Leanne Knight
Ascot,Australia
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience at St John of God Hospital, recognized for exceptional patient assessment and critical thinking skills. Proven ability to lead teams and enhance patient care through effective communication and collaboration. Committed to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality healthcare services.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Staff Member
YNA Nursing Agency
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Bendigo Health Care Group Emergency department
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes in condition to physician or supervisor.
- Performed physical assessments to determine patient status and document findings in patient records.
- Performed laboratory tests as ordered by a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans for patients.
- Coordinated referrals between primary care providers, specialists, diagnostic laboratories, home health agencies.
- Responded promptly to requests from physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Provided direct nursing care, including vital sign monitoring, wound care, medication administration and other treatments.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians while adhering to established policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services according to established standards of practice.
Ambulance Officer
Ambulance Victoria
01.2014 - 01.2025
- Responded promptly to calls from dispatch centers regarding emergencies requiring ambulance services.
- Assessed patients, determined the appropriate course of action and provided emergency medical treatment.
- Performed basic life support procedures such as CPR and defibrillation when necessary.
- Interacted with family members to explain the situation and provide emotional support during transport.
- Provided pre-hospital care to critically ill or injured patients in accordance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs including pulse, respiration, blood pressure and temperature.
- Participated in regular training sessions in order to maintain proficiency in emergency response techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of all incidents, treatments and medications administered for each patient transported on shift.
- Utilized advanced medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors and IV pumps in order to monitor patient conditions during transport.
Registered Nurse Div1
St John of God Hospital
Bendigo, Victoria
01.2010 - 01.2023
- Theatre, Surgical, Medical and rehabilitation Nursing
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Counselled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Ambulance Community Officer
Ambulance Victoria
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Ambulance victoria
- Supported residents with behavioural problems by responding in calm, empathetic demeanour.
- Worked with law enforcement and local child advocacy centers to conduct forensic interviews for abused children.
- Consulted and collaborated with other professionals to provide continuity of patient-family care.
- Protected confidential information of residents with careful documentation.
- Empowered patients and families to negotiate with resource providers and make decisions on own behalf.
- Developed appropriate treatment plans focusing on each individual's needs.
- Referred clients to substance abuse treatment programs and outpatient dual diagnosis treatment programs.
- Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
Graduate Nursing Program
St John of God Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Theatre Nursing 6/12, Surgical Nursing 6/12
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Ambulance transport officer
Health Select Patient Transfer
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Monitored the condition of vehicles to ensure they were safe for operation.
- Organized training programs for drivers on defensive driving techniques and other safety protocols.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant safety regulations and traffic laws.
- Provided support during emergency situations requiring urgent mobilization of resources.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes in condition to physician or supervisor.
- Performed physical assessments to determine patient status and document findings in patient records.
- Identified potential safety hazards within the facility environment and took appropriate action.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans for patients.
- Coordinated referrals between primary care providers, specialists, diagnostic laboratories, home health agencies.
- Responded promptly to requests from physicians or other healthcare professionals.
Div 2 Nurse
St John of God Health Care
Bendigo, Victoria
01.2006 - 01.2010
- & Relief Physio / Allied Health Assistant
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Facilitated communication between members of the healthcare team by attending interdisciplinary meetings.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
- Responded quickly and effectively to changes in condition or response to treatment.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
Div 2 Nurse (Supervisor)
Mirridong Nursing Home
Bendigo, Victoria
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Monitored staff performance, identified areas for improvement and provided feedback to staff members.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
- Provided oversight of daily operations within assigned departments including staffing levels, budgeting, scheduling and inventory management.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable state regulations regarding nursing practice standards.
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy in order to maintain quality patient care standards.
- Provided guidance to staff on patient care, documentation, clinical decision making and other related topics.
Manager
Napier Park Funerals
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Prepared obituaries for publication in local newspapers.
- Provided bereavement counseling to families and friends of the deceased.
- Assisted in pre-arranging funerals with clients.
- Organized funeral services and memorials, including arranging for clergy, pallbearers, flowers, music and other necessary items.
- Maintained records of all contracts, payments and services provided.
- Conducted postmortem care such as embalming and dressing the deceased for viewing or burial.
- Arranged transportation of body from place of death to funeral home.
- Advised families on applicable laws regarding disposition of human remains.
- Prepared legal documents such as death certificates and permits for burial or cremation.
- Supervised staff on duty during viewings, funerals or memorial services.
- Coordinated arrangements with cemeteries or crematories for interment or cremation of remains.
- Consulted with families of deceased to make funeral arrangements.
- Scheduled funeral services, coordinated burials and arranged cremations.
