Lisa Tabb
Derrimut,Australia
Summary
Clinical nursing professional with over 30 years of experience in acute care and university teaching. Strong background in education and training, skilled in developing and implementing effective teaching strategies, fostering a collaborative environment, and adapting to changing needs. Expertise in patient care, curriculum design, and staff development. Known for reliability, strong communication skills, and a results-driven approach. Dedicated to delivering high-quality care and education in the healthcare field.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Sessional Teacher
RMIT
07.2021 - Current
- Teaching first-, second, and third-year students acute nursing curriculum.
- Performing Student Assessments at the end of the semester.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods
Clinical Nurse Specialist Bank
Werribee Mercy Hospital
02.2020 - Current
- Currently working within all areas in the ED, triage, resus, cubicles and mental health.
- Patient-focused care and strong communication with colleagues and patients to improve patient outcomes.
- Facilitated training sessions for new hires, ensuring they were well-equipped to perform their duties efficiently and safely.
- Manual handling trainer/mentor for Moving for Mercy.
- Maintained professional development by attending relevant conferences, workshops, and seminars, staying informed on emerging trends and best practices within the nursing field.
- Educated patients and families on treatment, expected outcomes, and discharge instructions, serving as an advisory resource to patients and families to facilitate recovery.
Clinical Nurse Educator
The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital
12.2022 - 01.2025
- Utilized adult learning principles to adapt teaching methods according to individual learner needs, maximizing comprehension and retention of material presented.
- Worked with the staff in the Inpatient Ward and Specialist Clinics department
- Managed the Enrolled Nurse Transition to Practice Program, the Registered Nurse Graduate Program and the RUSON Program.
- Superuser for the LMS and building learning platforms.
- Coordinating the Simulation Lab and deteriorating patient and ALS training in-house.
- Led the development of annual training plans based on identified gaps in knowledge or skills among clinical staff members.
- Performed BLS training
- Performed Manual Handling Trainer.
- Improved nursing competency through the creation and delivery of targeted training sessions and workshops.
Sessional Teacher
Latrobe University
06.2019 - 10.2023
- Teaching first-, second-, and third-year students acute nursing curriculum.
- Teaching students how to work and liaise with their buddy nurses for a successful clinical placement.
- Performing Student Assessments at the end of the semester.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods
Registered Nurse Bank
The Royal Melbourne Hospital
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Worked in the Emergency Department
- 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.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
First Aid Trainer and Owner
AHEAD Training Group
01.2016 - 10.2022
- Facilitated group sessions and provides one-on-one support in CPR
- Contracted for a National not for profit Organisation creating: Train the Trainer in a manual handling program.
- Reviewing companies current policies and procedures for Manual Handling.
- Creating SOP's for companies for both clinical and non-clinical staff activities.
- Updating and maintaining documentation in Microsoft Excel, completing audits.
- Organized workshops focused on advanced techniques like CPR administration or wound care management.
- Delivered customized training programs for diverse groups, including corporate employees, school staff, and community organizations.
Clinical Education Resource Nurse
Western Health
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Worked directly with various wards throughout Sunshine Hospital Oncology, Renal, Gastroenterology, Endocrine ward and CCU to achieve KPI with targeted education supporting staff, graduate nurses, and undergraduates.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Organised study days and actively participated in delivering multiple study days/sessions, e.g., IV cannulation, BLSD, developed an Introduction to Oncology study day, Diabetes Study Day, Graduate Study Days, Graduate EN Study Days, GNP Pool Program, and Manual Handling.
- Worked in a collaborative team with other nurse educators and multidisciplinary teams.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time e.g., sepsis education rollout.
Self-Directed Learning Laboratory Manager
Victoria University
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Worked directly with VU academics to improve clinical placement and input on curriculum.
- Developed new processes and facilities for undergraduate nursing students to improve their experience on clinical placement.
- Actively participated in professional conferences and workshops, sharing laboratory best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Footscray Hospital
06.2002 - 01.2012
- Mentored nursing staff through professional development opportunities, enhancing their skill sets and competencies.
- Served as a clinical expert resource for fellow nurses, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on ongoing learning and growth.
- Develop Patient Care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses.
- Education and counselling to patients in health maintenance and disease management.
Education
TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training And Assessment -
Pinnacle
Master of Health Professional Education -
ACU
01.2024
Graduate Diploma - Clinical Education
University of Melbourne
01.2014
Graduate Diploma - Intensive Care Nursing
University of Melbourne
01.1997
Bachelor of Health- Nursing -
Victoria University
01.1994
Skills
- Educating Students in a Simulation Setting
- Supporting staff at all levels of education from undergraduate to Registered Nurse
- Patient Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Nurse Leadership
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Patient Health Education
Accomplishments
- Current Victorian Working with Children, 01/26
- Current Victorian Driver's License
- APHRA Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia RN Nursing Certificate of Registration, 31/5/26
- ACCCN Train the Trainer ALS, 05/24
- ACCCN PALS Trainer, 11/24
- Attended Australian College of Nursing Conference, Cairns, 08/24
- Attended Californian/ Victorian Simulation Alliance, Hawaii, 11/23
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Educator
The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital
12.2022 - 01.2025
Sessional Teacher
RMIT
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse Bank
The Royal Melbourne Hospital
06.2021 - 06.2023
Clinical Nurse Specialist Bank
Werribee Mercy Hospital
02.2020 - Current
Sessional Teacher
Latrobe University
06.2019 - 10.2023
First Aid Trainer and Owner
AHEAD Training Group
01.2016 - 10.2022
Self-Directed Learning Laboratory Manager
Victoria University
01.2015 - 12.2017
Clinical Education Resource Nurse
Western Health
01.2012 - 01.2019
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Footscray Hospital
06.2002 - 01.2012
Graduate Diploma - Clinical Education
University of Melbourne
Graduate Diploma - Intensive Care Nursing
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Health- Nursing -
Victoria University
TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training And Assessment -
Pinnacle
Master of Health Professional Education -
ACU
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