- Embracing outdoor adventures such as Motorbike riding as a passenger and Walking my two dogs Max and Axle
- Recently started up at the gym to compliment my weight loss journey (I wave lost 17kgs so far)
- Working hard on our home renovations to get the house ready for sale
- Busy step mum to two kids aged 15 and 11
Lauren Pentland
Ocean Grove
Summary
Healthcare professional with solid background in providing high-quality patient care and clinical support. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and results-driven approach, consistently adapting to changing medical needs and priorities. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Enrolled Nurse
Barwon Health
08.2017 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, sub cutaneous and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Encouraged independence with my rehabilitation patients.
- Provided comfort care to my palliative care patients ans their families
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Participated in and conducted Smart Moves/Smart Lift training
Practice Nurse
Lifeline Medical Centre
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, adhering to infection control protocols and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current on best practices in nursing care delivery methods.
- Utilized electronic health records systems effectively for accurate data entry, retrieval, and communication among healthcare team members.
- Educated patients about prescribed medications'' proper use and potential side effects for increased adherence rates and safety measures taken into account.
- Conducted immunization clinics, contributing to improved community health outcomes through disease prevention efforts.
- Conducted regular audits of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted patient care delivery.
- Increased patient engagement in their own healthcare by offering resources, information, and guidance on self-care techniques.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Maintained constant communication with physician and other members of care team.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during medical procedures, alleviating anxiety and discomfort.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive health education and promoting preventive care.
- Delivered high-quality patient care with strong attention to detail in administering medications, treatments, and wound care.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests and examinations, resulting in accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Evaluated, implemented, and designed tailored health care plans specific to patient needs and concerns.
- Reduced waiting times for patients, conducting triage assessments and prioritizing cases based on urgency.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Education
Medication Endorsement - Nursing
The Gordon Institute of TAFE
Geelong, VIC06-2008
Cert IV Health Science (Nursing) - Enrolled Nurse
The Gordon Institute of TAFE
Geelong, VIC06-2006
High School Diploma -
Newcomb Secondary College
Newcomb, VIC01-1998
Skills
- Medication administration and charting
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Compassionate care
- Wound management
- Palliative care / End-of-life care
- Taking vitals
- Patient and family advocacy
- Care planning
Certification
- Medication Endorsement Four Routes.
- Smart Move Smart Lift Trainer, Barwon Health. 2023
- Skin Integrity Champion, Barwon Health 2017
Interests
Timeline
Enrolled Nurse
Barwon Health
08.2017 - Current
Practice Nurse
Lifeline Medical Centre
01.2016 - 12.2017
Medication Endorsement - Nursing
The Gordon Institute of TAFE
Cert IV Health Science (Nursing) - Enrolled Nurse
The Gordon Institute of TAFE
High School Diploma -
Newcomb Secondary College
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