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Work History
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Certification
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Kelly Berg

HORNSBY HEIGHTS,NSW

Summary

Versatile Registered Nurse delivering high quality care to patients in the emergency setting. A proven leader showing skills guiding the nursing team towards achieving patient care goals and improving overall satisfaction.

Focused on continually driving innovation and improving outcomes

Organised and knowledgeable experienced in triaging and treating patients

Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure

recognised for collaborating well with the Doctors to maintain healthcare practices to improve outcomes

Delivers good judgement applying policies and procedures in stressful situations

Well versed in pain management and injury rehabilitation

Offers caring bedside manner implementing skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment

Demonstrates technical knowledge, leadership skills and clinical expertise

Proficient in updating, monitoring and working with staff to optimize patient outcomes

Quality driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Nurse

Loreto Normanhurst
11.2023 - Current
  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
  • Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
  • Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
  • Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
  • Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
  • Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
  • Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
  • Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.

Registered Nurse

Northern Sydney Local Health District
02.2002 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

University of Western Sydney
Parramatta, NSW
02-2002

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassionate care
  • Emergency medical treatment
  • Airway management
  • Trauma nursing
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Emergency triage
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking
  • Blood draw and sample collection
  • Training staff
  • Time management abilities

Accomplishments

  • Achieved 100% by completing Advanced Life Support annual assessement with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Supervised team of all emergency staff members for Manual Handling certifier.
  • Collaborated with team of all emergency staff in the development of hand hygiene and infection control.
  • Achieved competency through effectively helping with fire and safety theory and practical annual assessment.

Certification

  • CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse
  • CPEN - Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse

Timeline

School Nurse

Loreto Normanhurst
11.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Northern Sydney Local Health District
02.2002 - Current

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

University of Western Sydney

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