Registered Nurse
Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District
2006 - 2024
- Provide high-quality care across acute medical, surgical, perioperative, and mental health presentations in a busy public hospital setting.
- Conduct comprehensive clinical and mental health assessments, monitoring patient status and responding appropriately to escalation, behavioural changes, or crisis situations.
- Support perioperative workflows including pre-op preparation, post-op monitoring, and safe recovery coordination.
- Lead and support nursing teams during allocated charge nurse shifts, managing patient flow, staff coordination, and clinical decision-making.
- Mentor and precept new graduate nurses, students, and junior staff, promoting clinical reasoning, safe practice, and professional growth.
- Coordinate care for patients with complex medical and psychosocial needs, collaborating with physicians, mental health clinicians, and allied health teams.
- Provide clear, compassionate communication to patients and families, maintaining dignity, respect, and emotional support.
- Medication administration.