Paige Carnell
Craigieburn,VIC
Summary
Experienced Enrolled Nurse with 2+ years in nursing and direct patient care. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and strong commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare services. Skilled in communicating effectively with diverse individuals and building valuable relationships. Proactive professional dedicated to providing exceptional care and contributing to patient well-being.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Enrolled Nurse
Northern Health
09.2022 - Current
- Part time employment- 32 hours per fortnight
- Frequently monitored Patient's Observations (Temperature, Respiration rate, Pulse, Oxygen saturation, Blood pressure) in a appropriate timely manner.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalised care.
- Implement and comply with infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilised strong clinical judgment in prioritising patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimised patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Safe use of manual handling
- Use of IPM/EMR/Medtasker services
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Team Member
Bunnings Craigieburn
09.2016 - 09.2022
- Part time employment
- Kept work areas clean, organised, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
- Kids craft- Sundays
- Putting stock away
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Help with trolleys
- People Greeter
- Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Maintaining OH&S protocols
- Answering phone enquiries
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate responses to inquiries, addressing concerns, and resolving issues.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximise performance.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Maintained strict adherence to company policies and procedures while sustaining high-quality work standards under pressure.
- Assisted in the onboarding of new team members by providing guidance and support to ensure a smooth transition into the work environment.
COVID Monitoring Assistant
Northern Health
05.2022 - 09.2022
- General house keeping
- Cleaning of Pulse oximeters
- Calling covid positive residents
- Working independendently and part of a team
- Computer skills using microsoft word and Excel
- Knowledge using IPM and CPF
Waitress
Good Fortune Chinese Restaurant
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Casual employment
- Taking Phone orders
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Packing food orders
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC02.2020
VCE certificate -
Mount Ridley College
01.2017
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Strong Organisation
- Excellent communication skills, Written and verbal
- Use of Microsoft, IPM, EMR, medtasker services
- Maintain privacy and confidentiality
- Ability to problem solve
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Compassionate and empathetic
- Cultural Awareness
- Patient advocacy
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Experience working in busy environments
- Willingness to learn
Additional Information
- Holds Current and Active AHPRA Nursing Registration
- Full Drivers Licence
- Willing to obtain Police check & Working with Children's Check
- References provided upon request
Timeline
Enrolled Nurse
Northern Health
09.2022 - Current
COVID Monitoring Assistant
Northern Health
05.2022 - 09.2022
Team Member
Bunnings Craigieburn
09.2016 - 09.2022
Waitress
Good Fortune Chinese Restaurant
01.2014 - 01.2016
VCE certificate -
Mount Ridley College
Diploma - Nursing
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
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