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Madison Rex

Gold Coast,QLD

Summary

Compassionate and reliable Registered Nurse with a passion in providing care to vulnerable patients. Due to having experience in working in prisons I am able to provide care to high risk patients with complex health and mental health needs. I am resourceful and take time to ensure that my patients understand what is going on with their care. I work well in a team and am always willing to learn from other people. I have special interests in forensics, mental health, providing care and education to disadvantaged people, providing care to people in crisis, and Indigenous health.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

West Moreton Health
02.2023 - 02.2024

I am completing my graduate nursing program through West Moreton Health in Prison Health.

While working as a registered nurse in the prisons I have:

  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Worked with a wide range of healthcare professionals to provide the best care to my patients.
  • Provided care to patients with both acute and chronic conditions.
  • Regularly collected blood via venipuncture.
  • Responded to medical emergencies, and am trained in advanced life support.
  • Provided wound care and developed wound care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.

Babysitter

Coastal Babysitting
04.2022 - 02.2023

As a babysitter I:

  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
  • Administered medications, following strict instructions from parents and medical labels.
  • Provided safe transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.

NDIS Support Worker

NDIS
02.2021 - 02.2023

As an NDIS support worker, I provide care to the vulnerable people of our community and their families. While working for NDIS I have

  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
  • Helped with activities of daily living.
  • worked with clients aged 2 +.
  • Provided care to clients with mental health conditions, spinal conditions, and rare disorders such as Cru De Chat syndrome and GRIN2A-related syndrome.


Party Host

Pony Parties And Farm Friends
01.2014 - 12.2019
  • Supervised children's activities, maintaining happiness, safety and well-being.
  • Prepared and served food and drinks to guests, meeting hygiene and safety standards.
  • Decorated and set tables in accordance with party themes and age groups.
  • Planned parties according to customer specifications.
  • Provided care to the animals

Education

Graduate Certificate - Forensic Mental Health

Griffith University
Gold Coast, QLD
11.2024

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Griffith University
Gold Coast, QLD
11.2022

High School Diploma -

Tamborine Mountain College
North Tamborine, QLD
11.2019

Certificate III - Tourism

Tafe Queensland Ashmore
Gold Coast, QLD
11.2018

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Patient Assessments
  • Wound Care
  • Patient Education
  • Care Plan Development

References

    

Matthew Woodham - Nurse Educator for Prison Health 

Email - matthew.woodham@health.qld.gov.au 

Phone - 0436 857 691 


Lesly Ustick - Registered nurse at Brisbane Correctional Centre

Email - lesly.ustick@health.qld.gov.au


Michelle Finegan - Registered nurse at Wolston Correctional Centre

Work Email - michelle.finegan@health.qld.gov.au

Personal Email - matfinegan@hotmail.com

Phone - 0428 179 075


Moira McKnight - Registered nurse at Brisbane Correctional Centre

Email - moira.mcknight@health.qld.gov.au

Personal Email - moira.mcknight1973@gmail.com

Phone - 0451095369


Kristy Allen – NDIS Client 

Phone – 0414 445 894 

Email - kristiejg80@gmail.com 

Timeline

Registered Nurse

West Moreton Health
02.2023 - 02.2024

Babysitter

Coastal Babysitting
04.2022 - 02.2023

NDIS Support Worker

NDIS
02.2021 - 02.2023

Party Host

Pony Parties And Farm Friends
01.2014 - 12.2019

Graduate Certificate - Forensic Mental Health

Griffith University

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Griffith University

High School Diploma -

Tamborine Mountain College

Certificate III - Tourism

Tafe Queensland Ashmore
Madison Rex