MERINDA MARITZ

Pre-admissions, Admissions, Extended Day Surgery Unit Recovery, Unit coordinator and Endoscopy

• Providing safe, effective pre- and post operative client care using professional knowledge and skills in accordance with Mackay Base Hospital policies and procedures.
• Manage patient's admission processes to ensure pt is ready for surgery.
• Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
• Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention.
• Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
• Administer medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
• Handled patient transfers, following safety protocols to prevent injuries.
• Provide wound care to promote healing and prevent infection.
• Implement individualized nursing care plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient population served.
• Monitor patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, leading to improved health outcomes.
• Develop strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
• Enhance patient comfort by providing compassionate and comprehensive support during hospital stays.
• Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
• Promote a culture of safety by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards.
• Mentor new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
• Acts as a cooriginator/team leader as rostered within the Day Surgery Unit. Maintain a strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
• Coordinate seamless transitions between levels of care by effectively communication with multidisciplinary team members throughout the process.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
• Maintaine patient confidentiality by protecting unauthorized access to personal information.
• Assesses patient's condition ensuring patient meet discharge criteria as per policies and procedures.

Endoscopy.

Competent procedure nurse, Anaesthetic nurse and general nurse in Endoscopy suit.

• Conduct comprehensive pre-procedure assessments encompassing detailed history taking and physical examinations to identify potential contraindications.
• Applies advanced nursing skills to handle emergency situations during endoscopic procedures calmly and effectively.
• Step up and assist the anaesthetist and Surgeon in emergency situations.
• Provide skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Assist Anaesthetic team in the sedation process for optimal pain relief during clinical sessions while monitoring vital signs closely.
• Reduce procedure times by efficiently preparing patients, rooms, and equipment for endoscopic examinations.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes before, during, and after endoscopic procedures.
• Establishe strong rapport with patients undergoing invasive procedures, alleviating anxiety levels before commencing treatments.
• Enhance patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during endoscopy procedures.
• Serve as an effective liaison between patients'' families or caregivers regarding procedural updates while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
• Ensure accurate documentation of endoscopy findings for timely diagnosis and treatment plans.
• Recorde details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Streamline workflow by effectively managing supplies inventory and maintaining organized storage areas.
• Meticulously maintained endoscopic equipment in line with manufacturer recommendations, ensuring optimal performance during procedures.
• Maintaine a sterile environment, adhering to infection control guidelines and reducing the risk of cross contamination.
• Improve patient flow through efficient scheduling coordination with physicians'' offices, resulting in reduced wait times for appointments.
• Actively participated in quality assurance initiatives pertaining to endoscopic services, leading to continuous improvements in patient care delivery systems.
• Maximize staff productivity by offering guidance on best practices in the field of endoscopy nursing.
• Participate in ongoing cross-training initiatives to expand skill sets and provide support across various functions within the nursing team.
• Performe frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Assist physicians in performing complex endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
• Provide services as a procedure nurse, assisting the surgeon with polypectomies, biopsies, variceal banding, dilatation and other specialised procedures.
• Assist the surgeon with Bronchoscopy procedures and am familiar with the equipment used during the procedure.
• Do on call duties over weekends to assist the surgeon in emergency cases.
• Assist the surgeon with ERCP procedures and processes and am familiar with the equipment used. Assists the Anaesthetise with airway management during this mentioned specialised procedures (procedure is not being done in Mackay at the moment).

• Completed a 3 months secondment period in the Emergency department at MBH from21/02/23 -21/5/23 for upskilling and learning.

• Completed 7 weeks backfill position as a CNC and Unit Educator in Day Surgery unit.

• I am currently performing duties as a clinical Nurse in all areas of the Day Surgical Unit, Mackay Base Hospital
• Day Surgical Unit - Mackay Base Hospital, March2014 to date

• I have been successfully selected to be part of the Mackay Base Hospital internship program which included continuous clinical educational and simulation sessions
• The program continuously supported my learning journey at the facility and made me part of the Mackay Base Hospital team

• Provide patient care, consistent with medical plan of care for assigned patients
• Assist patients in the daily living needs including nourishment, personal hygiene and other support within the plan of care
• Provide emotional and physical support to patients and their families
• Communicated effectively with patients and other health care team members in accordance with appropriate protocol
• Assist with data collection and record keeping for completion of the admission health history
• Perform physical assessment and patient evaluations including temperature, blood pressure, breath sounds, heart sounds, abdominal assessments, pain assessments and response to medication administration
• Health promotion among patients and families
• Educate patient and family about the illness and prognosis of the patient
• Prepare patients for various investigations and procedures
• Student in Nursing (SIN)

• Accident and Emergency -
• Paediatric Unit
• Medical Ward -
• Surgical ward -
• Aged care facility -
• Performed duties at Mackay Base Hospital while studying for my nursing degree2011 -2013

• Performed duties at Northview aged care facility
• May2010 - December2010

• Undertook duties in accordance with the philosophy, business practices and policies of Northview aged care facility

• Provision of legal and ethical child care based on MFDC policies and guidelines

• Provide operation policing services to the community by protecting life and property, preserving peace and safety, preventing crime and upholding law in a manner which has regard for the public good and rights of individuals