Work Type
Part TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteLocation: Sydney, NSW
Open to relocation: No
Melissa Forbes Locock
Registered nurse
SYDNEY,NSW
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional specializing in pediatric CNS anesthetics and recovery room nursing. Proven expertise in patient monitoring and care, enhancing collaboration and problem-solving to achieve optimal outcomes. Detail-oriented with extensive experience across diverse specialties, contributing to high-quality patient care and team efficiency.
Overview
1
1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
CNS Anesthetics & Recovery room Nursing
The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Sydney
01.2000 - Current
- Resolved patient issues through knowledgeable, friendly care, ensuring high satisfaction.
- Executed daily duties with precision and efficiency to meet operational goals.
- Collaborated with diverse teams to effectively address patient and family concerns.
- Proposed innovative strategies that enhanced team performance and improved patient outcomes.
- Cultivated productive team environments, boosting overall workplace efficiency.
- Mentored students and new staff, promoting skill development and professional growth.
- Demonstrated proficiency across multiple specialties, including pediatrics, trauma, and complex surgeries.
Registered Nurse / New graduate program
The children's Hospital at Westmead
Sydney, NSW
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes to medical staff.
- Educated families on care plans and health management strategies.
- Assisted with pediatric emergency procedures and interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Maintained accurate patient records while adhering to documentation standards.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families throughout treatment.
- Completed rotations in burns/plastics, adolescents/medical transplant, surgical, and toddler/medical.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
University Western Sydney
Parramatta, NSW01-1999
Skills
- IV cannulation and therapy
- Advanced airway management
- CPR and emergency response
- Anesthesia assistance
- Infusion preparation
- Pain protocol administration
- Patient assessment
- Self-motivation
- Effective communication
Certification
- Graduate certificate in Anesthetics and Recovery Room Nursing
- Enrolled Nurse - Advanced Standing
Timeline
CNS Anesthetics & Recovery room Nursing
The Children's Hospital at Westmead
01.2000 - Current
Registered Nurse / New graduate program
The children's Hospital at Westmead
01.1999 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Nursing -
University Western Sydney