Libby Catherine Bottecchia

• Part-time employment September 2024- Current- 23 hours per week
• Casual employment - January 2019- September 2024- approx 23 hours per week.
• Ensuring responsibility for own nursing practice as guided by the Australian Nurses and Midwives Council National Competency Standards for Registered Nurses
• Provide safe, high-quality, and appropriate patient care according to professional standards, statutory requirements, and best practice guidelines
• Maintain appropriate documentation of the health management of patients for professional, clinical, and legal purposes
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

• Fulltime Employment - January 2011- January 2016 - 38 hours per week.
• Part-time- employment January 2016- January 2019 - approx 22hrs per week.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
• Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and paediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
• Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
• Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
• Advanced Patient Assessment : Conducting thorough assessments of critically ill or injured patients to determine the appropriate care needed.
• Advanced Life Support : Administering advanced life support techniques, including advanced airway management, medication administration, and defibrillation.
• Clinical Decision-Making : Making rapid decisions regarding treatment protocols and interventions based on the patient's condition and clinical guidelines.
• Collaboration with Medical Personnel : Working closely with medical teams, including hospital staff, to facilitate patient handover and care continuity.
• Patient Management : Monitoring and managing patients during transport, ensuring stability and comfort throughout the journey.
• Emergency Response : Respond to high-acuity emergencies, including trauma, cardiac arrests, and medical emergencies, often in a leadership role within the paramedic team.
• Training and Mentoring : Providing training and support to other paramedics and students, sharing knowledge on advanced techniques and protocols.
• Documentation : Accurately documenting patient assessments, treatments, and any changes in condition to ensure comprehensive medical records.
• Continuous Education : Engaging in ongoing professional development to stay updated with the latest clinical practices and advancements in pre-hospital care.

• Acting Station Manager Kogarah Superstation, Mascot Ambulance Station- from January 2019- May 2024 - Fulltime Employment 38 hours per week
• Maintain currency of professional practice, ensuring I maintain valid CPD points
• Leadership and Supervision: Overseeing and managing paramedic teams, ensuring effective operations and staff performance.
• Emergency Response: Coordinating responses to emergency calls and incidents, ensuring resources are deployed efficiently.
• Training and Development: Providing training, mentoring, and support to paramedics, including overseeing their professional development.
• Operational Management: Maintaining operational readiness of the station, including equipment checks and vehicle maintenance.
• Compliance and Reporting: Ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and regulations, as well as completing reports and documentation as required.
• Community Engagement: Engaging with the community to promote awareness of services and support public health initiatives.
• Crisis Management: Handling critical incidents and making decisions under pressure to ensure patient safety and effective response.
• Collaboration: Working with other emergency services and stakeholders to coordinate responses and improve service delivery.

• Fulltime Employment - 38hours per week
• Acute Care Ward
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.

Fulltime Member of the Royal Australian Navy