Kathryn Zasso
Upper Lansdowne,NSW
Summary
I am a compassionate healthcare worker with a longstanding background in Aged Care Nursing, with a passion for providing person-centered care through building strong relationships with clientele and their support network. Through teamwork and collaboration with all members of the health network I strive to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Commuity Registered Nurse
Healthcare Australia
Taree, NSW
06.2024 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviours and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviours and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure customers' needs were met promptly and accurately.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Community Registered Nurse
Mayo Home Nursing
Taree, NSW
06.2020 - 06.2024
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Registered Nurse
NSW Health
Taree, NSW
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Counselled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviours and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
Enrolled Nurse
Anglican Care
Taree, NSW
08.2009 - 12.2019
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Provided guidance to new employees regarding policies and procedures within the organization.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW11-2019
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing Practice
TAFE NSW
Taree, NSW02-2016
Skills
- Health care consultation
- Community advocate
- Patient care planning
- Care plan development
- Direct patient care
- Long-term care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Palliative and pain management
- Geriatric treatment
- Patient relations
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Commuity Registered Nurse
Healthcare Australia
06.2024 - Current
Community Registered Nurse
Mayo Home Nursing
06.2020 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
NSW Health
02.2019 - 06.2020
Enrolled Nurse
Anglican Care
08.2009 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Newcastle
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing Practice
TAFE NSW
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