocating for patient needs and fostering top-quality care.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Enrolled Nurse

Red Cross Blood Donor Centre
Darwin, NT
06.2024 - Current
  • Performed phlebotomy using aseptic techniques to ensure donor safety.
  • Performed venipuncture and capillary punctures on donors to collect blood samples for testing.
  • Responded promptly to donor adverse reactions, including vasovagal and allergic responses.
  • Executed opening and closing procedures independently or collaboratively.
  • Managed stock rotations and initiated orders to maintain optimal inventory levels.
  • Contributed to team efficiency in a fast-paced environment, receiving positive feedback for service quality.
  • Ensured accuracy of labels attached to each sample container prior to shipment out of lab.
  • Coordinated with laboratory personnel to provide timely delivery of specimens.
  • Conducted pre-screening interviews with potential donors according to established protocols.
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork and entering data into computer systems.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations regarding blood collection procedures.
  • Troubleshot technical issues that arose during the course of specimen collection activities.
  • Provided education to donors regarding proper preparation before, during and post donating blood.

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Royal Darwin Hospital
Darwin, NT
10.2022 - Current
  • Obtained graduate experience in 2B/General Surgical and Inpatient Psychiatric Unit (IPU) with ongoing involvement in the wards.
  • Delivering safe, evidence-based, and high-quality care to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Strict adherence to procedures and quality control, prioritising timely and efficient execution.
  • Cultivate and sustain positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues, especially in high-stress situations.
  • Provide culturally sensitive and appropriate care, with a focus on serving the needs of Indigenous Australians.
  • Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team, fostering improved patient outcomes.
  • Exhibit strong communication skills in a team environment, contributing to enhanced patient care.
  • Proficient use of relevant documentation systems within the facility, including EMMA, CARESYS, MIYA, and ACACIA.

Education Assistant

Parkwood Green Primary School
01.2017 - 10.2020
  • Offering dedicated educational support to students and teachers within the classroom setting.
  • Planning and implementing effective behavior management strategies in alignment with established policies and procedures.
  • Recording, organising, and filing comprehensive reports and information for students, families, and teachers.
  • Strategically planning and executing teaching strategies for small groups during COVID lockdowns, utilising various software programs including Microsoft Office.
  • Played a crucial role in maintaining a positive and conducive learning environment for both students and teachers.
  • Collaborated with teachers to create and implement engaging learning experiences, fostering student success and participation.
  • Demonstrated strong organisational skills in recording and filing reports, ensuring accessibility of information for all stakeholders.
  • Adapted quickly to the challenges presented by COVID lockdowns, utilising technology to facilitate effective small group teaching.

Personal Care Worker

Heathcote Health
11.2020 - 01.2020
  • Delivering high-quality care to meet the diverse needs of patients within the facility.
  • Adhering to established procedures and maintaining rigorous quality control in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Recording and processing daily observations systematically through the relevant documentation systems.
  • Nurturing and maintaining constructive connections with patients, families, and colleagues, particularly during challenging and high-pressure scenarios.
  • Actively participated in ongoing training and professional development to stay current on best practices in personal care.

Education

Diploma of Nursing -

Goulburn Ovens TAFE Seymour
01.2021

Cert III in Education Support -

Apprenticeships Group Australia
01.2018

Bachelor of Nursing And Paramedicine -

Australian Catholic University
Ballarat, VIC

Skills

  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • Venipuncture procedures
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Specimen coordination
  • Patient education
  • Quality control
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Time management
  • Workflow and patient management
  • Wound management
  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration

Certification

  • VCE Certificate (2015)
  • Certificate III – Education Support
  • Diploma – Nursing
  • Current First Aid (incl. CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis)
  • Current OCHRE Card
  • Current National Police Check

Community Service

  • Riding Disability Association in the Top End, Volunteer, 2022-03, Present, Assist with preparing the horses for the day's lessons by grooming, saddling, and warming them up., Act as a leader or side walker for individuals with disabilities during the classes as they ride the horses.
  • Donor for Lifeblood Australia, Donor, Frequently since the age of 18 donating blood and plasma at LifeBlood centres across Australia

References

Given upon request

Timeline

Enrolled Nurse

Red Cross Blood Donor Centre
06.2024 - Current

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Royal Darwin Hospital
10.2022 - Current

Personal Care Worker

Heathcote Health
11.2020 - 01.2020

Education Assistant

Parkwood Green Primary School
01.2017 - 10.2020

Diploma of Nursing -

Goulburn Ovens TAFE Seymour

Cert III in Education Support -

Apprenticeships Group Australia

Bachelor of Nursing And Paramedicine -

Australian Catholic University

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