Katrina Smith

Worked efficiently within a team nursing environment. Trained in the role of shift coordinator which involved supporting staff as required, delegating and prioritising tasks, and managing the flow of admissions and discharges on the ward.

Provided thorough and diligent nursing care to a variety of patients with complex health histories. Educated patients and families on diagnosis presentations, management and treatment.

Performed duties in accordance with standards and policies within the admission clinic, holding bays, discharge unit and overnight short stay suite. Provided education and assistance to patients throughout their admission, including pre operative phone calls, discharge planning care and post operative follow up surveys.

Provided care within a 14 bed unit where my role was to assess and prepare patients for admission, theatre and discharge. Worked in an organized team environment to facilitate the appropriate education and support of patients undergoing various procedures.

Delivered care to a range of surgical patients including orthopedics, general surgical, ENT, urology and O&G specialties. Performed efficiently within a team nursing environment providing pre and post op care and education.

Maintained efficiency and enthusiasm in a fast- paced environment supporting patients and family alongside the process from admission to discharge. The Rapid Assessment Medical Unit cared for a large range of patients in a timely and effective manner. This ward has allowed me to expand my nursing skills including the facilitation of early diagnosis, treatment and education for patients whilst improving hospital flow.

Delivered care to a variety of complex patients including the escalation of those who were acutely unwell, management and education of chronic conditions, rotation within the acute stroke unit and supporting patient and family through the journey of palliative care.

Exceptional leadership and assistance skills working with an individual during end of life care. Skills such as providing emotional support to the individual and involved family members, safe manual handling and assisting with daily tasks in order to work towards improved quality of life. Leadership skills as a manager of 10 other caregivers in the team involved completing weekly rosters, delegating tasks, training new staff and resolving concerns.