KATE MCGOWAN
STIRLING,SA
Summary
I am adventurous, adaptable and professional. My career in nursing has taken me across Australia and around the world, including the Middle East, the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Islands. I have enjoyed many and varied roles over the past 23 years and have volunteered in Uganda and Nepal, learning so much about other cultures and health systems. I found interest in Travel Medicine, a rare specialty combining my love of health and travel. Unfortunately, the clinic closed when Covid came along. Currently I am working with virtual heath, delivering acute care services within the home. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Coordinator for the Virtual Hospital
Calvary Amplar Health Joint Venture – My Home Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Coordinating acute care for hospital avoidance in SA hospitals
- Clinical Integrated Nurse attending patients in own homes for assessments and treatment
- Balance of working from home / office
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate interventions.
- Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, facilitating referrals and collaboration on behalf of patients.
- Conducted regular evaluations of care plan effectiveness, making necessary adjustments based on feedback from patients and providers.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Advocated for patients'' rights within the healthcare system, working diligently to address concerns or barriers to care.
Business Owner - Sole Trader
Self Employed
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Conducted market research to inform product development decisions and identify potential growth areas.
- Collaborated with fellow sole traders within the industry for mutually beneficial alliances.
- Managed all aspects of business finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
PopUp Health – SAPOL program
01.2020 - 01.2022
- I was working as solo nurse in the Police City watch House and the other police cell complexes around Adelaide
- Drugs / alcohol / chronic illness / mental health / violence / antisocial behaviour.
Travel Bug - Travel Medicine and Vaccination Clinic
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Consulting on vaccinations for travel, knowledge of National Immunization Program, knowledge of current world health issues and public health, extensive understanding of geography
- The Travel Bug closed due to Covid and I had to find other work.
St Andrews Hospital Critical Care Unit
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Case load includes cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, joint replacements, bowel and urogenital surgery.
Benson Radiology working in the hospital branches
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Assisting with procedures
- Daily management of flow of inpatients and outpatients
Clinical Nurse
International Health And Medical Service
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and smooth operations.
MY Meduse Superyacht
01.2013 - 01.2014
- World-wide itinerary with performing housekeeping and nursing duties.
International Health and Medical Service (IHMS)
01.2012 - 01.2013
Royal Adelaide Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Registered Nurse – Triage, Resuscitation team, Coordinating
- Registered Nurse L2 - Workflow Coordinator – Emergency Department
King Fahad National Guard Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Nursing members of the Saudi Royal Family
- 2008 Clinical Nurse Coordinator IMCU (High Dependency Unit) 2007 Staff nurse 1 - Adult Intensive Care Unit
- 2006 Staff Nurse 1 - Critical Care, Emergency Department.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Royal Adelaide Hospital
01.2006 - 09.2006
RN (L3) Locum Nurse with Nganampa Health Services, Pitjanjara Lands of SA
01.2004 - 01.2006
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2006
Registered Nurse
Launceston General Hospitalceston
01.2001 - 12.2002
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Masonic Homes, Launceston, Tasmania
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Carer and then Registered Nurse.
Education
Graduate Certificate in Digital Health -
01.2024
Graduate Certificate Tropical Medicine -
01.2020
Graduate Diploma in Intensive Care Unit Nursing -
01.2018
Graduate Certificate in Advanced Emergency Nursing Practice -
01.2005
Graduate Certificate in Emergency Nursing -
01.2004
Bachelor Nursing -
University Tasmania
01.2001
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patient confidentiality
Certification
Licensed to practice nursing in Australia – AHPRA registration
Volunteer Experience
- Uganda, March 2019
- ANZICS / ACCCN Intensive Care ASM, Oct 2018
- Nepal, 2010
- Kids Foundation - Adelaide
References
- Jasmine Grey, Registered Nurse, Benson Radiology, 0414 432 486
- Emma Smith, Registered Nurse, SA Health, 0438 932 796, Emsmithy75@outlook.com
Timeline
Care Coordinator for the Virtual Hospital
Calvary Amplar Health Joint Venture – My Home Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Business Owner - Sole Trader
Self Employed
01.2020 - 01.2022
PopUp Health – SAPOL program
01.2020 - 01.2022
Travel Bug - Travel Medicine and Vaccination Clinic
01.2019 - 01.2020
St Andrews Hospital Critical Care Unit
01.2017 - 01.2020
Clinical Nurse
International Health And Medical Service
01.2015 - 04.2016
Benson Radiology working in the hospital branches
01.2014 - 01.2017
MY Meduse Superyacht
01.2013 - 01.2014
International Health and Medical Service (IHMS)
01.2012 - 01.2013
Royal Adelaide Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2012
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Royal Adelaide Hospital
01.2006 - 09.2006
King Fahad National Guard Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01.2006 - 01.2010
RN (L3) Locum Nurse with Nganampa Health Services, Pitjanjara Lands of SA
01.2004 - 01.2006
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2006
Registered Nurse
Launceston General Hospitalceston
01.2001 - 12.2002
Masonic Homes, Launceston, Tasmania
01.1999 - 01.2002
Graduate Certificate in Digital Health -
Graduate Certificate Tropical Medicine -
Graduate Diploma in Intensive Care Unit Nursing -
Graduate Certificate in Advanced Emergency Nursing Practice -
Graduate Certificate in Emergency Nursing -
Bachelor Nursing -
University Tasmania
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