Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
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Kim Cherry

Lake Cathie,NSW

Summary

Registered Nurse with a robust background in mental health and aged care, notably with NSW Health. Excelled in patient assessments, care plan development, and medication administration.

Demonstrated empathy and strong clinical judgment, effectively enhancing patient and family care. Proven track record in indivualised patient care and fostering a culture of safety.

Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Mental Health

NSW Health
02.2023 - Current
  • Monitor patient's mental state, on admittance to IPU
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • 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.
  • Compiled patient information for care plans and assessments
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • In charge experience
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.

Cert IV Medicator, Aged Care

Aurrum Aged Care Pty Ltd
02.2008 - 10.2020
  • Administered medications according to doctor''s orders, maintaining accurate records for safety purposes. Webster packing
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual support plans.
  • Person Centred Care with focus on Family Centred Care. Through the provision of emotional support to families by offering reassurance and guidance
  • Memory support experience/certification
  • Manual Handling. Proactively reported any damaged or malfunctioning equipment to management, contributing to safe work environment

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW
10-2022

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments and Care Plan Development
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Patient education and counselling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures

Certification

AHPRA Regstration Number: NMW0002692329

Accomplishments

  • Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
  • Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
  • Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.Successfully provided quality care to [number of] patients in [type of] environment.
  • Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 12 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
  • Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
  • Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
  • Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.

Timeline

Registered Nurse Mental Health

NSW Health
02.2023 - Current

Cert IV Medicator, Aged Care

Aurrum Aged Care Pty Ltd
02.2008 - 10.2020

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

University of Newcastle
Kim Cherry