Nicolise Timmerman
theatre nurse
Southport,QLD
Summary
Professional talent scout with track record in identifying and nurturing promising individuals. Known for strong emphasis on teamwork and delivering impactful results. Flexible and reliable, adept at adapting to changing needs and maintaining focus on achieving objectives through effective communication and organizational skills.
Experienced with talent identification, development, and strategic assessment. Utilizes strong communication and organizational skills to foster collaborative environments. Track record of building relationships and achieving team goals.
Professional with strong background in talent identification and development. Adept at building and maintaining relationships with team members to achieve collective goals. Known for adaptability, reliability, and results-driven approach. Possesses keen analytical skills, effective communication, and strategic thinking to identify and nurture potential.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with proven ability to identify and develop talent through strategic assessment and engagement. Demonstrated success in building strong relationships and fostering collaborative environments. Utilized effective communication and organizational skills to achieve team goals.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Scrub/Scout
Healthscope
03.2007 - 08.2024
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Sanitized, selected and organizing instruments, equipment and supplies according to surgeon preferences.
- Managed efficient use of operating room resources, streamlining procedures and minimizing waste.
- Provided high-quality care for diverse patient populations, addressing individual needs and concerns.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Conducted thorough preoperative assessments to identify potential risks and address concerns prior to surgery.
- Streamlined communication among surgical team members, facilitating efficient flow of information during critical moments in surgery.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and enhance OR practices.
- Continually updated knowledge on best practices in nursing care through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated with anesthesia providers to ensure proper administration of anesthesia during procedures.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for pre-and post-operative patients.
- Served as a liaison between the surgical team and family members, providing timely updates on patient progress.
- Provided instruction to patients and family members before and after surgical procedures.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during recovery, monitoring vital signs and administering medications as needed.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary meetings by sharing expertise on operating room processes and patient care requirements.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and administered medications per physician orders or good practices.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Education
Nursing Degree - Nursing
BG Alexander
South Africa10-1979
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Scrub/Scout
Healthscope
03.2007 - 08.2024
Nursing Degree - Nursing
BG Alexander
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