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Naomi Clouter

Naomi Clouter

Wickham,WA

Summary

I am an Australian educated level 1.4 Registered Nurse, living in Wickham, Western Australia. I graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 2020. Since, I have gained experience and specialties in Palliative Care, Oncology and Chemotherapy. Currently I am working with the Palliative Care Team in Karratha Health Campus. I am a dedicated and compassionate nurse with proven ability to provide patient care that aligns with patient views, interest and cultural preferences. I am able to remain calm and level-headed when handling high-stress situations. I have a passion to provide excellent and holistic care that algins with the patient, family and carers values, preferences and culture. I want to further my career and experience within the healthcare sector, while still providing direct and holistic patient care.


Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Acting Clinical Nurse- TeleChemotherapy

WACHS-Pilbara
08.2023 - Current
  • Safe handling of cytotoxic drugs and the delivery of low risk systemic anticancer therapy (SACT) to medical oncology and haematology patients via telehealth.
  • Work under Clinical Oncological Society of Australia (COSA) to guide safe prescribing, dispensing and administration of Cancer Chemotherapy
  • Ensure incorporation of culturally appropriate support with communication is provided during patient assessment and throughout treatment.
  • Provide evidence based treatment that aligns with EVIQ protocols
  • Liaising with Medical Oncologist regarding patient assessment and treatment plans.
  • Maintained accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with regulatory standards.
  • Monitored patients, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
  • Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients relating to their individual diagnosis.

Registered Nurse- Palliative Care

WACHS-Pilbara
06.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated within a Multidisciplinary team to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Implementing Palliative Care assessments and tools to guide holistic care.
  • Initiate and assist with assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating the provision of palliative care to the patients referred to the Service.
  • Provide complex supportive care using advanced palliative care knowledge and skills in meeting the multiple, complex care needs of individuals with life-limiting illnesses, their caregivers and family, across the continuum of care
  • Collaborated with Aboriginal Healthcare Liaison Officers (AHLOs) to promote and develop culturally appropriate care.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment options and management and lifestyle options to facilitate a better quality of life.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions meet treatment goals.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with life limiting conditions.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.


Registered Nurse

St John Of God Murdoch Hospital
02.2021 - 05.2023
  • Care for and educates patients who have cancer.
  • Chemotherapy competent Registered Nurse
  • Work in a multi-disciplinary team to deliver holistic care
  • Understanding of pathology results and their implications, and have an in-depth knowledge of the expected side effects of cancer treatments.
  • Detailed patient assessment and responding appropriately
  • Responding effectively to complex patient situations
  • Identifying and responding to acute clinical deterioration
  • Evaluate each patient and initiate appropriate cares.
  • Created individualized care plans for patients and worked with medical professionals to come up with treatment and discharge options.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Directed patient discharge procedures to provide departing patients with needed aftercare and avoid readmissions.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions to meet treatment goals.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of Notre Dame Australia
Fremantle, WA
12.2020

High School Certificate -

Rossmoyne Senior High School
Rossmoyne, WA
12.2016

Skills

  • Strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and develop new skills
  • Advanced planning, coordination and and decision making skills
  • Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Competent
  • IVC/CVAD management
  • Positive, can-do attitude
  • Person centred holistic approach
  • Responsible leadership and mentoring skills
  • Patient advocacy and emotional support
  • Innovation and quality improvement
  • Advanced communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Experience in mentoring, training or supervising others (desirable)
  • Competent quality nursing care in accordance best practice and National Safety and Quality Healthcare Standards

Carer Interests

I would like to specialise in Palliative Care and TeleChemotherapy Nursing. 

Referees

KARAN LANE, NURSE UNIT MANAGER

SJOG MURDOCH- THOMAS FURLONG WARD Phone: 0418 107 255 Work number: 9438 9637 Email: karan.lane@sjog.org.au
BRIDIE COSTELLOE, CANCER NURSE CONSULTANT KARRATHA HEALTH CAMPUS Phone: 0409 220 594 Work number: 9144 7953 Email: bridie.costelloe@health.wa.gov.au

Timeline

Acting Clinical Nurse- TeleChemotherapy

WACHS-Pilbara
08.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse- Palliative Care

WACHS-Pilbara
06.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

St John Of God Murdoch Hospital
02.2021 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of Notre Dame Australia

High School Certificate -

Rossmoyne Senior High School
Naomi Clouter