Nardine O'Dea
Orroroo,SA
Summary
A hardworking and passionate job seeker with excellent clinical, leadership and time management skills eager to secure a Transitional to Professional Practice Position.
A caring and compassionate nature with 15 years experience in the healthcare industry and with 6 years of experience as an Enrolled nurse in a diverse healthcare organisation working with Acute and Aged Care patients. Adept at introducing detailed care plans and coordinating patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in physical, psychosocial, developmental and educational aspects of nursing care.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
ELA 4 Student Placement
Lyall McEwin Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviours and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
ELA 3 Student Placement
Peterborough Soldiers Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Observed patient behaviour and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
- Facilitated patient discharge by providing instructions for home care and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Enrolled Nurse
Orroroo Health Service
10.2018 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, subcutaneous injections, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching.
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
- Protected confidentiality of information related to patient care activities.
- Evaluated charting procedures for adherence to best practices.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Personal Care Assistant
Orroroo Health Service
12.2008 - 10.2018
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to Registered nurse or residential care manager.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
Shop Assistant
Orroroo IGA
05.2006 - 12.2008
- Completed daily tasks accurately and on-time to support shop needs.
- Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to support cleanliness and maintain organized store.
- Greeted customers entering store and offered assistance with requirements.
- Checked incoming orders and organized new stock.
- Collected payment by cash, debit or credit card and used Point of Sale system to process transaction.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
Hairdresser
Self-employeed
11.1995 - 06.2006
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.
- Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.
- Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
- Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
- Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
Apprentice Hairdresser
Modern Miss
12.1989 - 02.1993
- Helped get clients' hair ready for treatment by shampooing and conditioning at wash station.
- Answered telephone calls to provide information and schedule new appointments.
- Performed basic housekeeping duties such as sweeping, taking out trash and collecting dirty linens for wash.
- Assisted hairdressers with cutting, coloring, and styling hair to maintain salon workflow efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Health
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA12.2023
Diploma of Enrolled Nursing - Health
TAFE SA
Port Pirie, SA10.2018
Diploma of Hairdressing - Hair And Beauty
TAFE SA
Whyalla, SA1993
High School Diploma -
Orroroo Area School
Orroroo, SA12.1988
Skills
- Patient Management
- Charting Medication Administration
- Accurate Documentation
- Medication Administration
- Patient and Family Education
- Clinical Documentation
- Compassionate and Caring
- Direct Nursing Care
- Healthcare Ethics
- Healthcare Regulations
- Clear Patient Communication
- Patient Rights Advocacy
- Patient Assessments
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Nursing Plan Development
Timeline
ELA 4 Student Placement
Lyall McEwin Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2023
ELA 3 Student Placement
Peterborough Soldiers Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2023
Enrolled Nurse
Orroroo Health Service
10.2018 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Orroroo Health Service
12.2008 - 10.2018
Shop Assistant
Orroroo IGA
05.2006 - 12.2008
Hairdresser
Self-employeed
11.1995 - 06.2006
Apprentice Hairdresser
Modern Miss
12.1989 - 02.1993
Bachelor of Nursing - Health
University of South Australia
Diploma of Enrolled Nursing - Health
TAFE SA
Diploma of Hairdressing - Hair And Beauty
TAFE SA
High School Diploma -
Orroroo Area School
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