Lyndon John De Guzman
Bunbury,WA
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
WACHS - Bunbury Regional Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in acute and aged care settings, ensuring safe and effective treatment.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify needs, prioritize interventions, and escalate care appropriately.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with complex comorbidities.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, health management, and post-discharge care to promote recovery and self-management.
- Mentored and trained junior nursing staff, fostering skill development, professional growth, and adherence to best practice standards.
- Enhanced accuracy and efficiency of clinical documentation through streamlined record-keeping and digital systems.
- Implemented evidence-based infection control protocols, contributing to the reduction of hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized critical thinking and clinical judgment to prioritize care based on patient acuity and condition changes.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to strengthen patient outcomes, safety, and service delivery.
- Delivered compassionate, holistic nursing care addressing patients’ physical, emotional, and cultural needs.
Registered Nurse
Waikerie Health Service
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients and residents to identify physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
- Planned, implemented, and coordinated person-centred care and service delivery in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Provided direct nursing care to frail, elderly, palliative, and acutely unwell patients with increasing autonomy and accountability.
- Coordinated health services with allied health professionals and community agencies to ensure continuity of care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced patient safety and service efficiency.
- Performed ward coordination duties including patient flow management, staff allocation, and shift leadership as required.
- Applied effective communication and de-escalation strategies to manage patients exhibiting challenging behaviours.
- Supervised and supported Enrolled Nurses, Assistants in Nursing, and student nurses to promote professional development and quality care.
- Delivered culturally safe and inclusive care to patients from diverse backgrounds, respecting individual values and beliefs.
- Recognised and responded promptly to clinical deterioration, activating appropriate escalation pathways and emergency responses.
- Ensured safe pharmacological management and maintained accurate documentation of S8 medications in compliance with policy.
- Liaised with families and representatives to maintain transparent communication and involvement in care decisions.
- Managed acute incidents including falls, aspiration, choking, and cardiac or respiratory emergencies.
Registered Nurse
Altaira Nursing Agency
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Delivered comprehensive nursing assessments and person-centred care for frail, elderly, palliative, and acutely unwell residents.
- Utilised the ISBAR framework to provide accurate, structured, and safe clinical handovers between shifts.
- Maintained and managed the S8 register, ensuring legal compliance, accurate documentation, and timely reporting of discrepancies.
- Administered medications safely following the “six rights” principle, monitoring for side effects and therapeutic outcomes.
- Collaborated with GPs, allied health professionals, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic and coordinated resident care.
- Liaised with families and representatives, maintaining open communication and supporting involvement in care decisions.
- Responded promptly to emergencies such as aspiration, choking, falls, respiratory distress, and cardiac arrest using DRSABCD principles.
- Monitored, assessed, and managed chronic, acute, and terminal pain, using pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods.
- Ensured accurate documentation and adherence to facility policies and clinical governance standards.
- Supervised and supported Enrolled Nurses, Assistants in Nursing, and students, promoting teamwork and professional development.
- Provided leadership and ward coordination on a shift-by-shift basis, prioritising workloads and ensuring quality care delivery.
- Participated in quality improvement activities, audits, and incident reviews to enhance safety and care outcomes.
- Applied effective de-escalation and behaviour management techniques for residents exhibiting challenging behaviours.
- Delivered culturally safe and inclusive care to residents from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
- Recognised and responded to clinical deterioration, initiating escalation protocols and emergency interventions promptly.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Flinders University
Sturt, SA03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Manila Central University
01.2017
Skills
- MS OFFICE
- MS EXCEL
- CHRIS21
- WHS
- BossNet
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- IV setup
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Licensed RN
- Medication distribution
- Patient discharge
- Precepting
- Performing ekgs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- High level of autonomy
- Medical assessment
- ADL assistance
- Personal care needs
- Emotional awareness
- Patient relations
- Staff supervision
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Chest pain management
- Emergency care
- Acute care expertise
- Medical recordkeeping
- Hospice and palliative care
Affiliations
- 2023 – Present Australian Nursing Federation (WA Branch)
- 2021 – 2023 Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (SA Branch)
- 2020 – 2021 Australian Rural and Remote Allied Health (SARRAH) (Student Member)
- 2019 – 2021 Australian College of Nursing (Undergraduate Membership)
- 2019 – 2021 Flinders University Nursing & Midwifery Student Association
- 2019 – 2021 Flinders University Rural Health Society
Certification
- 2022 – ALS
- 2022 – BLS
- 2022 – Aboriginal Cultural Learning
- 2022 – Aseptic Technique
- 2022 – Child Safe Environments
- 2022 – COVID – 19 and Aged Care
- 2022 – Early Recognition of the Deteriorating Patient
- 2022 – Emergency Awareness and Fire Safety
- 2022 - Safe Handling of Cytotoxic Drugs and Related Waste
- 2022 – Lee Care Software
- 2022 - Protecting Children is Everyone’s Business (previously Child Safe Awareness)
- 2022 – Medication Administration
- 2022 – Manual Tasks/Manual Handling
- 2022 – White Ribbon
- 2021 – Dementia Care
- 2021 – PEG Management
- 2021 – Caring for Indigenous Australians
- 2021- PCS Software
- 2021 – Medimap Software
- 2021 – Compulsory Reporting
- 2021 – The New Aged Care Standards
- 2021 – Food Safety
- 2021 – Falls Managements
Timeline
Registered Nurse
WACHS - Bunbury Regional Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Waikerie Health Service
12.2021 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Altaira Nursing Agency
07.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Manila Central University
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Flinders University
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Meals on Wheels, 175 Oaklands Rd, Warradale, SA, 5046, 2020-02, 2020-03, Deliver Meals and Check on the safety and current situation of the client., Ability to follow instructions precisely., Communicate effectively with other Team Members and client., Have an enthusiasm to accomplish a task., Flexible, reliable, and willing to learn from supervisors and colleagues.
Awards
2019 HORIZON Silver Award – Professional Development Award from Flinders University