KELLY RICE
Balhannah,SA
Summary
Competent and caring professional experienced in delivering high-quality care to clients in residential aged care. Offering proven skills in client care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and palliative care ensuring that clients receive the best care possible and that their rights and preferences are respected.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Enrolled Nurse
Lobethal & Districts Aged Homes
Lobethal , SA
04.2019 - Current
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Administered treatments and medications including oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular in accordance with doctors' orders, and monitored patients for reactions and side effects.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
Personal Care Assistant
Estia
Aldgate, SA
04.2013 - 03.2016
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Maintained records of client care plans and progress notes.
- Encouraged independence by assisting with mobility issues and providing instruction on safety precautions.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
Volunteer Administration Support
Carer Wellness Centre
Strathalbyn, SA
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Refresher Program Certificate - Enrolled Nurse/Division 2
Australian College of Nursing
Adelaide, SA01-2023
Diploma - Enrolled/Division 2
TAFESA
Mount Barker, SA12-2017
Certificate 3 - Community Services - Aged Care
TAFESA
Mount Barker, SA12-2004
Skills
- Geriatric Care
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Compassionate Care
- Palliative Care
- Medication Administration
- Charting Medication Administration
- Wound Management
- Care plan implementation
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Diabetes management
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Patient rights advocacy
- Patient Education
- Health Promotion
- Effective Time Management
Certification
Current Registration with AHPRA
Current Member of Nurses and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA)
Annual Workplace Training - Manual Handling, Fire and Evacuation, Infection Control
Timeline
Enrolled Nurse
Lobethal & Districts Aged Homes
04.2019 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Estia
04.2013 - 03.2016
Volunteer Administration Support
Carer Wellness Centre
06.2012 - 06.2013
Refresher Program Certificate - Enrolled Nurse/Division 2
Australian College of Nursing
Diploma - Enrolled/Division 2
TAFESA
Certificate 3 - Community Services - Aged Care
TAFESA
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