Maree Huckson
Ashgrove,QLD
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at The Prince Charles Hospital and with The Royal Australian Air Force, excelling in adaptive perioperative patient care planning and treatment to evolving patient needs. Known for collaborative work within surgical teams and proven ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and mentor new staff, enhancing clinical skills and patient outcomes. Adept at utilizing clinical judgment and autonomy to deliver high-quality care to achieve optimal patient outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Prince Charles Hospital
11.2016 - Current
- Assisted in patient assessments and documentation to ensure accurate medical records.
- Supported nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and comfort measures within the MOT.
- Learned safety protocols, laser qualifications and infection control procedures to maintain a safe environment for staff and patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate comprehensive patient care plans for Urology and General Surgical patients.
- Participated in training sessions on new healthcare technologies and best practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students and graduate nurses during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Nursing Officer
Royal Australian Air Force
02.2008 - Current
- Led comprehensive perioperative, primary nursing care and first responder patient care initiatives across diverse rural, remote, peacekeeping and warlike operational environments domestically and internationally.
- Developed and implemented training sessions for perioperative nursing staff to enhance clinical skills, including the layout and Standard Operating Procedures for a Role 2 Medical Facility.
- Streamlined perioperative medical record processes, increasing accuracy and efficiency in patient documentation.
- Coordinated and performed emergency response protocols, ensuring effective triage and treatment during critical and MASCAS incidents and aeromedical retrievals.
- Conducted thorough health assessments, delivering tailored care plans to meet individual patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary and multinational teams to optimize healthcare delivery in high-stress situations in domestic and international environments.
- Mentored new nursing staff members through orientation and training programs, fostering a supportive work environment.
- Evaluated and updated nursing policies and procedures in accordance with best practice guidelines, ensuring consistent quality of care across the organization.
- Ordered all pharmacy and consumable supplies and kept check on inventory levels, humidity levels and expiry dates for nursing and medical kits.
- Tested equipment and ensured compliance checks were completed on time for Zoll, AED, Suction, Diathermy machines, NIBP machines.
- Mentored junior nursing officers, fostering professional growth through clinical skills practice, course selection and enhanced team performance.
Registered Nurse
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
01.2001 - 02.2008
- Learned safety protocols and infection control procedures to maintain a safe environment.
- Supported nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient perioperative care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams on a medical ward, a surgical ward, the day surgery unit and in the main operating theatre, to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Primary Health Nurse
Project Zambia
05.2005 - 05.2007
- Coordinated with multinational and multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive primary health treatment plans for nationals in rural and remote regions of Zambia.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes in remote villages, including HIV/AID, TB, Measles, Polio, Worms, Burns, Malaria.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
Primary Health Nurse
Won Life NGO
04.2003 - 04.2004
- Led patient care initiatives, enhancing quality of services delivered to underserved populations.
- Developed and implemented health education programs to promote community wellness and disease prevention.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams from public hospitals to primary health centres to ensure comprehensive treatment plans for clients in need.
- Advocated for patients' rights, ensuring access to necessary resources and support services.
- Conducted health assessments and provided direct nursing care in clinical settings for vulnerable populations.
- Trained volunteers on basic healthcare practices, enhancing organizational capacity to serve communities effectively.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
Education
Post Graduation Honours - Perioperative Nursing
University of Tasmania
Launceston, TAS12-2021
Bachelor of Pre-Registration Nursing - Nursing
University of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD12-2000
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient care planning
- Precepting
- Team coordination
- High level of autonomy
- Procedure preparations
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
Affiliations
ACORN
Certification
- MNHS Preceptor Training 2025
- MNHS Take the Lead Clinical Planning and Leadership Program 2024
- CENA Trauma Nursing Program 2024
- Emergency Management of Severe Burns 2023
- ALS Level 2 2021
- COVID Vaccination Training 2021
- Aeromedical Evacuation Refresher Course 2020
- Definitive Surgical Trauma Nursing Course & Military Module 2020
- ENT Head and Neck Nursing Workshop 2016
Timeline
Registered Nurse
The Prince Charles Hospital
11.2016 - Current
Nursing Officer
Royal Australian Air Force
02.2008 - Current
Primary Health Nurse
Project Zambia
05.2005 - 05.2007
Primary Health Nurse
Won Life NGO
04.2003 - 04.2004
Registered Nurse
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
01.2001 - 02.2008
Post Graduation Honours - Perioperative Nursing
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Pre-Registration Nursing - Nursing
University of Southern Queensland