Melissa Spicer
Bligh Park
Summary
With a proven track record at Qld Health, I significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections, showcasing my expertise in infection control (hard skill) and compassionate care (soft skill). My commitment to professional development and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams has enhanced patient outcomes, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and a dedication to excellence in nursing.
Personable and compassionate individual dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in healthcare settings, with foundational understanding of medical terminology and patient management techniques. Familiar with vital signs monitoring and basic clinical procedures, emphasizing importance of patient comfort and adherence to safety standards. Committed to contributing to improved patient outcomes through attentive and empathetic care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Qld Health
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Blue Care
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Blue Care
02.2016 - 03.2020
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
Education
No Degree - HLTAID009-Provide Cardiopulmonary Resusitation
First Aid Pro Australia
Penrith, NSW12-2024
No Degree - HLTAID010-Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
First Aid Pro Australia
Penrith, NSW12-2024
No Degree - HLTAID011-Provide First Aid
First Aid Pro Australia
Penrith, NSW12-2024
No Degree - Voluntary Assisted Dying
Uniting Care
Grow Gateway01-2024
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
QLD TAFE
TAFE Toowoomba10-2017
Certificate III - Aged Care
TAFE QLD
Kingaroy, QLD09-2011
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Healthcare ethics
- Wound management
- Diabetes management
- Geriatric care
- Treatment Planning
- Palliative care
- End-of-life care
- Discharge planning
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Catheter maintenance
- Compassion and empathy
- Taking vitals
- Wound care
- Strong clinical judgment
Timeline
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Qld Health
02.2023 - 03.2024
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Blue Care
04.2021 - 03.2023
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Blue Care
02.2016 - 03.2020
No Degree - HLTAID009-Provide Cardiopulmonary Resusitation
First Aid Pro Australia
No Degree - HLTAID010-Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
First Aid Pro Australia
No Degree - HLTAID011-Provide First Aid
First Aid Pro Australia
No Degree - Voluntary Assisted Dying
Uniting Care
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
QLD TAFE
Certificate III - Aged Care
TAFE QLD
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