Pablo Martinez
Keilor East,VIC
Summary
Skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with over ten years of experience in the aged care sector. Committed to providing exceptional care for older individuals with complex health challenges, I have developed extensive expertise in aged care and chronic disease management. My Master's Degree in Aged Care and Chronic Diseases demonstrates a commitment to advancing knowledge and delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to aging populations. With a compassionate and person-centered approach, prioritizing dignity, respect, and comprehensive support for every patient is paramount.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
CoAsIt – Community Health & Home Care
02.2022 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive nursing and clinical assessments for elderly residents
- Develop and implement individualised patient care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams
- Lead staff training initiatives on best practices for aged care and continence management
- Supervise and mentor nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care
- Implement wound care treatments and monitor healing progress
- Educate patients and families on chronic disease management and overall wellness
- Assist with emergency response and infection prevention strategies
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Registered Nurse
Nurse Next Door
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Provided direct patient care and health education in community settings
- Conducted continence and clinical assessments, ensuring tailored care for elderly patients
- Worked closely with General Practitioners to support patient examinations and treatments
- Managed chronic conditions by developing care plans suited to individual health needs
- Provided training to support workers in handling patients and using mobility equipment
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding medical records and patient documentation
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse
Arcare Aged Care
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Enrolled Nurse
Arcare
04.2015 - 01.2019
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
Education
Master’s - Wound management
Monash University
Melbourne, VIC02-2028
Master’s Degree - Aged Care and Chronic Diseases
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC10.2023
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC10.2020
Skills
- SPC changes and management
- Continence assessments
- Comprehensive nursing and clinical assessments
- Individualised patient care plans
- Monitoring vital signs
- Collaborative work with health professionals
- Patient and family education
- Infection control and prevention
- Chronic health condition management
- Training support workers
- Wound care management
- Wound care plans
- Medical records management
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Care planning
- Patient evaluation
Professional Development And Leadership
- Active involvement in policy development and aged care advocacy.
- Contributor to research and educational initiatives aimed at improving standards of care for aging populations.
- Developer of training programs for support workers and nursing staff.
- Leadership in quality improvement projects within aged care facilities.
- Active involvement in policy development and aged care advocacy.
- Leadership in quality improvement projects within aged care facilities.
- Successfully led a multidisciplinary team to enhance resident care outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to improve continence management practices.
- Organized and facilitated workshops on chronic disease management for healthcare professionals.
- Mentored junior nurses and support staff, fostering professional growth and clinical competence.
- Collaborated with external healthcare providers to establish best practices in wound care management.
- Spearheaded an infection control initiative, reducing facility-acquired infections.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Limited Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse
CoAsIt – Community Health & Home Care
02.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Arcare Aged Care
01.2020 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Nurse Next Door
01.2020 - 01.2022
Enrolled Nurse
Arcare
04.2015 - 01.2019
Master’s - Wound management
Monash University
Master’s Degree - Aged Care and Chronic Diseases
Victoria University
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Victoria University
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