Kathryn Gregory
NMW0002338495 Nirimba ,QLD
Summary
I am a patient-focused Perioperative Nurse with 3 years' experience in anaesthetics, circulating/instrumental and recovery nursing. My passion is in anaesthetic nursing and I wish to expand my scope of practice in a hospital that have more specialities. I have knowledge in airway management, anaesthetic agents and equipment and thrive in assisting Anaesthetists in crisis situations with a calm approach and exceptional verbal communication to ensure the best possible patient outcome. I have the ability to work effectively under pressure by conducting primary and secondary assessments and ensuring I maintain closed loop communication with Anaesthetist and the surgical team.
I align my nursing practice with the ACORN and NMBA standards to provide evidence-based patient care and positive patient outcomes. I am dependable, reliable and always willing to go extra mile.
I have IWFM experience and am currently completing the departments rosters which include all scrub/scout, anaesthetic and recovery nursing staff.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Caboolture Hospital
09.2021 - Current
- Experienced in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, · Ear, Nose and Throat, Dental, General surgeries and Endoscopy procedures in all scrub/scout, anaesthetics and recovery
- Maintained compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and national nursing standards through diligent adherence to established protocols.
- Supported surgical teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining composed demeanour, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided quality perioperative care by closely monitoring patients throughout their surgical procedures
- Improved patient satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering support before and after surgery.
- Reduced surgical site infections through meticulous adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
- Facilitated successful surgeries by setting up equipment properly, positioning patients correctly, and performing necessary counts of instruments and supplies before each procedure.
- Provide PACU (Post Anaesthetic Care Unit) care; monitoring airways, observations, and pain levels, identifying patient deterioration and responding accordingly to prevent emergent conditions. Discharge planning, documentation and post operative patient education.
- Accurate and timely documentation and exceptional proficiency and confidence in usage of AARK and ORMIS systems
- Confident in completing and conducting WHO surgical safety checklist while building a rapport with patients
- Participated on a multi-disciplinary team to provide professional patient care
- Administered IV fluids and medications including antibiotics, opioid's, inotrope's, PCA's, Epidural medication and opioid infusions in alignment to Caboolture's policy and guidelines.
- Great communication skills with Anaesthetist's, Surgeon's, and fellow perioperative nurses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Excellent time management skills to ensure theatre lists turnaround times are short by collecting patients within an appropriate time frame
Education
Graduate Certificate - Clinical Nursing (Perioperative)
Australian Catholic University
Brisbane, QLD10.2025
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing Science
University of The Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast, QLD12.2019
Bachelor of Business - Business
Torrens University Australia
Brisbane, QLD11.2017
Skills
- Patient Assessments, Clinical judgment, and Problem-solving abilities
- Airway Management
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Neonatal, Paediatric & Adult Resuscitation
Timeline
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Caboolture Hospital
09.2021 - Current
Graduate Certificate - Clinical Nursing (Perioperative)
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing Science
University of The Sunshine Coast
Bachelor of Business - Business
Torrens University Australia
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