Expert in enhancing team performance and addressing educational needs, committed to creating collaborative learning spaces and consistently improving program results through innovative strategies and ongoing professional growth.
Assessed clinical education needs and patient and client teaching needs using various methods for the N3 Remote Nursing program
Evaluated students to identify knowledge gaps and conduct thorough assessments.
Attended conferences and seminars related to current trends in clinical nursing education.
Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
Evaluated the effectiveness of educational programs by collecting data on program outcomes.
Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Led team meetings to communicate updates, gather feedback, and align on goals.
Served as a liaison between external organizations and partners involved in delivering programming services.
Scheduled and conducted new employee inductions and orientations.
Directed recruitment, selection and hiring processes.
Remote Area Nurse (N4)
Northern Territory Government, Dept. Of Health
09.2013 - 02.2024
Conducted mandated health screenings and New Receptions in a custodial environment in a Team Leader Role
Provided primary health care and acute services to Indigenous and Non Indigenous Clients both Men and Women
Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems using CARPA and liaising with on call DMO
Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Activities
Developed chronic disease care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses
Collaborated with all members of PHC multidisciplinary team to promote and deliver a high quality service to clients
Documented accurate client care records in PCIS, maintained health information accordingly within the Health Dept.
Adhered to the Justice Departmental Guidelines and Policies
Followed infection control procedures, blood and laboratory specimen collection and preparation for laboratory testing
Professional Practice Nurse & Woodycupaldiya Nurse (N5)
Northern Territory Government, Dept. Of Health
Darwin
07.2012 - 11.2012
Worked as a key member of the Best Practice Group reviewing current practice and standards to determine appropriate 'Best Practice' to be applied in Northern Territory Remote Health Care
Participated in ongoing unreleased content and endorsement of topics for updating the Remote Health Atlas including the Updating of the Emergency Response Kits
Maintained POC consumables and Quality Assurance Returns for Remote Health Care Centres
Interpreted and communicated new or revised policies to remote health care delivery services
Coordinated the allocation of remote health service equipment and supplies within remote communities
Participant in Pharmacy meetings and maintaining local addition medicine database
Worked as a sole practioner servicing a remote clinic on a weekly basis
RAN (N4) Acting PHCM (N5)
Northern Territory Government, Dept. Of Health
03.2011 - 07.2012
Provided primary health care and acute services to Indigenous Communities
Delivered health services which included: Child, Maternal and Women's Health, Men’s Health, Acute and Emergency Care Management, Chronic Disease Management and Health Program Development
Conducted ongoing Education, Promotion and Preventative activities with focus on Indigenous Primary Health Care
Worked as an Independent practioner utilising CARPA and on call DMO
Managed Clinical, Indigenous and Support staff while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism
Processed monthly reports for community performance
Provided on-call care day and night and ensured appropriate care
Performed monthly inventory and maintained pharmacy and medical supplies
Remote Area Nurse (N4)
Northern Territory Government, Dept. of Health
Pine Creek
04.2010 - 03.2011
Remote Area Nurse (N4)
NT Medics, Nursing Agency
Adelaide River
12.2009 - 04.2010
Registered Nurse
Royal Adelaide Hospital
08.2009 - 11.2009
Remote Area Nurse (N4)
Katherine West Health Board
Timber Creek
02.2009 - 07.2009
Registered Nurse
Royal Adelaide Hospital
11.2006 - 02.2009
Maintained safe and effective care to clients with different acuity levels in a time restricted and demanding environment
Cared for Emergency Room patients at a level one trauma centre
Assisted in the care of multiple traumas, cardiac arrests, strokes, burns and mental health presentations
Assessed patients and performed clinical tasks according to hospital protocol
Managed multiple critically ill patients whilst following direct instructions from medical professionals including physicians and various other treatment specialists
Documented assessments, monitored and maintained client charts
Administered first response medications including pain management
Provided information and support to patients and family members
Worked collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Preceptor to new staff, nursing students and graduate nurses
Registered Nurse
Royal Adelaide Hospital
05.2006 - 07.2006
Clinical Nurse
Royal Adelaide Hospital
10.2005 - 04.2006
Liaised with key rural consumers
Maintained communication links with RFDS, rural and interstate hospitals, patients and their relatives and carers
Facilitated efficient management and discharge planning
Assisted with inter-hospital transfers
Provided referrals to community nurses
Arranged supports and ongoing care for rural patients
Assisted with transport - PATS
Assisted with accommodation issues and placement
Acting Clinical Nurse Consultant
Royal Adelaide Hospital
07.2003 - 10.2005
Managed a wide range of clients including long stay mental health patients
Actively participated in individual treatment and discharge plans
Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans
Maintained high quality relationships within the multidisciplinary team
Ensured ongoing support and follow up for all clients
Orientated new staff members
Provided ongoing support and education for clinical staff members
Instructed patients and family members on appropriate discharge care
Delegated staff nurse duties.
Registered Nurse
Royal Adelaide Hospital
03.2003 - 07.2003
Registered Nurse, Graduate Programme
Royal Adelaide Hospital
03.2002 - 03.2003
Education
Graduate Diploma - Cosmetic Nursing
Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science
01.2021
Graduate Nurse Programme -
Royal Adelaide Hospital
01.2003
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of South Australia
North Adelaide
01.2001
Skills
Respectful
Empathetic
Friendly
Cooperative
Human biology knowledge
Physiology knowledge
Psychology knowledge
Team player
Advanced nursing skills
Ability to work in high pressure situations
Consultative skills
Commitment to continued learning
Commitment to improvement
Critical skills
Technical skills
References
Earl Fernan, Primary Health Care Team Leader – Prison Health, Darwin Corrections, 8928 7488, Earl.Fernan@nt.gov.au
Mark Ramjan, Nurse /Midwife Education and Research Consultant, NT Health, Mark.Ramjan@nt.gov.au
Professional Development
Annual Basic Life Support Certification
ALS Certificate 2024
Assessor BLS/Aseptic Technique/PPE - 2024
Remote Emergency Course (REC)- 2024
Maternity Emergency Course (MEC) 2024
Remote Area Trauma Education (RATE) 2024
OPTIMUS 2024
Stryker Stretcher Competency Assessment 2025
Annual Occupational Health & Safety, Drug Calculations, Manual Handling, Infection Control, Fire Safety
Accredited Immunisation Provider – AGV
Point-of-Care (iSTAT) - 2023
Aseptic Technique – 2024
Dermal Science Practical Training – Jan 2021
IPL/Laser Safety Officer Certificate - 2018
High Dependency Nursing – SURGE – 2020
PPE Training – 2024
COVID-19 Training Program - 2020 and ongoing updates
Hand Hygiene - 2024
Aggression Minimisation Training – 2020
Pharmacotherapeutics for Remote Area Nurses - 2019
About Giving Vaccines - Upskilling – 2024
Appropriate Workplace Behaviours – 2024
Alcohol Withdrawal & Brief Intervention – 2014
Well Women's Health Screening – 2013
Diabetes Management in the General Care Setting - 2012
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