Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
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Mark Brennan

Port Macquarie,NSW

Summary

A seasoned Union President at Port Macquarie Base Hospital and Registered Nurse with Mid North Coast Area Health, I excel in stakeholder management and team leadership. Leveraging strong leadership and negotiation skills, I've effectively advocated for workers' rights and improved patient care standards, demonstrating a commitment to legal compliance and human rights advocacy.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Union President at Port Macquarie Base Hospital

voluntary roll
PORT MACQUARIE, NSW
02.2017 - Current
  • Represented workers at grievance hearings before third-party arbitrators.
  • Organized informational meetings for union members to discuss workplace issues.
  • Acted as a liaison between the union and management during negotiations.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to ensure union members' rights were upheld.
  • Participated in mediations between unions and employers over various issues.
  • Investigated complaints of unfair labor practices by employers.
  • Assisted in organizing and leading strikes when necessary.
  • Advocated for better wages, benefits, and working conditions for union members.
  • Educated workers about their rights under local, state, and federal employment laws.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable labor laws, rules, regulations, policies.
  • Provided advice on labor relations matters such as contract interpretation, discipline procedures.
  • Reviewed and responded to grievances from union members.
  • Facilitated negotiations with management on behalf of the union members.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Registered Nurse

Mid North Coast Area Health
PORT MACQUARIE, NSW
08.2010 - Current
  • Monitored patient status during treatment and reported variances and adverse reactions to care teams.
  • Collected and analyzed patient data before, during and after treatments and documented information in patient medical records.
  • Managed ancillary equipment such as pumps, monitors and water systems used in the delivery of dialysis treatments.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Conducted daily assessments of patient's response to dialysis therapy, monitored fluid balance during dialysis treatments.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient information such as lab results, progress notes, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
  • Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
  • Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Monitored access sites for patency and reported any problems to physicians promptly.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Performed hemodialysis treatments for patients with end-stage renal disease or acute kidney injury.
  • Adhered strictly to infection control policies and standard precautions when providing patient care.
  • Administered prescribed medications via intravenous push or continuous infusion according to established protocols.
  • Updated medical records with current vitals, behavioral observations and medication details.
  • Assessed patient's physical condition prior to each dialysis treatment, evaluated and documented findings.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving overall standards of care.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Southern Cross University
NSW
02-2013

Skills

  • Strong leadership
  • Stakeholder management
  • Legal compliance
  • Labor relations
  • Recruitment strategies
  • Organizational leadership
  • Leadership team building
  • Creating and delivering presentations
  • Team motivation
  • Consulting
  • Integrity and ethics
  • Political savvy
  • Negotiation
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Resource allocation
  • Team leadership
  • Talent recruitment
  • Human rights advocacy
  • Education advocacy
  • Media relations

Affiliations

  • Family Orientated
  • urban gardener
  • advocate for members
  • Cooking

Accomplishments

  • city and guilds in the catering industry
  • Team leader
  • Aranesp self administration
  • HSR
  • RWC
  • SCC
  • JCC
  • LOC
  • Branch President

Certification

  • City and guilds
  • APRAH
  • Full Driving License

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Union President at Port Macquarie Base Hospital

voluntary roll
02.2017 - Current

Registered Nurse

Mid North Coast Area Health
08.2010 - Current

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Southern Cross University

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