Michelle Vinning
GUILDFORD,WA
Summary
Experienced Medical Imaging Nurse with 18+ years in various Medical Imaging Departments in Perth. Strong belief in promoting self-motivated learning and providing support to staff. Exceptional communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, and effective team collaboration.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Acting Clinical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Medical Imaging Department, Perth Children's Hospital
Nedlands, WA
02.2011 - Current
- Assists radiologists in diagnostic and interventional procedures, fulfilling both scrub and scout responsibilities efficiently.
- Demonstrates strong teamwork skills by working harmoniously with nursing staff during procedures and actively contributing to online education and learning opportunities.
- Engages in regular quality improvement initiatives within the department, with a focus on auditing medication safety standards and hand hygiene.
- Act in a preceptor role to new nursing staff members.
- Collaborates with colleagues from different modalities to maintain quality and compassionate, family-centered services.
- Increasing knowledge of current trends in nursing practices through participation in continuing education classes and seminars.
- Ensures patient safety by strictly following infection control policies and procedures, while also serving as a hand hygiene auditor for the department.
Registered Nurse
Pre Admission Clinic Swan Districts Hospital
Middle Swan, WA
05.2006 - 02.2011
- Provided perioperative education to patients scheduled for surgical procedures upon admission to hospital via phone contact.
- Provided face-to-face education to patients undergoing significant medical interventions, offering guidance before and after surgery.
- Liaised with doctors to obtain relevant patient information and diagnostic tests for surgical procedures.
- Collaborated effectively with various allied health teams.
- Augmented monthly clinic attendance and phone contact numbers tracking for service evaluation.
Registered Nurse
Medical Imaging Department, Swan Districts Hospital
Middle Swan, WA
10.2003 - 05.2006
- Collaborated with medical imaging technologists and radiologists to establish policies and procedures manual during initial set up of CT service and expansion of simple interventional procedures with the department
- Demonstrated commitment to infection prevention and control protocols.
- Educated both new and existing ward staff on medical imaging techniques.
Registered Nurse
Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Royal Perth Hospital
Perth, WA
02.2000 - 10.2004
- Supported radiologists during diagnostic and interventional angiography by effectively fulfilling both scrubbing and scouting responsibilities.
- Aided radiologists in performing various interventional procedures such as central venous access device insertion, biopsies, and urological stent placement.
- Efficiently managed department functions as a coordinator by prioritizing requests, scheduling staff and ensuring optimal deployment of resources at diverse work locations such as angiography, CT or ultrasound.
- Actively involved in departmental quality improvement initiatives.
- Attended continuing education classes and seminars to keep abreast with current nursing practices.
- Supported and precepted new staff
Education
Hand Hygiene Auditor
Perth Childrens Hospital
Perth07-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Curtin University of Technology
Bentley, WA11-1996
Skills
- Broad Experience
- Continuous Quality Improvement Practices
- Team-Oriented Approach
- Effective Time Management
- Effective Troubleshooting Skills
- Proficient in Building Relationships
- Clear Communication Skills
Referees
- Lynda Watson
- Clinical Nurse Manager, Medical Imaging Department, Perth Childrens Hospital
- lynda-jane.watson@health.wa.gov.au 0438 802 279
- Kim Baker
- Clinical Nurse Specialist, CVAD service, Perth Childrens Hospital
- kim.baker@health.wa.gov.au 0418 935 409
Timeline
Acting Clinical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Medical Imaging Department, Perth Children's Hospital
02.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse
Pre Admission Clinic Swan Districts Hospital
05.2006 - 02.2011
Registered Nurse
Medical Imaging Department, Swan Districts Hospital
10.2003 - 05.2006
Registered Nurse
Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Royal Perth Hospital
02.2000 - 10.2004
Hand Hygiene Auditor
Perth Childrens Hospital
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Curtin University of Technology
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