Kylie McKerlie
Tallai,QLD
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in Emergency patient care, Mental Health (All Acuities) including a Medical and Surgical background. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Health Care Australia
04.2023 - Current
- Utilise 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse, Mental Health (All Acuities)
Health Care Australia
04.2023 - Current
- Utilise 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualised care plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Alliance Nursing
02.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Contributed to the creation of a positive work culture within the Emergency Department by actively participating in team-building activities, offering constructive feedback, celebrating successes, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among colleagues.
- Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
- Cared for patients each day, quickly identifying concerns, controlling symptoms, and providing expert emergency care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse, Mental Health (All Acuities)
Alliance Nursing
02.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualised care plans.
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse
Health Care Australia (HCA-Agency Nursing)
01.2023 - Current
- Experience in Critical care - Emergency Department, Sub Acute Care, Acute Care - Medical/Surgical Ward, Orthopedic Ward, Trauma, Sub Acute Rehabilitation Units and Aged Care
- Mental Health Inpatient Units - Forensic Health, acute adult, younger children and adolescent and elderly mental health.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- 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.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Registered Nurse
Alliance Nursing Agency Australia (Agency Nursing)
01.2023 - Current
- Experience in Critical care - Emergency Department, Sub Acute Care, Acute care - Medical/Surgical Ward, Orthopedic Ward, Sub Acute Rehabilitation Units, Mental Health Inpatient Units - Forensic Health, Acute Adult, Younger Children and Adolescent, Elderly Mental Health and Aged Care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- 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.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse, Facilitating In Charge Shifts
Campbelltown Private Hospital
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Providing acute care, ensuring accurate documentation and assessment, ensuring accurate patient admission and screening processes, coordinating patient discharge, liaising with theatre staff, surgeons and post anesthetic care unit (PACU) staff and families, facilitating 'In Charge' shifts, monitoring and educating new colleagues, supervising students and co-workers, planning and coordination of staff allocation to meet business needs, ensuring follow up and scheduled routine services are maintained.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Registered Nurse
South East Regional Hospital
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Experience in Acute Care including Theatre, Medical Ward, and most recently the Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit at South East Regional Hospital, Bega, NSW, 2550.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Digital Fraud Investigation Officer
Westpac Group / Risk Operations
06.2017 - 09.2018
- Assessing and Investigating information and intelligence, liaising, and collaborating with stakeholders and other financial organisations to ensure the prevention of fraud, identity theft and ultimately minimising risk for Westpac Group, by protecting customer security and finances
- My role included monitoring various intelligence gathering programs, tracking fraud trends, actioning and investigating fraud cases to ensure the security of customer's profile with attention to detail using advanced analytics technology
- Actioning real time digital fraud alerts that arise on the risk management platform.
- Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Mitigated potential risks by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing appropriate countermeasures or contingency plans as needed.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to address complex issues, leading to more efficient problem-solving processes.
- Increased employee satisfaction with constructive performance evaluations and targeted feedback.
- Conducted surveillance to detect suspicious activity.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Wollongong, Bega Campus
01.2019
Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Program -
01.2019
Bachelor of Policing -
Western Sydney University, Bankstown Campus
01.2018
TAFE Cooma
01.2010
TAFE Cooma
01.2010
01.2009
10.2008
TAFE Bega
01.2006
TAFE Wollongong
01.1995
Childers High School, QLD
01.1992
Bega High School
01.1990
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills acquired through academic study, clinical placements and previous employment history
- Transferable employment skills including critical thinking, teamwork, staff training and experience in providing full-time care for a family member with a diverse range of individual care needs
- Positive attitude and ability to work both independently and collaboratively to communicate within a team environment to problem solve and remain open minded creating a positive and successful workplace culture
- Extremely passionate and open to the continuous learning process and acquisition of new skills, learning experiences and challenges to ensure safe practice and commitment in delivering the best available evidence-based practice
- Commitment to working, maintaining and demonstrating a high standard of professional integrity, upholding and adhering to my legal and ethical requirements, codes of conduct and standards for practice
- Proficient in Electronic Medical Record management programs (EMR) NSW Health & (iEMR) -QLD Health
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organisational Skills & Time Management Skills
- Calm Under Pressure
- Active Listening Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Compassionate Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Vital signs monitoring
- Ethical Practice
- Medication and IV administration
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Vitals monitoring
- Cardiac monitors
- Wound Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Critical care expertise
- Patient Care Assessment
- Care Coordination
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Facilitating In Charge Shifts
Campbelltown Private Hospital
10.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Health Care Australia
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Mental Health (All Acuities)
Health Care Australia
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Alliance Nursing
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Mental Health (All Acuities)
Alliance Nursing
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Health Care Australia (HCA-Agency Nursing)
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Alliance Nursing Agency Australia (Agency Nursing)
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
South East Regional Hospital
01.2022 - 06.2022
Digital Fraud Investigation Officer
Westpac Group / Risk Operations
06.2017 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Wollongong, Bega Campus
Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Program -
Bachelor of Policing -
Western Sydney University, Bankstown Campus
TAFE Cooma
TAFE Cooma
TAFE Bega
TAFE Wollongong
Childers High School, QLD
Bega High School
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