Laura Boxell
Oxenford,QLD
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate paediatric nurse seeking a rewarding position with Queensland Health to contribute to exceptional patient care and make a positive impact on the health and well-being of children and families who present to the Gold Coast University Hospital.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Acting Clinical Nurse
Children's Ambulatory Care, GCUH
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up support to patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving overall efficiency within the unit.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
- Assisted in developing continuing education programs, enhancing staff knowledge and skills in clinical practice areas.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
- Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Implemented individualized nursing care plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient population served.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Facilitated and attended interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Children's Ambulatory Care, GCUH
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Facilitated the care of children and families who present to Children's Outpatients for appointments with the specialist team or for nursing procedures such as dressing changes in the burns clinic, including follow-up and care at home.
- Use of Q-Flow software program to co-ordinate the flow of patients throughout the Children's Outpatient Department, helping to reduce wait times and facilitate appointment outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Assisted in the development of unit-specific protocols for common medical-surgical procedures, improving efficiency and standardising practice across the team.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Registered Nurse, NMSU
Nursing And Midwifery Support Unit, GCUH
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed care of children in a range of hospital settings including acute and outpatient, from admission to discharge.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of children and families
Education
Graduate Certificate - Child And Family Nursing
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD06.2015
Bachelor of Nursing -
Griffith University
Gold Coast, QLD10.2010
Skills
- Treatment Coordination
- Patient Examination
- Disease Prevention
- Patient Consultation
- Interpersonal Communication
Professional Developemnt
Nitrous Oxide Proficient
Paediatric Cannulation
Patient and Manual Handling Ward Unit Trainer
Fire Warden Training
Mandatroy Training
Timeline
Acting Clinical Nurse
Children's Ambulatory Care, GCUH
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Children's Ambulatory Care, GCUH
01.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, NMSU
Nursing And Midwifery Support Unit, GCUH
03.2022 - 01.2023
Graduate Certificate - Child And Family Nursing
Queensland University of Technology
Bachelor of Nursing -
Griffith University
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