Louise Estelle RIGGS
Cockatoo Valley,SA
Summary
Experienced Nursing Lecturer with advanced skills in nurse education. Well versed in education programs, training packages and session plan development/timetabling. Focused on producing positive student outcomes whilst simultaneously providing high-quality education. Organised and motivated with dedication to teaching. Passionate about staff orientation, development and mentoring, as well as sharing advances, trends, and techniques applicable to program.
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lecturer, Nursing
TAFESA NURIOOPTA CAMPUS
01.2015 - Current
- Delivering and facilitating the Diploma of Nursing in a blended delivery mode, online and face-to-face
- Development and validation of Units of Competence, in accordance with ASQA standards, including assessments.
- Develop strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on training package development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Contribute to team meetings by sharing insights on effective teaching strategies and proposing solutions for addressing common challenges faced by lecturers.
- Serve as a mentor to new staff members, offering guidance and orientation to the program.
- Adapt quickly to shifting educational landscapes during remote learning periods, leveraging digital tools to engage students via virtual platforms while maintaining a high level of academic rigor.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and continuously improve instructional approaches.
Senior Clinical Care Coordinator
Medibank Health Solutions
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Conducted regular audits of clinical processes, identifying areas for improvement and driving continuous quality improvements across the organisation.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical interventions, ensuring accurate records for continuity of care and regulatory compliance.
- Improved efficiency in case management tasks through the implementation of evidence-based best practices and standardised procedures.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a supportive learning environment that cultivated professional growth and development. This included implementing an orientation program for new staff members.
- Supported organisational performance improvement initiatives by participating in and conducting clinical audits, data analysis, root cause identification, and developing action plans and tools in response to outcomes.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Coordinated, monitored, assigned, and documented patient and clinical care activities.
- Analysed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, ensuring high-quality service delivery for all projects.
- Conducted regular team meetings to review progress, address challenges, and share best practices.
Clinical Educator
CMAX Research
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Developed customised training materials tailored to the specific needs of the research facility.
- Collaborated with management to assess learning needs and develop customised training plans for clinical staff.
- Served as a clinical mentor, offering guidance and support to new hires during their onboarding process.
- Evaluated clinical competencies of staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted training solutions.
- Optimised participants care quality by updating policies, procedures, and protocols based on current best practices in clinical education.
Clinical Nurse
INNER NORTH COMMUNITY HEALTH
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Employed as Level 2 registered nurse, working in community health, and as Better Care in the Community Coordinator facilitating care packages for discharge from metro and country hospitals for clients returning to the community in the Gawler and Barossa area
- Planning, developing and implementing an education and exercise program for Type 2 Diabetes clients
- Teaching clients Chronic Disease Self-Management strategies for hospital avoidance and supported discharge
Senior Registered Nurse
Flinders Medical Centre
01.2001 - 01.2011
- In the Hospital at Home unit providing a vast variety of surgical and medical acute nursing care in the community
Registered General Nurse
FLINDERS MEDICAL CENTRE
01.1995 - 01.2011
- Employed in the Medical and Surgical Divisions, and in the Hospital at Home unit since 1995
Registered Nurse
Flinders Medical Centre
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Ward 5G (Haematology and Oncology Day Unit.)
- Intravenous Cannulation Accredited.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Graduate Nurse Program
FLINDERS MEDICAL CENTRE
01.1994 - 01.1995
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
UNIVERSITY of SOUTH AUSTRALIA, School of Nursing
1993
WILLUNGA HIGH SCHOOL
1990
Skills
- Delegation and Motivation
- Teaching material preparation
- Course content development
- Competency-based education
- Evidence-based Teaching
Accomplishments
- Accredited to Administer Chemotherapy
- Wound Management trained
- Conducting Exercise Stress Testing
- Completed National Immunisation Program 2021
- Chest Pain Assessment and ECG Interpretation Education
- Venepuncture and Cannulation Accreditation
- Flipped Learning accreditation
- Chronic Disease Management trained
- Developed a Diabetes Education community program
Certification
- Certificate IV Training and Assessment 40116 - 2015
Additional Information
Busy mum of three teenagers living on a semi rural property. Love of learning, travel and new experiences. Thrives on challenges and is energised by a fast paced productive environment.
Timeline
Senior Clinical Care Coordinator
Medibank Health Solutions
09.2022 - 09.2023
Clinical Educator
CMAX Research
03.2022 - 09.2022
Lecturer, Nursing
TAFESA NURIOOPTA CAMPUS
01.2015 - Current
Clinical Nurse
INNER NORTH COMMUNITY HEALTH
01.2011 - 01.2015
Senior Registered Nurse
Flinders Medical Centre
01.2001 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse
Flinders Medical Centre
01.1999 - 01.2001
Registered General Nurse
FLINDERS MEDICAL CENTRE
01.1995 - 01.2011
Graduate Nurse Program
FLINDERS MEDICAL CENTRE
01.1994 - 01.1995
Bachelor of Nursing -
UNIVERSITY of SOUTH AUSTRALIA, School of Nursing
WILLUNGA HIGH SCHOOL
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