Kirsten Dann
Preston,Australia
Summary
With over 10 years in Epworth employment, I believe I live their values with pride. I work well both independently and as part of a team. I have exceptional organisational skills and time management. I have good patient relations and bedside manner. Additionally, I am a quick learner and so adapt and work well with technology and easily acquire and understand new product related information. I can solve problems effectively through my years of experience working as both a surgical nurse and oncology nurse. During my time as Associate Nurse Unit Manager I have continued to develop leadership skills including the ability to listen and guide colleagues and I can also collaborate with doctors, allied health and hospital co-originators. I can liaise with clientele comfortably, managing and resolving client complaints and queries with an approachable manner that lends itself to trust within a team.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Oncology Specialty
Epworth Eastern
01.2018 - Current
- In addition to registered nurse skills, support newly graduated and student nurses
- 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.
- Administer chemotherapy as per EVIQ protocol
- Educate patients and family on side-effects of chemotherapy regimens
- Care of CVAD devices per hospital policy
- Insertion and care of male IDC
Associate Nurse Unit Manager (Maternity Cover)
Epworth Eastern
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Served as a positive role model for junior nurses by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, professionalism, and ethical behaviour at all times.
- Optimized staffing levels on the unit to maintain optimal nurse-to-patient ratios while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through ongoing education, attending conferences and seminars, and staying current with industry trends.
- Collaborated in multidisciplinary rounds daily to discuss individualized care plans for high-acuity patients to improve overall outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families through open communication channels, education, and support services.
Registered Nurse Graduate Year
Epworth Eastern
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Give and receive accurate client handover
- Administer and monitor effects of medication within my scope of practice
- Assess vital signs of patients in an acute setting
- Assist patients with activities of daily living
- Assess, clean and redress wounds
- Follow OHS hospital policy and procedures
- Educate patients and relatives of current and future healthcare therapy
- Communicate with ANUM/NUM, doctors, scientists and allied health
- Document observations, exceptions and interventions to hospital standards
- Insertion of care of female IDC
- Perform venepuncture and specimen collection to pathology standards
- Removal of surgical drains
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse on General Surgical Ward
Epworth Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Care and education of surgical patients including gastric & urology patients
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - Clinical Nursing - Oncology Speciality
Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VIC10-2020
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, NSW06-2017
Skills
- Administer chemotherapy as per EVIQ protocol
- Educate patients and family on the side effects of chemotherapy regimens
- Insert male and female indwelling urinary catheters
- Care of CVAD devices per hospital protocol
- Strong clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
Associate Nurse Unit Manager (Maternity Cover)
Epworth Eastern
11.2023 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse, Oncology Specialty
Epworth Eastern
01.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse Graduate Year
Epworth Eastern
01.2017 - 01.2018
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse on General Surgical Ward
Epworth Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2017
Post Graduate Certificate - Clinical Nursing - Oncology Speciality
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Charles Sturt University
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