Lea England
Kingwood,NSW
Summary
Passionate nurse with several years of experience in diverse healthcare settings and care units. Competent in care plan development and implementation, patient care coordination and interdisciplinary team collaboration. Compassionate registered nurse with experience in various clinical settings. Skills include patient education, health assessments, and administering medications, along with strong interpersonal communication abilities to build relationships with patients and families. Proven ability to handle high-stress situations and maintain composure, always prioritizing patient safety and comfort. In previous role, contributed significantly to improving patient satisfaction scores.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
NSW Health
Hawkesbury District Hospital, NSW
09.2017 - Current
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments on an acute medical/surgical ward.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with medical officer orders.
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Facilitated communication between members of the healthcare team by attending interdisciplinary meetings.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
- Responded quickly and effectively to changes in condition or response to treatment.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Department Manager
Woolworths
Penrith, NSW
01.2000 - 09.2017
- Assisted Human Resources in recruiting qualified candidates for open positions within the Department.
- Identified training needs among staff members and organized relevant workshops accordingly.
- Managed budgets effectively by making sure costs stayed within allocated limits.
- Lead and manage a team of 20+ employees in the Department, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and on time.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and relevant regulations.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to monitor progress of individual employees.
- Provided technical support as needed when troubleshooting issues related to equipment or software.
- Coached and trained new staff members, providing guidance on department policies and procedures.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly and professionally.
Education
Diploma - Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 nursing)
TAFE NSW
NSW05-2016
Certificate III - Assistant in Nursing
TAFE NSW
NSW01-2015
Bachelor's - Nursing
Western Sydney University
ONLINESkills
- Adult Venipuncture and peripheral cannulation
- Time management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Wound management
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Emergency response
- Care planning
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
- End-of-life and palliative care
- Pre and postoperative care
Certification
- St John Of God "Respect" award 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
NSW Health
09.2017 - Current
Department Manager
Woolworths
01.2000 - 09.2017
Diploma - Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 nursing)
TAFE NSW
Certificate III - Assistant in Nursing
TAFE NSW
Bachelor's - Nursing
Western Sydney University
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