LYNETTE ENGLISH
Sydney,New South Wales
Summary
I am a considerate expert nurse with 32 years of community nursing experience in one organisation. I am committed to providing excellent nursing care for my patients, with compassion and respect.
I have advanced skills in collaborating with healthcare teams to identify, plan and implement specific care plans for patients and families.
The care I provide is patient-centred, quality care supporting those who have complex care needs and end-of-life issues.
I have advanced levels of patient assessment, responding to clinical deterioration in a timely way.
I am dedicated to promoting patient education and advocating for evidence-based practice in all areas of my nursing care.
I am a passionate team member who appreciates a teamwork approach to patient care.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Consultant Palliative Care
Northern Sydney Home Nursing Service
08.1989 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing guidance to clinical staff.
- Enhanced patient care by regularly updating and revising clinical policies, procedures, and protocols based on current research.
- Provided expert consultation for complex palliative cases, ensuring comprehensive assessments/reviews and appropriate interventions were delivered.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans that addressed the unique needs of each patient.
- Developed educational materials and conducted in-service training to enhance clinical staff knowledge on various health topics.
- Served as a liaison between nursing unit manager and clinical staff.
- Mentored newly hired nurses, ensuring proper orientation to facility procedures.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives aimed at supporting staff with clinical supervision.
- Supported nursing staff retention by creating a positive work environment, addressing concerns, and providing necessary education.
- Fostered a culture of continuous learning within the clinical team by sharing best practices and encouraging open communication on opportunities for improvement.
- Motivated nursing staff to pursue clinical competencies.
- Served as a clinical resource to staff, patients and families.
- Facilitated patient and family education and emotional support.
- Identified clinical risks and took appropriate preventative actions.
- Provided clinical oversight and support to nursing staff.
- Evaluated patient progress, assessed for clinical deterioration and provided medical review and follow-up care.
- Monitored and maintained clinical supplies, materials and inventory.
- Attended interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient care.
Education
Certified Clinical Supervisor - Clinical Supervision
Clinical Supervision Consultancy
Sydney, NSW2022
Bachelor of Nursing Professional Honors - Nursing Education
University of Tasmania
Launceston, TAS2019
Graduate Certificate - Palliative Care Nursing
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA11.2017
Certificate IV - Workplace Assessment, Train The Trainer
Meadowbank TAFE
Meadowbank TAFE2012
Graduate Certificate - Health Management
University of New England
Armidale, NSW11.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Sydney University
Sydney, NSW12.1987
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Advanced Nursing Practice
- Clinical Assessment and decision making
- Medication Administration
- Staff Supervision and Education
- Effective Communication
- Patient Advocacy
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Consultant Palliative Care
Northern Sydney Home Nursing Service
08.1989 - Current
Certified Clinical Supervisor - Clinical Supervision
Clinical Supervision Consultancy
Bachelor of Nursing Professional Honors - Nursing Education
University of Tasmania
Graduate Certificate - Palliative Care Nursing
Flinders University
Certificate IV - Workplace Assessment, Train The Trainer
Meadowbank TAFE
Graduate Certificate - Health Management
University of New England
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Sydney University
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