Maria Cartas
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
06.2023 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive patient care, including assessments and medication administration.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Registered Nurse
Epworth Healthcare
04.2011 - 06.2023
- Coordinated complex discharge planning, ensuring appropriate resource allocation for patients' needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team competencies in clinical practices.
Public Health Officer
Department of Health and Human Services
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Public health initiatives to improve community health outcomes and address emerging health concerns.
- Analyzed public health data to identify trends, inform policy decisions, and guide resource allocation.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to enhance program effectiveness and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary teams of professionals focused on solving complex public health issues affecting communities locally or globally.
- Promoted health equity by identifying disparities in access to care and implementing culturally appropriate strategies to bridge gaps in service provision.
- Conducted comprehensive community needs assessments to identify priorities and allocate resources effectively.
- Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies for coordinated public health efforts and resource sharing.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Nursing
Pines City Colleges
01.1989
Skills
- Analytical reasoning
- Detail-oriented approach
- Proactive collaborator
- Team collaboration
- Program Implementation
- Flexible in high-pressure environments
- Proficient in crisis management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
06.2023 - Current
Public Health Officer
Department of Health and Human Services
03.2020 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse
Epworth Healthcare
04.2011 - 06.2023
Bachelors Degree - Nursing
Pines City Colleges
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