Kathleen Booth
Deception Bay,QLD
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in medication administration, patient assessments, and wound management. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction and improving recovery times through effective care initiatives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Wesley Hospital
10.2016 - Current
- Led patient care initiatives, enhancing recovery times and improving overall patient satisfaction.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and ensuring adherence to best practices in nursing care.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based protocols to streamline patient assessment processes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans and improve health outcomes for diverse patient populations.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring accuracy in clinical assessments and timely interventions.
- Evaluated patient progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting care strategies as needed to meet individual needs.
- Participated in quality improvement projects aimed at reducing readmission rates through enhanced discharge planning processes.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Practical Nurse
Moreton Bay Medical Centre
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on clinical procedures and best practices for patient care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and evaluate effectiveness of interventions.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Led quality improvement initiatives resulting in enhanced patient satisfaction scores and workflow efficiency.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and ensuring adherence to standards of practice.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication during handoff reports with colleagues regarding pertinent patient information.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Ensured timely wound care for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
- Executed precise medication administration through thorough understanding of dosages, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans that promoted optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and necessary equipment were available as needed.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients on disease management strategies, enabling them to make informed decisions about their healthcare.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, working closely with families to address concerns or questions regarding treatment options.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Nursing
Griffith University
QLD12-1996
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- ecg
- vacinations
- wound management
- Aassisting in minor proceedures
- health assessments
- childhood vacinations
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Physical assessments
- Patient evaluation
- Collecting vitals
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Insulin medication assistance
- Chronic disease management
- Chest pain management
- Medical recordkeeping
- Geriatric nursing
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Palliative care awareness
- Mental health nursing
- Seizure management
- Call triaging
- Supply restocking
- Evaluations
Accomplishments
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Moreton Bay Medical Centre
03.2025 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse
Wesley Hospital
10.2016 - Current
Bachelor Degree - Nursing
Griffith University