Michelle Sykes
Cremorne Point,NSW
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
St Pauls. Northbridge
Northbridge, NSW
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Registered Nurse
Sydney Hospital/Sydney Eye Hospital
Sydney, NSW
06.2012 - 01.2021
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
Registered Nurse Aged Care
Sirius Cove Aged Care
Mosman
02.2005 - 03.2012
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
Registered Nurse
Nightingale Nursing Agency
London, England
12.2002 - 11.2004
- Assisted patients with mobility issues to move safely around the home environment.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
Registered Nurse
Nightingale Nursing Bureau
Sydney, NSW
10.2000 - 04.2002
- Supported family caregivers by providing information about available resources.
- Performed wound care management such as cleaning, dressing, and debridement of wounds.
Registered Nurse
RPAH
Camperdown
02.1999 - 10.2000
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse. Dementia Specific
Garrawarra Centre for Aged Care
Waterfall, NSW
04.1986 - 11.1998
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
RN Aged Care
Harley Nursing Home
Neutral Bay, NSW
01.1982 - 12.1983
RN Night Duty Supervisor
RPAH
Camperdown, NSW
05.1976 - 08.1982
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient's condition.
RN, Emergency Department
Woden Valley Hospital
Canberra, NSW
04.1975 - 02.1976
RN, Emergency Department
Woden Valley Hospital
Canberra, NSW
04.1975 - 02.1976
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergent or crisis situations.
RN Floor Nurse
Macksville District Hospital
Macksville, NSW
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data that addressed identified problems or needs.
RN
RPAH
Camperdown, NSW
Education
Bachelor Nursing - Nursing Practice
University Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW01-1996
Post Graduate Diploma - Neurology And Neuro Surgery
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Camperdown, NSW12-1973
Nurse Training-Registered Nurse
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Camperdown, NSW08-1972
Skills
- Patient Management
- Medical assessment
- Wound Care
- Data Collection
- Supply Restocking
- Emergency Response
- Nursing staff leadership
- Infectious disease control
- Patient Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Medication Distribution
- Home Health Care
- Patient Evaluation
Affiliations
- I am family orientated and care deeply for my daughters and 4 grandchildren who I have cared for on and off from birth.
- I have supported myself for the past 20 years following the unexpected early death of my husband therefore family is very important to me..]
- I enjoy all creative activities such as drawing, knitting, sewing, gardening and spend as much time as possible near the water be it our local beach or walking to our harbour on a regular basis.
- I have a wide group of long term friends that I have known through my many years of nursing.
- I enjoy caring for people and cannot imagine doing some sort of nursing until I am unable to physically or mentally manage this.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St Pauls. Northbridge
12.2023 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse
Sydney Hospital/Sydney Eye Hospital
06.2012 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse Aged Care
Sirius Cove Aged Care
02.2005 - 03.2012
Registered Nurse
Nightingale Nursing Agency
12.2002 - 11.2004
Registered Nurse
Nightingale Nursing Bureau
10.2000 - 04.2002
Registered Nurse
RPAH
02.1999 - 10.2000
Registered Nurse. Dementia Specific
Garrawarra Centre for Aged Care
04.1986 - 11.1998
RN Aged Care
Harley Nursing Home
01.1982 - 12.1983
RN Night Duty Supervisor
RPAH
05.1976 - 08.1982
RN, Emergency Department
Woden Valley Hospital
04.1975 - 02.1976
RN, Emergency Department
Woden Valley Hospital
04.1975 - 02.1976
RN Floor Nurse
Macksville District Hospital
RN
RPAH
Bachelor Nursing - Nursing Practice
University Wollongong
Post Graduate Diploma - Neurology And Neuro Surgery
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Nurse Training-Registered Nurse
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
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