Louise Tanner
Perth,WA
Summary
I am a Registered Nurse with extensive experience in a number of day surgery environments at SJOG Hospital. My competencies include Medication, IV administration and advocating exceptional patient care. I have proven skills in fostering professional growth and mentoring among my peers. I continually aspire to achieve patient satisfaction through following the SJOG Vision and Mission Statement that encourages the values of Hospitality,Compassion,Respect,Justice and Excellence. I am proficient in documentation, charting as per protocol and delivering patient care in an holistic manner.
I am the Radiation Safety monitor for SSU and maintain accurate records of the monthly badges and reports.
Currently my role in Pain Theatre involves the safe transfer of the patient from Holding Bay through Theatre, into PACU, and maintaining the Sterile Field during the procedure.
I am also responsible for monitoring the stock and consumables, to facilitate the reordering as required.
I have developed an excellent working relationship with the consumables Representatives that we deal with.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
SJOG Healthcare
01.2014 - 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Clinical Trial Nurse
Lions Eye Institute Ltd The Lions Eye Institute, LEI
10.2013 - 12.2013
- Expanded professional knowledge by attending relevant conferences and workshops, staying up-to-date on industry trends and best practices.
- Implemented efficient management systems for tracking patient progress throughout clinical trials.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and accurate data collection in clinical trials.
- Streamlined data collection processes by maintaining organized records of patient information, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in reporting.
- Facilitated clear communication between patients, families, physicians, and research staff about potential benefits and risks associated with participating in clinical trials.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by consistently monitoring and documenting vital signs, lab results, and medication administration.
- Ensured proper handling and storage of investigational products, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted principal investigators in analyzing trial data, leading to timely interpretation of study results.
- Maximized protocol adherence by collaborating with clinical trial coordinators on schedule adjustments, avoiding conflicts that could affect participation or data quality.
- Served as a resource for patients and families navigating complex study processes and regulations, ensuring their understanding of consent forms and other documentation.
Clinical Nurse/Acting Clinical Manager/Registered Nurse
Osbourne Park Hospital
01.2008 - 10.2013
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by protecting unauthorized access to personal information.
- Monitored patients, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Promoted a culture of safety by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with regulatory standards.
- Coordinated seamless transitions between levels of care by effectively communicating with multidisciplinary team members throughout the process.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans.
- Implemented individualized nursing care plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient population served.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up support to patients.
- Served as a clinical resource to staff, patients and families.
- Identified clinical risks and took appropriate preventative actions.
- Provided clinical oversight and support to health care teams.
- Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with healthcare providers.
- Implemented and monitored infection control protocols.
- Developed, implemented and monitored clinical protocols and standards of care.
- Created educational materials for staff and patients.
- Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians, and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the clinic by enforcing policies related to infection control, medication administration, and incident reporting procedures.
- Successfully managed clinic operations during periods of change or growth by adapting processes as needed.
- Oversaw overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
- Worked with nurse manager to develop nursing staff through education, evaluation, performance management, and competency improvement.
- Maintained clinic's records and files, utilizing proper techniques to keep patient data confidential.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Clinical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Fremantle Hospital
07.2007 - 01.2008
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by protecting unauthorized access to personal information.
- Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
- Assisted in developing continuing education programs, enhancing staff knowledge and skills in clinical practice areas.
- Served as a clinical resource to staff, patients and families.
- Documented patient progress and care interventions in medical records.
- Identified clinical risks and took appropriate preventative actions.
- Implemented and monitored infection control protocols.
- Developed, implemented and monitored clinical protocols and standards of care.
- Created educational materials for staff and patients.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Ophthalmic Nursing Sister
Queen Mary's Hospital
04.1997 - 07.2007
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Patient care and liaison
- Oversee daily operations of pre-assessment unit.
- Coordinate all measurements for opthalmic operations.
- Assist with minor eye emergency procedures as required.
- Monitor and adjust medical equipment used in patient care and treatment.
- Monitor and attend to wounds.
- Liaise with team members and other relevant health professionals.
- Completion of correct documentation.
- Trouble shooting and problem solving.
- Maintain an organised and clean working environment.
- Complete all necessary paperwork.
- Provide education and advice on health matters.
- Report to Clinical Nurse Manager.
Ophthalmology Nurse
Moorfields Eye Hospital
03.1993 - 03.1994
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams in providing comprehensive care for patients with complex medical needs.
- Promoted a safe and hygienic environment, meticulously sterilizing surgical instruments and maintaining cleanliness standards in exam rooms.
- Consistently maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of medical records, which contributed to better decision-making by the ophthalmologists and easier access to information for other healthcare professionals.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing thorough preoperative and postoperative care.
- Increased patient satisfaction by addressing concerns and answering questions in a compassionate manner.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when liaising between ophthalmologists, staff members, patients, and families to ensure smooth functioning of daily operations within the clinic setting.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Education
No Degree - Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner
Florence Nightingale School of Nursing
London,UK01.2005
No Degree - Introduction To Research Process
University of Greenwich
Greenwich,London06.2003
No Degree - A21 Level 2 Peri-Operative Nursing
University of Greenwich
London,UK02.1998
No Degree - ENB 998 Teaching And Assessing
Royal Marsden Hospital
Chelsea,London12.1996
No Degree - Ophthalmic Nursing Course (ENB 346)
Moorfields Eye Hospital
London,UK12.1993
Diploma in Nursing - Registered Nursing
Greenwich/Bexley Department of Nursing Studies
London,UK09.1988
No Degree - General Certificate of Secondary Education
Worthing Sixth Form College
Worthing, West Sussex06.1984
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Appointment Scheduling
- Procedure preparation
- IV cannulation/phlebotomy
- IV Additives
Timeline
Registered Nurse
SJOG Healthcare
01.2014 - Current
Clinical Trial Nurse
Lions Eye Institute Ltd The Lions Eye Institute, LEI
10.2013 - 12.2013
Clinical Nurse/Acting Clinical Manager/Registered Nurse
Osbourne Park Hospital
01.2008 - 10.2013
Clinical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Fremantle Hospital
07.2007 - 01.2008
Ophthalmic Nursing Sister
Queen Mary's Hospital
04.1997 - 07.2007
Ophthalmology Nurse
Moorfields Eye Hospital
03.1993 - 03.1994
No Degree - Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner
Florence Nightingale School of Nursing
No Degree - Introduction To Research Process
University of Greenwich
No Degree - A21 Level 2 Peri-Operative Nursing
University of Greenwich
No Degree - ENB 998 Teaching And Assessing
Royal Marsden Hospital
No Degree - Ophthalmic Nursing Course (ENB 346)
Moorfields Eye Hospital
Diploma in Nursing - Registered Nursing
Greenwich/Bexley Department of Nursing Studies
No Degree - General Certificate of Secondary Education
Worthing Sixth Form College
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