Kristy Sowman
Perth,WA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support.
Quality-focused and efficiency-driven team member. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
I specialize in Perioperative nursing, Mental health nursing , cosmetic nursing and aged care work as a community support worker.
I am extremely hardworking and a passionate job seeker who is ready to help the team achieve company goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Perioperative Nurse
ST JOHN OF GOD SUBIACO HOSPITAL
04.2015 - Current
- Duties include scrub/scout roles as Registered Perioperative Nurse
- Maintaining instrument sterility
- Providing care to patient pre- and post-surgery
- Administration of medication when working in recovery.
- Streamlined operating room efficiency by effectively preparing and organizing medical instruments and equipment.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously following surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Adhered to all relevant regulatory and accreditation guidelines, ensuring consistent compliance with established perioperative nursing standards.
- Assisted surgeons with complex procedures, demonstrating exceptional knowledge of anatomy and surgical techniques.
- Skillfully managed emergency situations in the OR, utilizing critical thinking skills to make quick decisions under pressure.
- Promoted a culture of patient-centered care within the operating room, fostering a positive environment for both patients and staff members alike.
- Contributed to cost-saving efforts by diligently tracking supply usage and minimizing waste in the operating room setting.
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
THE MARIAN CENTRE PRIVATE PYSCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
09.2013 - 03.2015
- Duties include: Admissions and discharge of patients
- Medication administration
- Creating care plans for patients
- Providing information and support to patients
- Documentation
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Utilized multi-modal diagnostic tools to diagnose and treat patients with memory difficulties and dementia.
- Provided education to patients'' families regarding mental health disorders, treatment options, and community resources available for support.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and best interests during treatment team meetings, collaborating effectively with medical professionals from diverse disciplines.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER
BRIGHTWATER HOME CARE SUBIACO
07.2011 - 01.2012
- Worked as a community support worker at Brightwater
- Duties included driving and proving personal care from showering to meal preparation and shopping services to caring and providing support to unwell, disabled or elderly clients with dementia.
- Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic communication and active listening skills.
RECEPTIONIST AND ASSISTANT
COMPLETE CARE CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC
05.2009 - 11.2009
- Receptionist / part time assistant
- Duties ranged from and included running errands, creating new documents in Microsoft Word and Excel, mailing letters and filing duties.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma of Perioperative Nursing - Perioperative Nursing
The University of Notre Dame Australia
Fremantle Notre Dame07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Curtin University of Technology
Kent Street, Bentley, Western Australia 610206.2013
Diploma in Business Administration -
North Metropolitan TAFE
Perth, WA12.2009
Certificate IV - Business Administration
North Metropolitan TAFE
Perth, WA06.2009
High School Diploma -
St. Dominic's Private School For Girls
Boksburg, South Africa11.2007
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Surgical Procedures
- Basic Life Support
- Infection Control
- Procedure Assistance
- Sterilization techniques
- Patient Safety
- Student Precepting
- Mental Health Assessment
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Observation
- Clinical Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Multitasking Abilities
Accomplishments
- South African National Swimming Championships (2006)
- Rottnest Channel Swim – Team (2009)
- English Channel Swim Australian Team fastest Australian team completing the English Channel swim in a team of 6 members in (2009 -The Dover Straits Award)
- South African Lifesaving Team championships and received lifesaving Colours in South Africa (2004)
Swimming
Life saving
References
Dana Benea
Clinical Registered Nurse
Neurosurgery Clinical Nurse Operating Theatre St John of God Subiaco Hospital
Danuta.Benea@sjog.org.au
0449172996
Preceptor and Clinical Nurse that trained me and currently work with at St John of God Subiaco Hospital
Danielle.Petherick
Enrolled Nurse Mount Barker Hospital Emergency Department
Danielle.Petherick@health.wa.gov.au
0401136212
Worked together as colleagues as Psychiatric Nurses at The Marian Centre
Aruna Thathiah
Nurse Manager Short Stay Unit at SJOG Subiaco
Aruna.Thathiah@sjog.org.au
0408558146
Was my Line manager for main theatres at SJOG Subiaco
Kiara Papa
Clinical Registered Nurse at PCH
0416458828
Kiara.Papa@health.wa.gov.au
Personal Reference
Certification
Senior Certificate/ completed year 12 certificate (December 2007)
Certificate IV in Business Administration (June 2009)
Diploma of Business Administration (December 2009)
Bachelor of Science (Nursing) degree (June 2013)
Graduate Diploma of Perioperative Nursing (July 2017)
Timeline
Registered Perioperative Nurse
ST JOHN OF GOD SUBIACO HOSPITAL
04.2015 - Current
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
THE MARIAN CENTRE PRIVATE PYSCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
09.2013 - 03.2015
COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER
BRIGHTWATER HOME CARE SUBIACO
07.2011 - 01.2012
RECEPTIONIST AND ASSISTANT
COMPLETE CARE CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC
05.2009 - 11.2009
Postgraduate Diploma of Perioperative Nursing - Perioperative Nursing
The University of Notre Dame Australia
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Curtin University of Technology
Diploma in Business Administration -
North Metropolitan TAFE
Certificate IV - Business Administration
North Metropolitan TAFE
High School Diploma -
St. Dominic's Private School For Girls
Senior Certificate/ completed year 12 certificate (December 2007)
Certificate IV in Business Administration (June 2009)
Diploma of Business Administration (December 2009)
Bachelor of Science (Nursing) degree (June 2013)
Graduate Diploma of Perioperative Nursing (July 2017)
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