Experienced, dedicated and compassionate nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. A patient-oriented Nurse with 16 years of experience in direct patient care and am skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise within the neuroscience specialty.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Division 2 Enrolled Nurse
St Vincent's Private Hospital, Melbourne
02.2007 - Current
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Practice Manager/Receptionist
John Wilson Physiotherapy
06.1999 - 02.2007
Managed daily practice operations to optimize appointment scheduling, patient records management and billing functions.
Provided outstanding support to entire staff which helped improve process flow and boosted efficiency.
Ordered all office supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
Addressed and remedied all patient or team member issues.
Provided supervision and management to team of support personnel.
Personal Care Assistant
Melaluca Lodge
02.2001 - 01.2006
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Education
Advanced Diploma of Nursing - Medication Endorsement
TAFE Queensland
Queensland
07.2018
Medication Endorsement For Division 2 Nurses - Medication Endorsement (oral And Injectables)
Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VIC
2011
Certificate IV in Health - Nursing
Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VIC
12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
1993
Skills
Patient Assessments
Medical Screening
Patient Care
Direct Patient Care
Patient Discharging
Patient Monitoring
IV Drug Therapy Management
Physical Assessment
Accurate Documentation
Neurology Expertise
Intravenous Therapy
Judgment and Decision-Making
Time Management
Timeline
Division 2 Enrolled Nurse
St Vincent's Private Hospital, Melbourne
02.2007 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Melaluca Lodge
02.2001 - 01.2006
Practice Manager/Receptionist
John Wilson Physiotherapy
06.1999 - 02.2007
Advanced Diploma of Nursing - Medication Endorsement
TAFE Queensland
Medication Endorsement For Division 2 Nurses - Medication Endorsement (oral And Injectables)
Australian Catholic University
Certificate IV in Health - Nursing
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Deakin University
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