Lucy Wildschut
Umina Beach,NSW
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with 10 years experience in palliative, aged, and community care, notably at Gosford Hospital. Expert in patient education and emotional awareness. I take pride in my practice, and through my developed nursing skills and knowledge I aim to enhance care outcomes through evidence-based interventions. Skilled in leading nursing staff and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, my approach prioritizes holistic patient wellbeing and advocacy. I have highly developed communication skills and work well both autonomously and as part of a team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Palliative Care
Gosford Hospital
04.2023 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Registered Nurse Aged Care
Hammond Care
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- 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.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Registered Nurse Community
My Home Care
09.2020 - 01.2023
- Conducted home visits for at-risk patients, providing necessary medical care and support for improved wellbeing.
- Communicated with physicians and practitioners for patient care concerns to obtain orders and intervention protocols.
- Participated in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to stay abreast of best practices and emerging trends in community health nursing.
- Served as a liaison between healthcare providers and patients'' families, facilitating communication and fostering trust.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW01-2015
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Nursing staff leadership
- High level of autonomy
- Emotional awareness
- Health screening
- Hospice and palliative care
- Palliative care awareness
- Preventive health
- Home care
- Wound care specialist
- Culturally-sensitive care
Timeline
Registered Nurse Palliative Care
Gosford Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Aged Care
Hammond Care
03.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse Community
My Home Care
09.2020 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Newcastle
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