Mahwish Khizer
Summary
Experienced with delivering comprehensive emergency care and managing patient treatment plans. Utilizes advanced clinical skills and effective communication to handle high-stress situations. Track record of fostering teamwork and ensuring patient safety and satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Department (ED) Nurse
PA Hospital
06.2024 - Current
- Performed rapid initial assessments and triaged patients based on the severity of their conditions
- Collected essential patient information and provided immediate stabilization as needed
- Communicated effectively with patients and healthcare team members during initial evaluations
- Monitored patients during short-term stays to assess their need for admission or safe discharge
- Administered medications, provided treatments, and executed necessary procedures
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments, and follow-up care instructions
- Delivered advanced care and interventions for severe and life-threatening conditions
- Collaborated with physicians and specialists to manage complex cases and coordinate care
- Responded efficiently to emergencies, including trauma, cardiac events, and severe infections
- Managed multiple high-acuity patients simultaneously under fast-paced conditions without compromising quality of care.
POOL Nurse
PA Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Gained extensive experience by working across various departments including Mental Health, Spinal Care, Cardiology, and Infectious Diseases
- Adapted quickly to diverse clinical settings and contributed to a wide range of patient care scenarios
- Enhanced skills and knowledge through exposure to different specialties and hospital units
- Provided flexible nursing care across various departments, adapting quickly to different clinical settings and patient needs
Contract Nurse
PA Hospital
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Delivered specialized nursing care in the Hepatobiliary ward
- Manage care for patients with conditions such as hepatitis, cirrhosis, liver cancer, and liver failure
- Provide care for patients with bile duct obstructions, cholangitis, and gallbladder diseases
- Oversee care for patients with pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer, and pancreatic insufficiency
- Prepare patients for surgeries such as liver transplants, cholecystectomies, and other hepatobiliary procedures
- Provide postoperative care, including monitoring for complications, managing drains and tubes, and supporting recovery
- As a nurse in hepatobiliary wards play a crucial role in managing patients with complex liver, bile duct, and pancreatic conditions, requiring specialized knowledge and skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes
STARS (Short Term Acute Rehabilitation Service) Nurse
Brisbane
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Delivered specialized care in a rehabilitation setting, focusing on patient recovery and rehabilitation
- Evaluate patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional status to develop individualized care plans
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create and update individualized rehabilitation plans based on patient needs and goals
- Work closely with neurologists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other specialists to ensure comprehensive care
- Accurately document patient assessments, care plans, interventions, and progress notes
- Communicate any significant changes in the patient's condition to the healthcare team promptly
Registered Nurse
Opal Springwood Aged Care
06.2022 - 06.2022
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding
- Delivered direct care to patients, including bathing, feeding, and grooming
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines
- Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients
- Completed in-service training and attended performance improvement meetings
- Cleaned and sanitized medical equipment and rooms
Student Registered Nurse
Harvey Bay Hospital OSPD
09.2022 - 09.2022
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
- Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop the spread of infections
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measured vital signs
- Educated individuals and families on health education and disease prevention
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Student Registered Nurse
Sunnybank Private Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
- Performed physical examinations to make tentative diagnoses
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measured vital signs
- Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop the spread of infections
- Administered medications to patients and monitored for reactions or side effects under supervision
Student Registered Nurse
Belmont Private Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2021
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measured vital signs
- Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop the spread of infections
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times
- Provided product information and resolved concerns to assist customers
Personal Care Assistant
Aveo Freedom Community Centre
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Fostered resident comfort by answering requests and reporting observations to the nursing supervisor
- Reported health changes and provided proper documentation to appropriate staff
- Assisted residents in activities of daily living to maintain health and dignity
- Assisted residents in and out of bed and wheelchairs, using safe lifting and transferring techniques
- Provided proper care and observation of patients' skin to prevent breakdown
- Maintained a secure environment for staff and residents, following established safety standards
Student Registered Nurse
Limestone Medical Centre
05.2021 - 05.2021
- Ordered, interpreted, and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
- Prepared examination rooms with sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies
Student Registered Nurse
Peninsula Private Hospital
10.2020 - 10.2020
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measured vital signs
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
Student Registered Nurse
Gold Coast Private Hospital
09.2020 - 09.2020
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
- Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop the spread of infections
- Administered medications to patients and monitored for reactions or side effects
Certified Nurse Assistant
Allity
10.2013 - 04.2021
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
- Established special connections with patients through empathy and relationship-building techniques
- Assisted nurses and physicians in the operation of medical equipment and provision of patient care
- Checked vital signs and recorded intake information to monitor patient stability
- Documented and reported observations of patient behaviour, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and urinary and faecal output
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Torrens University Australia, Brisbane, QLD
Brisbane, QLD12-2022
CertificateIII in Nursing - Nursing
Master Course, Brisbane, QLD
QLD08-2014
Master of Science - Biology
University of Peshawar, Peshawar
Kpk12-2009
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Airway management
- Intravenous therapy
- EKG interpretation
- Health promotion
- Cardiac monitoring
- Medication administration
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Pain management
PVIC and Phlebotomy certified
I am trained in 2024 to insert Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PIVC) and perform venipuncture for blood draws as a nurse at PA Hospital. I have completed the necessary training and practical assessments to ensure proficiency in these procedures, prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
Languages
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Full Professional
Timeline
Emergency Department (ED) Nurse
PA Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Contract Nurse
PA Hospital
12.2023 - 02.2024
POOL Nurse
PA Hospital
07.2023 - Current
STARS (Short Term Acute Rehabilitation Service) Nurse
Brisbane
03.2023 - 07.2023
Student Registered Nurse
Harvey Bay Hospital OSPD
09.2022 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse
Opal Springwood Aged Care
06.2022 - 06.2022
Student Registered Nurse
Sunnybank Private Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2022
Student Registered Nurse
Belmont Private Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2021
Student Registered Nurse
Limestone Medical Centre
05.2021 - 05.2021
Personal Care Assistant
Aveo Freedom Community Centre
04.2021 - 06.2021
Student Registered Nurse
Peninsula Private Hospital
10.2020 - 10.2020
Student Registered Nurse
Gold Coast Private Hospital
09.2020 - 09.2020
Certified Nurse Assistant
Allity
10.2013 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Torrens University Australia, Brisbane, QLD
CertificateIII in Nursing - Nursing
Master Course, Brisbane, QLD
Master of Science - Biology
University of Peshawar, Peshawar
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