Melissa O'Hehir
29 Bowman Drive, Mornington
Summary
Dedicated and hard-working registered nurse with 9 years of experience in the acute hospital setting, specifically in medical/surgical wards. Passionate about providing exceptional care for our elderly and frail community members. Demonstrates advanced clinical skills and competencies, including effective assessment of patients and management of clinical deterioration, dementia, and delirium. Proficient in conducting comprehensive geriatric evaluation and delivering compassionate palliative care. Known for strong interpersonal skills and conflict resolution abilities, consistently maintaining a friendly and courteous demeanor.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Peninsula Private Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Lead ward trained preceptor and trainer for new staff, graduate and undergraduate students.
- Lead ward palliative care resource nurse
- Lead ward Dementia and Delirium resource nurse (Hospital Portfolio)
- Patient assessment, evaluation, and interventions for a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.
- Management of deteriorating patients.
- Administration of medications (all routes) and application of treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.
- Adherence to infection control procedures in order to facilitate safe, clean patient environments.
- Maintenance of thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Completion of patient admission and discharge processes and paperwork.
- IV cannulation, Piccs and Ports, Male and female catheterization, syringe drivers.
- Advanced First Aid, life support, infection control and safe manual handling.
- Wound assessment and management
- Falls prevention and management
- Pressure Injury prevention and management.
Advanced Endorsed Enrolled Nurse- Medical/Surgical
Peninsula Private Hospital
08.2017 - 12.2022
- Lead ward-trained preceptor and trainer for new staff, graduate and undergraduate students.
- Working independently and under the direction of the registered nurse as part of a wider collaborative team.
- Lead ward palliative care resource nurse
- Patient assessment, evaluation and interventions for a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.
- Management of deteriorating patients.
- Administration of medications (all routes) and application of treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.
- Maintenance of thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Completion of patient admission and discharge processes and paperwork.
- IV cannulation, Piccs and Ports, Male and female catheterization, syringe drivers.
- Advanced First Aid, life support, infection control and safe manual handling.
- Wound assessment and management
Ramsay Gradplus Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program
Peninsula Private Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Successful completion of a 12 month program with rotations in medical, surgical, oncology, hematology, operating theatres, cardiac services and day infusion.
- Graduate presentation for hospital staff and executive regarding dementia and delirium management in the hospital. I developed a 'delirium tool kit' which was adapted as a resource for each ward in the hospital.
Disability Support Worker (Residential Stream)
SCOPE Victoria
02.1999 - 08.2012
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Assisted individuals in performing wide range of housekeeping functions to develop levels of ability.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths and wheelchairs by following safe lifting techniques.
- Facilitated communication between caregivers and clients regarding current issues or concerns related to client's health status or well-being.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary client care and daily function assistance.
- Guided clients in development of skills and strategies for dealing with individual problems.
- I was acting Coordinator/ Manager throughout the duration of my employment and involved in administrative duties.
Education
Batchelor of Nursing -
Latrobe University
Chisholm Frankston12.2022
Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled Division 2) -
CQ University
Melbourne, VIC07.2016
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Sound communication skills
- level headed and calm under pressure
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Creative problem solving & critical thinking
- Conflict resolution skills
- Staff development and precepting
- Proven ability to build solid, supportive relationships with patients, families and colleagues
- Patient assessment and recognition of clinical deterioration
- Excellent and contemporaneous documentation
- Sound medication knowledge
Other Education
2024: Dementia Australia-Certificate IV
BSBLDR411: Demonstrate leadership in the workplace
BSBDR414: lead team effectiveness
2022-2023:Ramsay Grad plus EN to RN transition program: Management stream. A 12 month program dedicated to the development and application of management and leadership skills
Referees
Ms Fiona Cresswell
Nurse Unit Manager
Waratah Ward
Peninsula Private Hospital
Phone (Personal): 0414587396
Email: ficress@yahoo.co.uk
Ms Myra De Castro
Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Waratah Ward
Peninsula Private Hospital
Phone (Personal): 0433966377
Email: myradecastro_2004@yahoo.com
Mrs Greeshma Majeo
Undergraduate Hospital Educator &
Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Hibiscus Ward
Peninsula Private Hospital
Phone (Personal): 0469416847
Email: JoseG@ramsayhealth.com.au
or: greshmajose@gmail.com
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Peninsula Private Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Advanced Endorsed Enrolled Nurse- Medical/Surgical
Peninsula Private Hospital
08.2017 - 12.2022
Ramsay Gradplus Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program
Peninsula Private Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2018
Disability Support Worker (Residential Stream)
SCOPE Victoria
02.1999 - 08.2012
Batchelor of Nursing -
Latrobe University
Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled Division 2) -
CQ University
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