Megan Taylor

Experienced leader working as an Associate nurse unit manager (ANUM) and clinical nurse specialist (CNS), with over six years experience. Supported recruitment activities including role creation, interview participation, applicant assessment and close collaboration with the Nurse Unit Manager to identify suitable candidates. Highly experienced in workforce and rostering initiatives, having led the implementation of self-rostering and supported the transition to Optima to improve efficiency, transparency, and staff experience. Passionate about values-based recruitment and building a skilled, compassionate workforce that delivers exceptional care.

• Implemented Self-Rostering on HW5: Led the introduction of self-rostering to improve staff autonomy, balance the skill mix, and enhance team cohesion and continuity of care on the ward.
• Completed Postgraduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing with Distinction: Expanded clinical expertise and advanced assessment skills to manage complex patients in high-acuity environments, supporting safe and effective care delivery.
• Guest Speaker - Barwon Health 'So You're Going to Be In Charge' Study Day: Presented 'A Day in the Life of an In-Charge Nurse', offering practical leadership insights and supporting the development of nurses transitioning into leadership roles.
• Collaborating on the Adult Sepsis Improvement Project: Analysing patient data and implementing strategies to reduce sepsis-related complications.
• Thailand Nursing Study tour - 2018: Worked with a team of researchers, nurses and doctors conducting health assessments and providing education and promotion for the local community. Developed an ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse cultures.

2024: Attended the "Women's pain matters" - ANMF Study day

2024: Attended the Mental health work shop - 3 Day ANMF Study day 

2021: "So you're going to be in-charge"study day

2020: VAC wound study day

2020: Participated in regular senior nurse lead education and simulation sessions at Lorne Community Hospital, including but not limited to ECG interpretation, recognising and responding to the deteriorating patient, anaphylaxis and emergency airway management.

2020: Attended Emergency Medicine Education and Training (EMET) workshops ran by Barwon Health Physicians. Including: Child procedures and sedation, ENT assessment and interventions, respiratory assessment in urgent care

2019: Basic Life Support - Online Learning Package and Practical Session, Medication Competency - Online Learning Package and Ward Based, Venepuncture - Online Learning Package, Practical Session and Ward Based, Culture and Equity - Online Learning Package, Blood Safe:
Clinical Transfusion Practice - Online Learning Package, Aseptic Non-Touch Technique - Online Learning Package, All relevant Graduate Program Competencies