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Kayley Addison

Bligh Park,Australia

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in vast range of both hospital and community environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals of all multidisciplinary positions to advance patient care. I am a dedicated professional with a proven track record in patient care, exemplified during tenure at St John Of God Hospital. Skilled in care planning and emotional support, consistently enhancing patient satisfaction and well-being. Expertise in documentation and team coordination, achieving significant improvements in care delivery and efficiency. Enjoy training and educating nursing students in delivering best patient care.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Animal Shelter Volunteer

Animal Welfare League
02.2024 - Current
  • Provided companionship and comfort to animals in need of extra love and attention.
  • Improved animal well-being by providing daily care, including feeding, grooming, and exercising.
  • Increased animal socialization by engaging in regular playtime sessions with both dogs and cats at the shelter.
  • Assisted in the successful adoption of animals by maintaining clean and inviting living spaces for potential adopters to visit.
  • Contributed to a positive shelter environment with thorough cleaning and sanitation of animal enclosures.
  • Ensured a safe environment for volunteers by following established protocols regarding animal handling and safety measures.
  • Monitored health of animals, reporting any issues to shelter staff for resolution.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

St John Of God Hospital
02.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
  • Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterization, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanour.
  • Managed caseload of 3-7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
  • Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
  • Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
  • Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
  • Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
  • Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
  • Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
  • Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and making recommendations for process enhancements.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
  • Cared for patients with a different range of intellectual and physical disability's

Certified Nursing Assistant In Training

Bupa Baulkham Hills Aged Care
11.2021 - 01.2023
  • Used effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations within the healthcare setting.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized environment, reducing the risk of infection for patients.
  • Provided customized care according to individual health plan.
  • Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning of bedridden patients, preserving skin integrity.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and assistance in daily living activities.
  • Delivered high-quality personal care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing, fostering a sense of dignity for each patient.
  • Managed time efficiently while prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring and reporting changes in health status to nursing staff.
  • Supported patients'' emotional well-being by developing trusting relationships and actively listening to concerns.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently responding to call lights and addressing individual needs.
  • Provided companionship during recreational activities, enhancing social engagement for residents within the facility.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities, staying up-to-date on best practices within the nursing assistant field.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop comprehensive care plans for residents.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Facilitated safe transfers and ambulation, promoting increased mobility among residents.
  • Conducted accurate vital sign measurements for timely identification of potential health issues.
  • Organized and managed patient charts and files.
  • Maintained thorough documentation of patient care tasks and progress towards treatment goals.
  • Aided in mealtime experiences that encouraged healthy eating habits while adhering to dietary restrictions.
  • Cleaned and sterilized medical instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Worked alongside certified nursing assistants to check vitals and tend to patient needs.
  • Contributed to efficient medication administration by accurately recording intake information under nurse supervision.
  • Worked closely with physical therapists to support patients'' personalized exercise regimens and rehabilitation efforts.
  • Answered phone- and Internet-based correspondences to address inquiries.
  • Offered nursing station clerical and data-entry assistance to streamline operations.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Provided care to patients with a range of intellectual and physical disability's

Homecare Worker

Kinder Caring
02.2020 - 01.2022
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress by documenting observations, interventions, outcomes, and any identified issues.
  • Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
  • Contributed to patients'' wellbeing by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through regular communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Eased family concerns by offering emotional support and guidance on various aspects of home care management.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Facilitated social engagement for isolated clients through engaging activities and companionship services that improved overall quality of life.
  • Assisted patients in meeting nutritional needs through meal planning, grocery shopping assistance, special dietary accommodations, and feeding support when necessary.
  • Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Promoted a safe home environment by performing thorough housekeeping tasks and maintaining cleanliness standards.
  • Supported client independence by providing transportation services to appointments, social events, and errands.
  • Improved patient mobility through assistance with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Utilized adaptive equipment as needed to accommodate patients'' physical limitations, enhancing their ability to perform daily living tasks independently.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Managed challenging behaviours effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques for dementia or cognitively impaired patients.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Assisted with end-of-life care.

Homecare Worker

Vitalis Health And Home Care
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress by documenting observations, interventions, outcomes, and any identified issues.
  • Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
  • Contributed to patients'' wellbeing by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through regular communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Eased family concerns by offering emotional support and guidance on various aspects of home care management.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Facilitated social engagement for isolated clients through engaging activities and companionship services that improved overall quality of life.
  • Assisted patients in meeting nutritional needs through meal planning, grocery shopping assistance, special dietary accommodations, and feeding support when necessary.
  • Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Promoted a safe home environment by performing thorough housekeeping tasks and maintaining cleanliness standards.
  • Supported client independence by providing transportation services to appointments, social events, and errands.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Improved patient mobility through assistance with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.

Barista

Muffin Break
07.2014 - 03.2020
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
  • Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.

Junior Accounts/Administrative Assistant

Infratherm Pty Ltd
10.2018 - 10.2019
  • Maintained organized filing systems for both electronic and physical documents, optimizing information retrieval efficiency.
  • Served as a resourceful point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders, addressing inquiries related to accounts payable or receivable processes with professionalism and courtesy.
  • Managed sensitive financial information with utmost confidentiality, maintaining trust among colleagues as well as clients during transactions or inquiries about account balances or transactions history.
  • Prepared financial reports for management review, contributing to informed decision-making and budget planning.
  • Optimized office supply inventory management, regularly reviewing stock levels and placing orders as needed to avoid shortages or excessive spending.
  • Working on MYOB, invoicing, purchase orders, reconciling and petty cash.
  • Paying bills, account payables and receivables
  • Debt collection

Volunteer Kennel Hand

Greyhound Rescue
01.2015 - 07.2016
  • Demonstrated commitment to animal welfare by adhering to strict guidelines for ethical treatment and reporting any concerns immediately to management personnel.
  • Cleaning Kennels
  • Handling Large dog breeds
  • Walking dogs
  • Community work, advertising and sales

Education

Bachelors Degree With Minor in Mental Health - Registered Nurse

University of Notre Dame Australia
Sydney, NSW
12.2022

Certificate III - Hospitality

Tafe Australia
Sydney, NSW
11.2018

Skills

  • Animal Care
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Patient Care
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Care Planning
  • Patient Management
  • Licensed RN
  • Team Coordination
  • Personal care needs
  • Mental Health Nursing
  • Home Health Care
  • Home care
  • Disability Awareness
  • Documentation skills
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Incident Reports
  • Disability Services
  • Mobility support
  • Computer Skills
  • Family Communication
  • Emotional Support

Interests

Hobbies include: Animal welfare, music, camping and four wheel driving.

Timeline

Animal Shelter Volunteer

Animal Welfare League
02.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

St John Of God Hospital
02.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant In Training

Bupa Baulkham Hills Aged Care
11.2021 - 01.2023

Homecare Worker

Vitalis Health And Home Care
02.2021 - 11.2021

Homecare Worker

Kinder Caring
02.2020 - 01.2022

Junior Accounts/Administrative Assistant

Infratherm Pty Ltd
10.2018 - 10.2019

Volunteer Kennel Hand

Greyhound Rescue
01.2015 - 07.2016

Barista

Muffin Break
07.2014 - 03.2020

Bachelors Degree With Minor in Mental Health - Registered Nurse

University of Notre Dame Australia

Certificate III - Hospitality

Tafe Australia

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