MELANIE FARNDEN
Adelaide,south Australia
Summary
Experienced Diploma Enrolled Nurse offering 13 years of experience providing compassionate care in residential Aged care environment. Enthusiastic Nurse dedicated to achieving a high standard of care for all residents. Specialized in the areas of Wound care and Dementia care.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and clinical skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Enrolled Nurse
Infin8care
01.2021 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
Enrolled Nurse
St Basils Aegean Village
01.2018 - Current
- Provided treatment within scope of practice as defined by state law
- Resident focused care
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Resident evaluation and treatment
- Medication Management
- Wound care
Wound Care Nurse
Alwyndor Aged Care
01.2010 - 06.2017
- Treated complex and acute wounds including diabetic ulcers, vascular and Arterial wounds and wounds resulting from traumas
- Cared for patients with various wounds caused by injuries, medical treatments and diseases
- Provided treatment within scope of practice as defined by state law
- Provided primary resident care and assistance with daily living activities
- Provided behavioural/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's
- Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety
- Ordering and Maintaining medical consumables across site
- Monitored patients with acute conditions and chronic diagnoses
- Worked as part of team to execute proper care and safety for all residents
Personal Care Worker
Alwyndor Aged Care
12.2001 - 12.2010
- Provided treatment within scope of practice as defined by state law
- Helped to develop patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses
- Helped physicians examine and treat patients
- Worked as a team member under the guidance of the Registered and Enrolled nurses
- Provided a high level of care during activities of daily care
Education
Diploma - Diploma of Enrolled Nursing / div 2
TAFE SA
Noarlunga Centre, SA01.2010
Understanding Dementia and Preventing Dementia
University of Tasmania
Hobart, TAS01.2018
Skills
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Palliative care
- Mentoring
- Coaching
- Decision-making
- Patient-oriented
- Infection control
- Critical thinking
- Medication administration
Timeline
Enrolled Nurse
Infin8care
01.2021 - Current
Enrolled Nurse
St Basils Aegean Village
01.2018 - Current
Wound Care Nurse
Alwyndor Aged Care
01.2010 - 06.2017
Personal Care Worker
Alwyndor Aged Care
12.2001 - 12.2010
Understanding Dementia and Preventing Dementia
University of Tasmania
Diploma - Diploma of Enrolled Nursing / div 2
TAFE SA
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