Luka Goulding
East Lismore,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with NSW Health, skilled in delivering exceptional emergency care and managing complex patient needs. I excel in multidisciplinary collaboration and effective communication. Passionate about enhancing patient outcomes through rapid interventions and compassionate support in high-pressure environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
NSW Health
Lismore, NSW
02.2025 - Current
- Delivered high-quality, evidence-based care to critically ill patients presenting with a wide variety of presentations including hyperacute stroke, STEMI, opioid overdose, and trauma.
- Initiated and started treatment on the undifferentiated patient via ECAT protocols including IVC insertion, bloods sampling, ECG monitoring, medication administration, and Xray
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to stabilise and prioritise patient care in high-pressure settings.
- Utilised advanced monitoring equipment, including ECG, End Tidal CO2, Invasive BP and defibrillators, to inform clinical decisions.
- Assisted with rapid diagnostic procedures to support timely interventions during emergencies.
- Provided education, emotional support and guidance to patients and families during complex care decisions.
Endoscopy
NSW Health
Lismore
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Management of Unconscious Patients: Cared for patients with unprotected airways, monitored with continuous cardiac monitoring, invasive monitoring, and pain management using the Management Pathway (PMP).
- Anaesthetics and sedation: Developed understanding of sedation and anaesthetic pharmacology, indications, and considerations. Worked closely with MDT to monitor airway or procedural complications.
- Mental Health: Recovered mental health patients’ post ECT, managing emotionally volatile and potentially combative patients.
- Assist procedurally in gastroscopy, Colonoscopy & Bronchoscopy. Gaining understanding of various GI and respiratory presentations and management.
Post-Graduate Rotations - 23-Hour Unit, Short Stay Surgical
- High-turnover Patient Management: Efficiently handled a diverse caseload of post-operative patients, prioritising care and timely interventions.
- Diverse Surgical presentations: Collaborated with surgical teams across various specialties, including general surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, urology, Renal, and vascular.
- Recognizing Deterioration: Exposure to varied signs of patient deterioration, applying nursing interventions within relevant scope of practice and escalated care as necessary.
- Patient Discharge Coordination: High turnover and discharge, developed skills in patient education and post-operative care instructions ensuring smooth transitions from hospital to home.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Southern Cross University
Lismore, NSW11.2023
Skills
- Time management
- Effective, clear, and kind communication
- IVC insertion
- ECAT Protocol initiation
- Airway management
- ECG interpretation
- Patient monitoring including: CCM, ET CO2, & invasive BP monitoring
- Sedation administration
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
Notable Undergraduate Clinical Placements
- Murwillumbah District Hospital Emergency Department, 03/27/23, 04/21/23, 4 Weeks, Collaborated successfully with an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment., Exposure to common ED presentations, Identified personal knowledge gaps and proactively sought out learning resources and guidance from senior clinicians., Conducted ECG tests for patients presenting with chest pain., Engaged in simulations and participated in professional development opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Grafton Base Hospital ICU Placement, 04/10/23, 05/21/23, 6 weeks, Assisted in the care of critically unwell patients, including those requiring intubation and non-invasive ventilation (CPAP and BiPAP)., Monitored and administered high-risk medications and inotropes under supervision., Collaborated effectively within an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced ICU environment., Identified and addressed knowledge gaps by utilizing available resources and seeking guidance from experienced clinicians., Engaged in simulations and professional development opportunities to enhance clinical skills and critical thinking.
Professional Requirements
- Southern Cross University, Lismore, NSW, 11/2023, Bachelor of Nursing
- Current Employee WWCC
- Current NSW Health Mandatory Vaccination Requirements
- Current CPR certificate and Apply First Aid Certification
- Current National Police Certificate
References
- Nicole Eather, Nursing Unit Manager Level 3, Emergency Department Lismore Base Hospital, Nicole.Eather@health.nsw.gov.au
- Patrick Reay, Nursing Unit Manager, Endoscopy, Lismore Base Hospital, Patrick.Reay@health.nsw.gov.au
Accomplishments And Training
- Caltex Best All-rounder Award, Richmond River High School, for leadership, service and community, sport, arts and culture, attitude, and personal conduct
- VPM - Team Restraint Techniques, face to face workshop, Byron Bay, 07/06/23, 09/06/23
- IVC insertion package & Venipuncture
- Insertion of IDC
- Conducted comprehensive audits on fall prevention and management as part of the hospital-wide falls prevention team
- Accessing central venous access devices (CVADs)
- Management of Patient Controlled Analgesia (PCA) & Peripheral Nerve Infusions (PNI)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
NSW Health
02.2025 - Current
Endoscopy
NSW Health
02.2024 - 02.2025
Post-Graduate Rotations - 23-Hour Unit, Short Stay Surgical
Bachelor of Nursing -
Southern Cross University