Kelly Anne McChord

My current role is multi-faceted. I provide nursing and medical services, and care, to patients with acute and chronic conditions.

Over the past few years, I have offered consultations for the management of menopause and women's health. I am competent in IUD insertion and have presented at several conferences on oestrogen deficient skin and the importance of the menopause consultation in all areas of healthcare. I have also had several publications regarding this. I am very passionate about raising awareness of the effects of oestrogen deficiency on all body systems.

I am responsible for skin cancer screening, excision of lesions and patient education surrounding skin cancer risk factors. My role in minor dermatology enables me to assess, manage and work with patients to develop treatment plans for conditions like acne, rosacea, and eczema, prescribing topical treatments, oral medications, and recommending lifestyle changes.

I am also responsible for IV Vitamin, Iron infusions and IM injections. I have 15 years experience working in cosmetic medicine and use multiple modalities to assist the facial and body aging process, including resurfacing laser, chemical peels, bio-stimulating and bio-remodelling injections. I am therefore proficient in skin assessment, managing burns and wound healing.

I work closely with edocrinologists, surgeons, dermatologists, plastic surgeons, GP's and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for my patients. I often refer patients for imaging and more complex procedures or treatments.

• My role as a clinical trainer is vital for ensuring that healthcare professionals, such as nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, and dentists, are properly trained in the safe and effective administration of platelet rich plasma (PRP).
• PRP is used to improve the quality and appearance of skin, for improvement of scarring, hair growth and joint injections for musculoskeletal issues.
• My role is to provides detailed, step-by-step training, including presentations, to ensure that trainees understand the principles, anatomy, and correct injection techniques, as well as potential complications. One of the key components of training is providing hands-on practice to reaffirm written and visual education. I do this autonomously at various clinics around Perth.

• In this role, I teach the foundational knowledge required for facial assessment and injectable treatments, including the anatomy of the face, muscles involved in facial expressions, and the vascular system. Understanding anatomy is critical for safe injection practices and avoiding complications. I am required to demonstrate proper injection techniques for different types of injectables, focusing on precision and safety.
• I have to collaborate with management to implement updated policies or procedures based on observed trends from previous training cycles or evaluations of staff performance in practice settings.
• Contribute to constantly improving patient care quality by equipping clinicians with up-to-date knowledge in best practices, methodologies, and technologies.
• I am also required to present publicly, often at conferences and symposiums.

• This advanced role included triage of patients, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests (blood tests, imaging), diagnosis and initiation of treatments for common emergency conditions such as fractures, respiratory infections, minor injuries, ocular issues and minor trauma. I would perform various procedures within my scope of practice, which may include eye injuries, wound suturing, splinting fractures or administering IV/IM medications. We were also responsible for the decision to admit to, or discharge from hospital, with appropriate referral pathways and follow up appointments in place.
• My duty is to always provide education to patients and their families regarding their condition, treatment options, and recovery process. This may include advice on lifestyle modifications, follow-up care, and preventing future emergencies.

Selected, evaluated and designed lesson plans to meet academic objectives. Created and designed tests and projects to assess student knowledge.

Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.

Collaborated to improve curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.

Supported and motivated students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.

Responsible for marking assigments and providing feedback to students.

Responsible for delivering education regarding all aspects of nursing care as an Enrolled Nurse.

Clinical facilitation of students during practical experience.

Demonstrate and assess students during simulation of treatments.

Evaluate student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.

Collaborate with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.

Participate in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with evidence based practice.

• This role involved designing, delivering and evaluating educational programs, as well as promoting a culture of learning and growth within the team. My goal was to ensure that staff were orientated to their department, well-trained, competent, and up-to-date on the latest clinical practices, technologies, and healthcare regulations.
• As an ALS2 instructor, I was responsible for BLS training to staff and was a main part of the cardiac arrest and MET team.

• My role was to triage telephone calls in the morning and delegate patients to GP, NP or Practice Nurse.
• My clinical role in the afternoon would be to perform face to face assessment, management and treatment of patients.
• This included health promotion and primary health prevention strategies, including screening and immunisation clinics.

• My main role within the ED was working in the acute care areas, such as Triage and the Resuscitation Room.
• We would routinely monitor vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen levels) to assess a patient’s stability and track changes in their condition. I was responsible for administering medications, including schedule 4 and 8 pain relief, sedatives, antibiotics, and IV fluids, based on physician orders and established protocols. I am therefore competent in venipuncture and cannulation.
• I was also responsible for ALS1 and ALS2 teaching and training for the departmental staff.