Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Ahpra Registration
References
Certification
Timeline
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Michelle Paskins

Michelle Paskins

St Leonards,Australia

Summary

Adhering to the NMBA nurse standards for practice (Australia), over the years I have been able to provide individualized patients with optimal healthcare that includes; clinical interventions, education and psychosocial support (including their families), with various health conditions in a multitude of different environments.

I believe gaining knowledge from ongoing education, past experience and evidence-based learning are imperative to the critical thinking process and which will lay the foundation for establishing effective nursing interventions, that encourage and promote the most advantageous outcome for a patient.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

St Vincent's Private Hospital
12.2019 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.


  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple co-morbidities.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

Registered Nurse (New Graduate Program)

St Vincent's Health Australia
02.2019 - Current
  • Provide optimal care to the patient on a daily basis by monitoring, assessing, evaluating and documenting their current condition
  • Collaborate with team members
  • Utilise evidence-based information for best nursing practice and results for the patient
  • Interact and communicate with a patient and their families of all ages and cultural backgrounds
  • Develop and direct my own ongoing education to improve and better manage the care of a patient
  • Coordinate workload objectives with a focus on patient-centred care.

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

NSW Health
10.2015 - Current
  • In collaboration with the Registered Nurse, contribute to the formulation of optimal care for a person living in their own environment, directly or indirectly
  • Provide compassionate, comprehensive and safe person-centred healthcare in the home with a focus on independence
  • Working in collaboration with the LMO and making referrals when required
  • Chronic and acute wound care assessment and management
  • Medication administration and compliance
  • End of life Palliative care
  • Diabetes monitoring and education
  • Continence care.

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Hammond Care Greenwich Hospital
08.2015 - 01.2019
  • Under the guidance of the Registered nurse, directly or indirectly whilst complying with the EEN nurse standards for practice, work within a team of multidisciplinary professionals to assist patients with a disability and/or chronic illness to attain and maintain maximum function
  • Use appropriate resources that assist with strategies for the patient to adapt with altered lifestyles
  • Focus on a holistic approach by promoting physical, psychological and spiritual healthcare to the patient and their families.

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Sydney Adventist Hospital
10.2012 - 05.2014
  • Under the guidance of the Registered Nurse, directly or indirectly on a Neurological Ward, provide nursing care to patients that have been diagnosed with a brain or nervous system disorder
  • Provide neurological assessment and monitoring
  • Provide Pre and Post-Operative care
  • Assist with attaining or maintaining maximum mental, physical and cognitive abilities.

Volunteer

Orphanages, Women's Health Clinic And Crisis Line
01.2000 - 01.2011
  • Enhanced community engagement by organizing and leading outreach events.
  • Improved organizational efficiency by streamlining volunteer onboarding processes.
  • Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
  • Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.

Enrolled Nurse

West Ryde Medical Centre
02.1998 - 01.1999
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Enrolled Nurse

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
04.1990 - 12.1997
  • Under the guidance of the Registered nurse, directly or indirectly provided patient care within a variety of areas of the hospital
  • Oncology, Gerontology and the outpatient Haemodialysis Unit.

Enrolled Nurse

Mater Hospital
11.1987 - 02.1989

Education

Post Graduate Certificate - Cancer Nursing

Australian College of Nursing
Sydney, NSW
12.2021

Bachelor of Nursing -

Australian Catholic University, North Sydney Campus
North Sydney, NSW
12.2018

Counselling - Counselling

The Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors
Fortitude Valley, QLD
11.1999

Diploma of Nursing (Division 2) -

TAFE NSW - Meadowbank
Meadowbank, NSW
10.2012

Horse and Stable Management (Online) -

British Horse Society
Tondu, Wales

Beginner Coaching Course -

Australian Sports Commission
Bruce, ACT

Advanced Certificate in Conversion/Enrolled Nurse -

TAFE NSW-Meadowbank
Meadowbank, NSW

Enrolled Nurse Certificate - Nursing

TAFE NSW - St Leonards
St Leonards, NSW
10.1986

School Certificate -

Willoughby Girls High School
Willoughby, NSW

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Adaptability
  • Ability to work within a team
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Cultural Competence
  • Problem Solving
  • Patient Assessment
  • Critical Thinking
  • Healthcare Ethics
  • Clinical Judgment
  • Interpersonal Communication

Ahpra Registration

NMW0001014014 (Division 1 & 2)

References

  • Laraine Cobbing, NUM - Northern Sydney Home Nursing, Laraine.Cobbing@health.nsw.gov.au, +612 99986244
  • Susie Bowen, NUM - Level 10, Susie.bowen@svha.org.au, +612 83827001

Certification

  • Anti-cancer Drug Administration Course - 12 weeks
  • Completed December 2023

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

St Vincent's Private Hospital
12.2019 - Current

Registered Nurse (New Graduate Program)

St Vincent's Health Australia
02.2019 - Current

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

NSW Health
10.2015 - Current

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Hammond Care Greenwich Hospital
08.2015 - 01.2019

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Sydney Adventist Hospital
10.2012 - 05.2014

Volunteer

Orphanages, Women's Health Clinic And Crisis Line
01.2000 - 01.2011

Enrolled Nurse

West Ryde Medical Centre
02.1998 - 01.1999

Enrolled Nurse

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
04.1990 - 12.1997

Enrolled Nurse

Mater Hospital
11.1987 - 02.1989

Post Graduate Certificate - Cancer Nursing

Australian College of Nursing

Bachelor of Nursing -

Australian Catholic University, North Sydney Campus

Counselling - Counselling

The Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors

Diploma of Nursing (Division 2) -

TAFE NSW - Meadowbank

Horse and Stable Management (Online) -

British Horse Society

Beginner Coaching Course -

Australian Sports Commission

Advanced Certificate in Conversion/Enrolled Nurse -

TAFE NSW-Meadowbank

Enrolled Nurse Certificate - Nursing

TAFE NSW - St Leonards

School Certificate -

Willoughby Girls High School
Michelle Paskins