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Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Community And Volunteer Involvement
Education And Professional Development
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Madeline Nash

Cashmore,Australia

Summary

I am an experienced nurse with over six years of dedicated urgent care experience at Portland District Health (PDH), where I have developed a deep understanding of my community's unique needs. Currently, I work in both the Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) and Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) roles within the Urgent Care Centre (UCC).

As a dedicated nurse at PDH, I consistently strive to demonstrate advanced skills in clinical decision-making, effective problem identification, and practical solutions. My commitment to PDH extends beyond my clinical work. I am passionate about supporting my team, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to continuous improvement through education and policy development. I am committed to fostering a positive team culture and supporting the growth of my colleagues, ensuring the best outcomes for my patients, and my workplace.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

Portland District Health (PDH)
04.2024 - Current
  • Acting as a clinical resource and mentor for junior staff
  • Leading the mental health portfolio, including audits and in-service training
  • Developing clinical education resources and contributing to staff professional development

Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM)

Portland District Health (PDH)
12.2023 - Current
  • Balancing clinical leadership with direct patient care on the floor
  • Overseeing shift coordination, resource management, and bed flow
  • Leading and supporting both nursing and medical teams in high-pressure environments
  • Acting as the triage nurse, performing rapid patient assessment and prioritisation
  • Supporting junior nurses and providing leadership in critical decision-making
  • Collaborating with medical staff to coordinate patient care and ensure seamless communication

Mental Health Portfolio Lead

Portland District Health (PDH)
01.2023 - Current
  • Lead mental health audits and staff training to ensure best practice care
  • Develop policies and educational materials to enhance staff understanding of mental health care

Preceptor and Mentor

Portland District Health (PDH)
01.2023 - Current
  • Support junior nurses and students in their clinical development, providing mentorship and practical training

Clinical Education Contributor

Portland District Health (PDH)
01.2023 - Current
  • Co-develop structured learning resources for nursing staff, including clinical booklets and competency assessments

Registered Nurse

Portland District Health (PDH)
01.2019 - 04.2024
  • Delivered high-quality patient care in emergency, theatre, and general medical settings
  • Developed expertise in triage, patient assessment, and critical care interventions
  • Supported junior staff as a preceptor, fostering a positive learning environment
  • Completed advanced trauma training, enhancing skills in rapid patient assessment and management

Postgraduate Emergency Nursing Student

Flinders University
, Australia
07.2022 - 11.2023
  • Completed advanced coursework in emergency nursing, including trauma management, advanced patient assessment, and critical care principles
  • Developed skills in rapid clinical decision-making and patient-centered care, preparing for leadership roles in urgent care
  • Engaged in clinical placements to consolidate advanced practice skills and theoretical knowledge

Graduate Registered Nurse

Portland District Health (PDH)
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Rotated through various departments, building foundational clinical skills
  • Managed diverse patient caseloads, demonstrating strong organisational abilities

Education

Postgraduate Certificate - Emergency Nursing

Flinders University
South Australia
11.2023

Post-Graduate Certificate - Emergency Nursing

Flinders University
Adelaide, SA
11-2023

Bachelor of Nursing -

Deakin University
Warrnambool
01.2018

Skills

  • Leadership and teamwork
  • Clinical decision-making
  • Effective communication
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Time management
  • Patient advocacy
  • Problem-solving
  • Triage management
  • Patient assessment
  • Conflict resolution

Affiliations

  • Australian College of Emergency Nursing (ACEN)
  • Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF)

Community And Volunteer Involvement

  • Netball Coach and Team Leader – Westerns football Netball Club.
  • Youth Leader – South West Community Church, supporting youth programs and mentoring young adults

Education And Professional Development

  • Postgraduate Certificate in Emergency Nursing, Flinders University, South Australia, 07/01/22 - 11/30/23
  • Bachelor of Nursing, Deakin University, Warrnambool, 01/01/16 - 12/31/18
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), 2022
  • Advanced Life Support (ALS) Certification, Ongoing
  • Coaching and Mentoring for Success, Ongoing, completion 2024

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

Portland District Health (PDH)
04.2024 - Current

Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM)

Portland District Health (PDH)
12.2023 - Current

Mental Health Portfolio Lead

Portland District Health (PDH)
01.2023 - Current

Preceptor and Mentor

Portland District Health (PDH)
01.2023 - Current

Clinical Education Contributor

Portland District Health (PDH)
01.2023 - Current

Postgraduate Emergency Nursing Student

Flinders University
07.2022 - 11.2023

Registered Nurse

Portland District Health (PDH)
01.2019 - 04.2024

Graduate Registered Nurse

Portland District Health (PDH)
01.2019 - 01.2020

Postgraduate Certificate - Emergency Nursing

Flinders University

Post-Graduate Certificate - Emergency Nursing

Flinders University

Bachelor of Nursing -

Deakin University

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