- Offered counselling and comfort to bereaved family members and friends.
- Led and directed funeral and graveside services.
- Removed deceased from place of death and transported to funeral home.
Personal Care Attendant
Mirridong Nursing Home
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Administered medications as prescribed by a physician or other healthcare professional.
- Promptly communicated any changes in client's condition or behaviour to supervisor, manager, care team members.
- Ensured that all equipment used is clean, maintained properly and stored safely after use.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure, and weight.
- Developed individualized care plans for each client based on their specific needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients with daily personal hygiene and grooming, such as bathing, dressing, and oral care.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Observed changes in the client's condition and reported any changes to the supervisor and manager.
- Provided physical support to clients by transferring them in and out of wheelchairs or beds.
Assistant Manager/ Funeral Director
Napier Park Funeral Services
01.1992 - 01.2000
- Coronial Transfers
Hairdressing Assistant
Amelia’s Hair Care
01.1998 - 01.1999
Anatomical Pathology
Bendigo Health Care Group
Bendigo, Victoria
01.1995 - 01.1999
- Specimen collection, photography, forensic finger printing, Whole body autopsies
- Assisted physicians in diagnosis by providing technical information regarding anatomy or pathology.
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to ensure safety during treatments.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings regarding autopsy results and other forensic pathology findings.
- Applied advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology when assessing patients before surgery.
- Provided technical assistance in the use of specialized instruments used in pathology laboratories.
- Consulted with experts in various fields such as medicine, nursing, pathology, radiology or pharmacology depending on the nature of the case.
- Assisted in preparing pathology reports by assembling data from multiple sources into a cohesive document.
Beauty Therapist
Central School of Tactile Therapies
01.1990 - 01.1991
PT & Casual Customer Service & Hospitality roles
Bendigo
01.1984 - 01.1989
Customer Service Officer/Sales
Beehive Department Store
Bendigo
01.1979 - 01.1983
Education
Graduate Diploma of Clinical Practice (Paramedic) -
Charles Sturt University
12.2012
Certificate 11 in Emergency Medical Service First Response -
12.2011
Bachelor of Nursing, Div 1 -
University of South Australia
12.2010
Certificate IV in Health (Nursing) -
12.2003
Certificate 2 in Office Administration -
On-Track Personnel
12.1998
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Emergency response
- Electronic medical records
- Wound care
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Documentation accuracy
- Team collaboration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Problem solving
- Clinical judgment
- Hospice care
- Diabetes management
- Paediatric advanced life support
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Advanced cardiac life support
- EMR / EHR
- Medical records management
- Nursing staff leadership
Committee Involvements
- 01/01/08, 12/31/10, Diabetes Management Resource Nurse
- 01/01/05, 12/31/06, Wound Management Committee Member
- 01/01/04, 12/31/06, Quality Control Committee Member
- 01/01/03, 12/31/06, Continence Committee – Team Leader/Manager
- 01/01/99, 12/31/06, Palliative Care Committee Member
Professional References
- Danielle Whiteman, danielle.whiteman@ambulance.vic.gov.au, 0438320861, Senior Team Manager
- Louise Harrison, lharrison@castlemainehealth.org.au, 0408442768, Castlemaine health unit manager
- Nigel Anderson, Nigel.Anderson@ambulance.vic.gov.au, 0422730814, Ambulance Officer
- Dr James Wei, Gerontologist, St John of God Hospital Bendigo, 0409788116
Personal Information
Hobbies and Interests
- Community involvement
- Sports and recreation
- Walking
- Family and friends activities
- Camping and fishing
- Reading
- House renovation
- Cooking
- Music
- Movies
- Theatre
- Gardening
Personal Qualities
- Excellent personal presentation
- Great people skills
- Exemplary administration skills
- Self-motivated
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Maturity and reliability
Professional Development
- 01/01/24, Advanced CPR / Defib Refresher
- 01/01/15, Advanced CPR refresher
- 01/01/15, Re Accreditation Emergency Management
- 01/01/15, Mandatory Education Program SJOG
- 01/01/15, ECG recognition and management St John of God Hospital
