Leah Marshall
Canberra
Summary
Registered Nurse with 7 years of experience in direct patient care and nursing management positions in hospital settings. Experience spans across acute nursing care in medical and surgical environments. Passionate about providing supportive leadership in my department and across the hospital. Active listener with direct communication style and compassionate, non-judgmental approach to build patient trust and rapport. Outside-the-box thinker with strong crisis resolution skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Acting Clinical Nurse Consultant in MAPU
North Canberra Hospital (formerly Calvary
06.2023 - Current
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall standard of patient care throughout the facility.
- Oversaw the roll out of a ward based medical model of care, streamlining our approach and reducing length of stay.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, contributing valuable insights from a nursing perspective to inform comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex needs.
- Conducted audits of medical records to ensure compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Served as a liaison between nursing administration and clinical staff, promoting open communication channels for addressing concerns or issues.
Level 2 Registered Nurse in MAPU
North Canberra Hospital (formerly Calvary)
08.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Level 1 registered nurse
Calvary
02.2018 - 08.2021
- Accepted into the new graduate program
- Responsible for the care of various acute medical patients in MAPU
- Also responsible for the pre and post operative care of surgical patients on the surgical ward
- Completed all e-learning requirements and achieved skill competencies relevant to the areas worked in
- Received a permanent part-time position in MAPU.
Student nurse
Calvary ED
07.2017
- Worked in the Calvary Hospital Emergency Department, involved in the care and treatment of a wide range of patients.
Student nurse
TCH Paediatrics
04.2017
- Rotated around the various paediatric wards, gained a good understanding of the unique differences in caring for young patients.
Student nurse
National Capital Private
09.2016
- Spent four weeks on the surgical ward, managing the holistic care requirements of a variety of surgical patients, including orthopaedic, renal, cardio-thoracic, and general surgical patients.
Student nurse
6A TCH
04.2016
- Cared for patients with a variety of respiratory, cardiology, and endocrinology disease processes.
Student nurse
IRT Kangarra Waters
01.2016
- Two weeks at an aged care facility, assisting with ADL's, wound care, monitoring BGL's, observing RN's while on their rounds.
Waitress
Fook Lee Loy
01.2011 - 07.2013
- Duties included meal and drink service, also cash handling.
Receptionist
Nomchong Psychology
06.2008 - 07.2009
- Duties included booking appointments, all incoming and outgoing phone calls, data entry, accounts, money handling, corporate knowledge, end of financial year tax accounting.
Owner/operator
Cottage Kitchen Café
02.2007 - 02.2008
- Worked out the front as a barista, some food preparation, involved in all aspects of running a business.
Education
Graduate Diploma - Acute Nursing Care
University of Tasmania
Launceston, TAS2025
Bachelor of Nursing -
Universityy of Canberra
11.2018
Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management -
Canberra Institute of Technology
01.2000
Erindale College
01.1998
Stromlo High School
01.1996
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Healthcare management
- Quality Improvement
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Nurse Leadership
- Patient Care
- Patient care planning
- Care Coordination
- Team Development
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Staff Development
- Compliance Monitoring
- Discharge Planning
- Resource Allocation
- Staff Education
- Critical Thinking
- Infection Control
References
- Nheero Gaza, Level 2 Registered Nurse at Calvary Public Hospital Bruce (up until recently, acting afterhours coordinator), 0478669753, nhee-ro.gaza@calvary-act.com.au
- Vikas Kapil, Level 2 Registered Nurse at Calvary Public Hospital Bruce, 0432270007
Timeline
Acting Clinical Nurse Consultant in MAPU
North Canberra Hospital (formerly Calvary
06.2023 - Current
Level 2 Registered Nurse in MAPU
North Canberra Hospital (formerly Calvary)
08.2021 - Current
Level 1 registered nurse
Calvary
02.2018 - 08.2021
Student nurse
Calvary ED
07.2017
Student nurse
TCH Paediatrics
04.2017
Student nurse
National Capital Private
09.2016
Student nurse
6A TCH
04.2016
Student nurse
IRT Kangarra Waters
01.2016
Waitress
Fook Lee Loy
01.2011 - 07.2013
Receptionist
Nomchong Psychology
06.2008 - 07.2009
Owner/operator
Cottage Kitchen Café
02.2007 - 02.2008
Graduate Diploma - Acute Nursing Care
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Nursing -
Universityy of Canberra
Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management -
Canberra Institute of Technology
Erindale College
Stromlo High School
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