Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse (G2Y6)
Footscray Hospital - Emergency Department
07.2021 - Current
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Ensured continuity of care for patients with complex needs by facilitating referrals to specialty services and arranging follow-up appointments as needed.
Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
Contributed to the creation of a positive work culture within the Emergency Department by actively participating in team-building activities, offering constructive feedback, celebrating successes, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among colleagues.
Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
Nurse In-Charge
Hope aged care
04.2019 - 02.2021
Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective measures as needed.
Developed trust-based relationships with residents by actively listening to their concerns and demonstrating genuine interest in their lives.
Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.
Assisted in the development and implementation of quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing patient care delivery within the unit.
Evaluated employee performance periodically through constructive feedback sessions leading to continuous professional improvement among staff members.
Delegated tasks effectively to nursing staff, ensuring proper distribution of workload and optimal patient care delivery.
Streamlined documentation processes, reducing redundancies while maintaining accuracy in patient records and reports.
Enhanced team collaboration by coordinating with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals in developing individualized patient care plans.
Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care to patients and addressing their concerns promptly.
Mentored new nurses on best practices, clinical skills development, and hospital policies, enhancing overall team performance levels.
Ensured timely treatment for patients through efficient triaging and prioritization of medical emergencies.
Managed staff scheduling efficiently to ensure adequate nurse coverage during shifts without compromising quality of care provided.
Promoted patient education by explaining diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and self-care techniques in an easy-to-understand manner.
Contributed to a positive working environment by promoting open communication, teamwork, and professional growth among nursing staff members.
Participated in interdisciplinary meetings discussing complex cases involving multiple specialties resulting in improved patient outcomes.
Conducted regular rounds to assess the condition of patients and provide immediate interventions as necessary.
Implemented evidence-based practices into daily routines leading to better clinical decision-making processes among nursing staff members.
Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
Education
Registered Nurse (Grad 2 Year 6) -
AHPRA
Melbourne, VIC
05.2023
Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Nursing -
The University of Melbourne
12.2022
Bachelor of Nursing -
RMIT University
11.2018
Skills
Direct patient care
Responding to emergencies
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Medication Administration
Patient education and counselling
Wound Care
Care Plan Development
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Nursing staff leadership
Strong Clinical Judgment
Emergency Care
Fluent in Mandarin
Languages
English
Mandarin
Professionaldevelopmentandtraining
2022
ED postgraduate program
Management of Non-invasive ventilation
Management of Arterial & CVC line
Assistance and management of mechanical ventilation
Triage
2021
ED Discovery program
2020-2021
Working with children
Annual refresh mandatory learning: Hand Hygiene Certificate, Manual Handling Certificate, IV Cannulation, Female IDC insertion, Bladder washout, Aseptic non touch technique, Blood Transfusion Practice, Collecting Blood Specimens, Transporting Blood, Epidural mandatory competency, Fire and emergency procedure, Workplace Bullying and Harassment Management, Vulnerable Children, Basic Life Support, Advance life support
2019
Provide Support to People Living with Dementia
2018
CVC Insertion and Nursing Intervention and Management
Clinicalplacement
Nov 2016, ACSAG: Rosanna, Aged care, Views, 120 hours
Mar 2017, Austin Hospital, Acute Medical, 80 hours
July 2017, Northern Hospital, Acute Surgical, 160 hours
Dec 2017, North Western Mental Health: Inner West Area Mental Health Service, Mental Health, 80 hours
Feb 2018, Sunshine Hospital, Acute Surgical, 160 hours
July 2018, Northern Hospital, Emergency Department, 160 hours
August 2018, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Cardiothoracic, 80 hours
Responsibilitiesandachievements
To work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary environment
To perform clinical duties with the support and guidance of the nurse unite manager and shift leaders to ensure a high level of quality service is provided
To deliver consistently high standards of nursing care to meet individual needs, the agreed care plan, professional standards and policies and procedures
To demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development
To provide the flexibility to handle a rotating roster
Planning appropriate care for residents, using a range of skills and data gathering techniques including observation, interview, physical examination and measurement
Develop, monitor, and maintain a plan of care in collaboration with the other RN's, health care team and significant others, or as directed by the Nurse Unit Manager
Timeline
Registered Nurse (G2Y6)
Footscray Hospital - Emergency Department
07.2021 - Current
Nurse In-Charge
Hope aged care
04.2019 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse (Grad 2 Year 6) -
AHPRA
Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Nursing -
The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Nursing -
RMIT University
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