- 01/01/13, Mandatory Education Program Refresher Update, St John of God Hospital
- 01/01/13, Re Accreditation Emergency Medical First response
- 01/01/12, Graduate Diploma of Clinical Practice (Paramedic), Charles Sturt University
- 01/01/11, Certificate 11 in Emergency Medical Service First Response
- 01/01/08, Bachelor of Nursing, Div 1, University of South Australia
- 01/01/10, Mandatory Education Program Refresher Update, St John of God Hospital
- 01/01/10, Dealing with Difficult Families and Patients, St John of God Hospital
- 01/01/10, VSCN Acute Stroke Forum, Melbourne
- 01/01/09, Mandatory Education Program Refresher Update, St John of God Hospital
- 01/01/08, Senior First Aid Course, St Johns Ambulance
- 01/01/07, Mandatory Education Program covering Professional Accountability & Risk Management, Basic Life support, Emergency Procedures, Infection Control, Manual Handling, Articulating the Mission, Drug Administration
- 01/01/06, Accident & Incident Reporting Workshop, Dementia & Incontinence Workshop, Frequency and Causes of fall in Residential Care Workshop
- 01/01/05, Managing Nutritional Problems Workshop, RCS Documentation (Principles of Documentation), Manual Handling Workshop, Management of Dementia Course
- 01/01/04, Diabetes Management Workshop, Catheter Management Workshop
- 01/01/03, Certificate IV in Health (Nursing), Continence Management Course, Infection Control Workshop
- 01/01/01, No Lift Policy Refresher Course
- 01/01/00, Managing Change In-service Seminar
- 01/01/98, Certificate 2 in Office Administration
- 01/01/97, Medical Terminology Course, Introduction to Computers
- 01/01/94, Handling Stress in the Workplace Seminar
- 01/01/93, Home Care Worker’s Course, Grief & Loss Course, First Aid Course
- 01/01/85, Building Better Customer Relations Workshop
References
References available upon request.
Education And Employment History
- 01/01/14, 12/31/25, Ambulance Officer, Ambulance Victoria
- 01/01/22, 12/31/25, Ambulance Victoria offload System, YNA Nursing Agency – Bendigo Health Care Group Emergency department
- 01/01/10, 12/31/23, Registered Nurse Div1, St John of God Hospital
- 01/01/12, 12/31/14, Ambulance transport officer, Health Select Patient Transfer
- 01/01/10, 12/31/16, Ambulance Community Officer, Ambulance Victoria
- 01/01/10, 12/31/16, Graduate Nursing Program, St John of God Hospital
- 01/01/06, 12/31/10, Div 2 Nurse, St John of God Health Care
- 01/01/03, 12/31/06, Div 2 Nurse (Supervisor), Mirridong Nursing Home
- 01/01/99, 12/31/02, Personal Care Attendant, Mirridong Nursing Home
- 01/01/98, 12/31/99, Hairdressing Assistant, Amelia’s Hair Care
- 01/01/95, 12/31/99, Anatomical Pathology, Bendigo Health Care Group
- 01/01/00, 12/31/03, Manager, Napier Park Funerals
- 01/01/92, 12/31/00, Assistant Manager/Funeral Director, Napier Park Funeral Services
- 01/01/90, 12/31/91, Beauty Therapist, Central School of Tactile Therapies
- 01/01/84, 12/31/89, PT & Casual Customer Service & Hospitality roles, Bendigo area
- 01/01/79, 12/31/83, Customer Service Officer/Sales, Beehive Department Store
- 01/01/78, 12/31/78, Completed Year 11 Schooling, Bendigo
Certification
- Full driving certificate
Timeline
Nursing Staff Member
YNA Nursing Agency
01.2022 - 01.2025
Ambulance Officer
Ambulance Victoria
01.2014 - 01.2025
Ambulance transport officer
Health Select Patient Transfer
01.2012 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse Div1
St John of God Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2023
Ambulance Community Officer
Ambulance Victoria
01.2010 - 01.2016
Graduate Nursing Program
St John of God Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2016
Div 2 Nurse
St John of God Health Care
01.2006 - 01.2010
Div 2 Nurse (Supervisor)
Mirridong Nursing Home
01.2003 - 01.2006
Manager
Napier Park Funerals
01.2000 - 01.2003
Personal Care Attendant
Mirridong Nursing Home
01.1999 - 01.2002
Hairdressing Assistant
Amelia’s Hair Care
01.1998 - 01.1999
Anatomical Pathology
Bendigo Health Care Group
01.1995 - 01.1999
Assistant Manager/ Funeral Director
Napier Park Funeral Services
01.1992 - 01.2000
Beauty Therapist
Central School of Tactile Therapies
01.1990 - 01.1991
PT & Casual Customer Service & Hospitality roles
01.1984 - 01.1989
Customer Service Officer/Sales
Beehive Department Store
01.1979 - 01.1983
Graduate Diploma of Clinical Practice (Paramedic) -
Charles Sturt University
Certificate 11 in Emergency Medical Service First Response -
Bachelor of Nursing, Div 1 -
University of South Australia
Certificate IV in Health (Nursing) -
Certificate 2 in Office Administration -
On-Track Personnel
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