Kayla-Maree Freeman
Stanthorpe,AU
Summary
- Adaptable and enthusiastic graduate registered nurse with six months experience working in a general rural hospital on a busy acute ward, seeking to relocate to the Gold Coast.
- With a strong focus on building therapeutic relationships, I am ready for a new opportunity to apply exceptional nursing skills in an Aged Care setting on a permanent full-time basis, desiring work-life balance with preferences for a Monday to Friday role and morning shifts, with flexibility and willingness to work additional shifts if required.
- With two years of prior experience as a personal carer in Aged while completing my nursing, I am a strong team player with the foundational skills to support and care for its residents while demonstrating quality leadership skills.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Registered Nurse
Stanthorpe Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated proficiency in handling complex and varied medical conditions while maintaining a high standard of patient-centered care.
- Delivered specialized care to patients with cardiac, surgical, renal, respiratory, mental health, trauma, and palliative needs.
- Provided comprehensive care in a rural acute ward setting, managing a diverse patient population including pediatric, elderly, and individuals from various cultural backgrounds.
- Developed strong assessment skills through regular monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic findings to inform decision-making regarding treatment plans.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, including intravenous infusions, blood products, intramuscular, subcutaneous and oral medications.
- Adhered to infection control protocols, including hand hygiene and non-touch techniques
- Assessed for signs of infection and managed wound dressings
- Early detection of a deteriorating patient, implementing early escalation and intervention.
- Supported the implementation of evidence-based practice initiatives, resulting in improved quality of care for patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families coping with acute illness or chronic conditions, fostering trustful relationships with them throughout their healthcare journey.
- Increased efficiency through accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans
- Formulated and executed discharge planning to ensure continuity of care
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide optimal patient care.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth by attending continuing education courses regularly, staying up-to-date on best practices in nursing, and implementing reflective practice.
Assistant in Nurse
Allity Aged Care
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Assist residents with daily activities, including showering, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, and eating.
- Delivered pressure area care by maintaining dryness and repositioning residents based on their individual needs.
- Assist Registered Nurses with medication rounds adhering to the nine rights of medication.
- Assist residents with transfer and ambulation by following correct manual handling techniques.
- Developed rapport with residents and responded appropriately to their physical, emotional, and cognitive needs.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Southern Cross University
Gold Coast, QLD12.2023
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Health Promotion
- Compassion and Empathy
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time Management
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Multitasking and Prioritization
CREDENTIALS:
Unrestricted Registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with AHPRA
Current Working with Children Check QLD and NSW (Blue Card)
Current QLD and NSW Health Mandatory Vaccination Requirements
Current NDIS Worker Screening (Yellow Card)
Current mask fit test
Additional training completed
- Care of the elderly, palliative care and end of life care
- CVAD, cannulation and venepuncture
- Basic life support (current CPR and first aid)
- Advanced life support
- Manual handling
- Clinical transfusion practice
- Trauma-informed care
- Cardiac care
- Care of the paediatric patient
Clinical Placement Summary
- Gold Coast Private Hospital acute ward: 74.5 hours
- Gold Coast University Hospital renal ward: 112 hours
- Gold Coast Community Health: 120 hours
- Recovery Camp mental health: 80 hours
- Pindara Private Hospital paediatric ward: 122 hours
- Gold Coast University Hospital respiratory ward: 40 hours
Clinical facilitator ANSAT feedback:
- “Kayla-Maree has demonstrated the ability to provide holistic nursing care by considering her focus patient’s social history.”
- “Kayla-Maree's demonstration of her ability to correlate concepts such as patient’s diagnosis, treatment options and nursing cares were evident in providing sound clinical rationale.”
- “You have quality leadership skills which I have all belief that you will continue to develop as you progress in your degree.”
- “Kayla is doing a phenomenal job…Her strengths have been her adaptability and communication skills.”
Timeline
Graduate Registered Nurse
Stanthorpe Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Assistant in Nurse
Allity Aged Care
12.2021 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Southern Cross University
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