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Lucy Palmer

Townsville,QLD

Summary

A compassionate, hard-working and friendly Registered Nurse with Seven years of experience offering comprehensive patient care in a variety of environments. Enjoys and works well with diverse patient populations. Fostering trusting relationships through empathetic communication, a respectful attitude and a focus on holistic wellbeing for all.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse- Gastroenterology Endoscopy

Christchurch District Health Board
05.2023 - 03.2024
  • Assisted physicians in performing complex endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout. (gastroscopy, colonoscopy, EMR, bronchoscopy, EBUS)
  • Applied advanced nursing skills to handle emergency situations during endoscopic procedures calmly and effectively.
  • Educated patients on post-procedure care, increasing adherence to discharge instructions and promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Managed sedation administration for optimal pain relief during procedures and monitoring vital signs closely.
  • Maintained good time management by efficiently preparing patients, rooms, and equipment for endoscopic examinations.

Registered Nurse- COVID-19 Vaccination.

Auckland District Health Board
04.2021 - 03.2022
  • Administering a range of COVID-19 vaccinations to the community, including paediatrics.
  • Comprehensive and accurate documentation, including thorough consent and education during and after vaccination process.
  • Constant ongoing education on vaccination and related procedures.
  • Strong focus on health and safety, effective infection control processes and PPE for self and community members.
  • Post vaccination observations, vaccine reaction/emergency management and cold chain management.
  • Held a clinical nurse lead role at the centre for 3 months.
  • Assisted in orientation of new nursing staff members, holding morning meetings, delegating and directing staff including nurses, pharmacists, admin and security staff for service efficiency.
  • Managing internal/staff conflicts and resolving and troubleshooting consumer issues and questions.


Registered Nurse, General Surgery Ward

Christchurch District Health Board
09.2016 - 03.2021
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying MDT and initiating appropriate interventions as needed.
  • Collaborating extensively with MDT to ensure best outcomes for patient and family.
  • Experience in High Dependency Surgical Unit, utilizing telemetry and 2:1 ratio. Including care of trauma and complex surgical patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch
09.2016

Skills

  • Excellent Communicator
  • Friendly Team Player
  • Establishes Rapport Quickly With All People
  • Strong Clinical Judgment and Assessment Skills
  • Committed to High Clinical Standards

Timeline

Registered Nurse- Gastroenterology Endoscopy

Christchurch District Health Board
05.2023 - 03.2024

Registered Nurse- COVID-19 Vaccination.

Auckland District Health Board
04.2021 - 03.2022

Registered Nurse, General Surgery Ward

Christchurch District Health Board
09.2016 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Ara Institute of Canterbury

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