Maxine Wallington
Sydney,NSW
Summary
I am a motivated professional team member with over thirty years employment experience serving in the Royal Australian Navy, Corrections, Hospitality and Nursing. Developing a high level of professional knowledge over a broad range of areas with a focus on interpersonal communication, adaptive skills and effective time management. I have been recognised for my commitment and ability to complete tasks to a high standard. I am seeking to make a significant contribution within an organisation or community.
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Escort
NSW Healthshare
New England
08.2024 - Current
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
NSW Health
Tamworth
05.2021 - Current
- Educated family members on post-discharge care instructions for their loved ones.
- Developed individualized plans of care based upon assessment findings that addressed the needs of each patient served.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines while providing nursing interventions for critically ill patients.
- Administered emergency resuscitative measures when necessary according to advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to family members during difficult times.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss best practices related to critical care management.
- Identified changes in patient conditions and reported them to the supervising physician immediately.
Registered Nurse
International SOS
Sydney
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, medication administration times and dosages prescribed by physicians.
- Performed emergency medical procedures, such as advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), when necessary.
Registered Nurse (Cardiac Services)
Qld Health Cairns Hospital (CHHHS)
Cairns, Australia
01.2014 - 01.2021
- Act as Team Leader or RN within an acute clinical setting
- Management of nurse colleagues and mentor nursing students
- Assist interdisciplinary medical teams with patient treatment and rehabilitation
- Assist patients with pre and post cardiac specific procedures
- Maintain stable patients via clinical skills and effective communication at (CCU/HDU)
- Collect pathology via venipuncture and initiate cannulation
- Telemetry monitoring, BiPAP/CPAP monitoring.
Assistant Nurse (AIN)
Qld Health Cairns Hospital
Cairns, Australia
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Act as Assistant Nurse in clinical setting for behavioural patients
- Assist patients with daily activities and encourage rehabilitation
- Assist medical staff with patient safety and integrity.
Duty Military Officer
ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Act as a mentor for Indigenous recruits with literacy and numeracy studies
- Instruct and encourage recruits in ongoing military training and personal development
- Ensure safety and security of recruits overnight within accommodation facility.
Human Resources/Staff Training
AUSHMGRP
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Manage operational relief personnel within Hydrographic Fleet
- Monitor competency targets onboard various Hydrographic platforms
- Co-ordinate and implement selective courses for Hydrographic platforms.
Data Supervisor/Departmental Regulator/Boarding Party
HS Crew
01.2003 - 01.2010
- Plan and manage departmental training and performance appraisals
- Act as boarding party member
- Oversee all submitted survey data to the Hydrographic Office for rendering
- Take charge of support personnel in damage control procedures and in emergency
- Remote area first aid to personnel.
Hydrographic Systems Operator/ Member of Ship Medical Emergency Team
HMAS SHEPPARTON/HMAS MERMAID/HS BLUE
01.1998 - 01.2003
- Member of ship medical emergency team
- Deliver safety briefings to oncoming crew prior to deployment
- Survey equipment management
- Undertake bridge watch keeping duties
- Member of emergency team for damage control drills and incidents.
Education
High Dependency Nursing -
01.2020
Certificate in Family Management -
01.1988
Year 12 -
Tamworth, NSW01.1987
Bachelor Nursing Science -
Diploma in Spatial Information Services -
Graduate Certificate in Hydrographic Surveying -
Certificate IV in Frontline Management -
Certificate III in Health Care Remote -
Australasian Custodial Correctional Officer Pre-Service -
Hospitality Employment -
Skills
- Establishes harmonious working relationships
- Builds positive working relationships
- Communicates well with others
- Speaks clearly with tact and diplomacy
- Data management
- Record keeping skills
- Resourceful
- Logical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Planning
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- First Aid/CPR
- Verbal Communication
- Remote Office Availability
- Cultural Awareness
- Team building
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
Commendations
- Commanding Officers Commendation, Major part in the development of new techniques in the fast turn around and prompt return of surveying data. Managed ship staff in achieving Damage Control targets with limited personnel and resources
- Australia Day Medallion, Contribution to charity work within community and Navy training implementation
References
- Ms. Arenlar Longchar, CN CCU Cairns Private, 0438 915515
- Ms Val Nancarrow, Indigenous Liasion Officer Cairns & Cape, 0410 856482
- Ms. Sally Richards, NUM CCU, Tamworth Hospital, 0267 677530, Sally.Richards@hnehealth.nsw.gov.au
- Ms Susan Woolway (Intelligence), Woodford Correctional Center, Woodford Qld, (07) 5496 1111
- CPO Michelle Beer, Defence Operations 0407115497
Timeline
Medical Escort
NSW Healthshare
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
International SOS
10.2021 - 01.2022
Critical Care Registered Nurse
NSW Health
05.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse (Cardiac Services)
Qld Health Cairns Hospital (CHHHS)
01.2014 - 01.2021
Assistant Nurse (AIN)
Qld Health Cairns Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2014
Duty Military Officer
ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY
01.2013 - 01.2014
Human Resources/Staff Training
AUSHMGRP
01.2010 - 01.2013
Data Supervisor/Departmental Regulator/Boarding Party
HS Crew
01.2003 - 01.2010
Hydrographic Systems Operator/ Member of Ship Medical Emergency Team
HMAS SHEPPARTON/HMAS MERMAID/HS BLUE
01.1998 - 01.2003
High Dependency Nursing -
Certificate in Family Management -
Year 12 -
Bachelor Nursing Science -
Diploma in Spatial Information Services -
Graduate Certificate in Hydrographic Surveying -
Certificate IV in Frontline Management -
Certificate III in Health Care Remote -
Australasian Custodial Correctional Officer Pre-Service -
Hospitality Employment -
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