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KRISTI ROSSETTO

Narrabeen,NSW

Summary

Highly skilled and dedicated Chronic pain Clinical Nurse Consultant across Westmead, Royal North shore and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. Proven track record in providing exceptional patient care and utilising evidence-based practices to optimise patient outcomes. Currently oversees the care of all Intrathecal devices at RPA for pain management, severe spasticity, and stiff person syndrome. Expert knowledge in all pain intervention procedures for both chronic pain and cancer pain intervention. Committed to continuous professional development and staying abreast of the latest advancements in nursing and healthcare. Having been a registered nurse for over 15 years.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 3 in Chronic Pain

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
04.2022 - Current
  • Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement comprehensive pain management plans for patients
  • Conduct thorough assessments and provide evidence-based interventions to manage acute and chronic pain
  • Educate patients and their families on pain management techniques and strategies
  • Serve as a resource for healthcare professionals on pain management protocols and best practices
  • Conduct patient and staff education sessions on pain management techniques and medication administration across Sydney local health district.
  • Intrathecal pump management and oversee for all pumps at RPA hospital.
  • Methoxyflurane administration for painful procedures such as dressing changes on ward for complex patients
  • Conscious sedation trained and currently provide this at RPA.
  • Provide education to patients and staff on all pain intervention procedures
  • Research and data keeping
  • Patient education program leader and design implementation
  • Subacute round every Wednesday with Consultant for complex patients with focus on pelvic exenteration patients and other complex patients requiring pain management review
  • Linking in with outpatient pain department for continuity of care and oversee
  • Acute pain round on Thursdays and Fridays
  • Currently writing procedure for intrathecal pain pump at RPA hospital
  • Continuously contributing to standardizing practices and ensuring consistency in care delivery
  • Participating in multidisciplinary meetings, such as monthly palliative care meetings, facilitates Collaboration and referral for patients requiring pain intervention procedures for advanced cancers
  • Member of working party for opioid stewardship expert advisory group through clinical excellence commission.
  • Enhanced patient care by regularly updating and revising clinical policies, procedures, and protocols based on current research.
  • Provided expert consultation for complex cases, ensuring comprehensive assessments and appropriate interventions were delivered.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualised care plans that address unique needs of each patient.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall standard of patient care throughout the hospital.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, contributing valuable insights from a nursing perspective to inform comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex needs.

Tutor in Pain Management

The University Of Tasmania
06.2021 - Current
  • Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
  • Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop effective strategies for addressing diverse student needs and abilities.
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress, using data to inform future instruction and target areas for improvement.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their writing and problem-solving skills.

Clinical Nurse Consultant in pain management programs

Royal North Shore Public Hospital
04.2021 - 04.2022
  • Overseeing pain management programs
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive pain management plans
  • Patient education program CNC
  • Cognitive behavioural therapy for active pain self-management.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans that addressed the unique needs of each patient.

Clinical Nurse Consultant in Pain

Westmead public hospital
01.2018 - 03.2021
  • Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement comprehensive pain management plans for patients
  • Conduct thorough assessments and provide evidence-based interventions to manage acute and chronic pain
  • Educate patients and their families on pain management techniques and strategies
  • Serve as a resource for healthcare professionals on pain management protocols and best practices.

Education

Conscious sedation course -

Sydney Local Health District Education
03.2024

Postgraduate certificate in drug and alcohol nursing -

Australian college of nursing
01.2023

M.D. - Advanced Nursing

Newcastle University
Newcastle, NSW
04.2022

Cognitive behavioural therapy -

The University of Sydney at RNS
01.2020

Postgraduate certificate in pain management -

Australian college of nursing
01.2016

Bachelor of nursing -

University of Technology Sydney
01.2009

Skills

Sound knowledge and experience in implementing and evaluating patients with complex health care needs

  • Research and analysis
  • Growth planning
  • Conscious sedation
  • ALS
  • Working with consumers and community to help plan and develop better healthcare
  • Complex care
  • Cancer pain
  • Pain assessment and management
  • Procedure implementation
  • Works well in multi-disciplinary teams
  • Strong computer skills
  • Intrathecal pain pumps oversee all pumps at RPA hospital
  • Methoxyflurane administration for painful procedures such as dressing changes on wards for complex patients
  • Acute and chronic pain
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Clinical assessment
  • Quality Improvement
  • Professional Networking
  • Ethical Practice
  • Patient Education
  • Protocol Review
  • Decision-Making
  • Effective Communication
  • Excellent Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Goal Setting
  • Time Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Critical Thinking

References

Available on request

Timeline

Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 3 in Chronic Pain

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
04.2022 - Current

Tutor in Pain Management

The University Of Tasmania
06.2021 - Current

Clinical Nurse Consultant in pain management programs

Royal North Shore Public Hospital
04.2021 - 04.2022

Clinical Nurse Consultant in Pain

Westmead public hospital
01.2018 - 03.2021

Conscious sedation course -

Sydney Local Health District Education

Postgraduate certificate in drug and alcohol nursing -

Australian college of nursing

M.D. - Advanced Nursing

Newcastle University

Cognitive behavioural therapy -

The University of Sydney at RNS

Postgraduate certificate in pain management -

Australian college of nursing

Bachelor of nursing -

University of Technology Sydney

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