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Paula Johnston

Lara,VIC

Summary

Dedicated Enrolled Nurse with a proven track record at Cohuna District Hospital, Barwon Health Geelong excelling in medication administration and compassionate patient care. Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and infection control measures, Committed to ongoing professional development, fostering teamwork, and delivering high-quality care to diverse populations.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Enrolled Nurse

Cohuna District Hospital
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • 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.
  • Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
  • Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
  • 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.
  • Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.

Enrolled Nurse

Barwon Health
08.2007 - 07.2022
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
  • Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
  • 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.
  • Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.

Education

Nursing

University of Ballarat
Ballarat, VIC
12-2000

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Clinical documentation
  • Infection control
  • Compassionate care
  • Patient care
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessment
  • Palliative care
  • End-of-life care

Timeline

Enrolled Nurse

Cohuna District Hospital
07.2022 - 06.2023

Enrolled Nurse

Barwon Health
08.2007 - 07.2022

Nursing

University of Ballarat

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