Paula Sorenson
Henley Brook,WA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination. Remains calm under pressure and proactively meets challenging and high-stress situations. Consistently develops strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, a respectful attitude and the delivery of excellent patient care. Values and works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Recognises multi-disciplinary team expertise which fosters the empowerment of patients and their families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Murupara Medical Centre
03.2013 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided care, support and education for patients with complex and chronic healthcare needs i.e. diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
- Maintained succinct and ensured confidentiality of patient notes such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections as directed by a physician and monitored responses.
- Provided direct nurse led patient care i.e. evaluated healthcare needs and established patient centred goals to encourage better self management.
- Shared preceptorship role for nurses new to General Practice.
- Advised on ideal wound care management i.e cleaning, time frame for dressing change, product selection, follow-ups.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners.
- Smear taking
- Immunisations according to NZ schedule.
- Routinely assisted with minor surgical procedures in a busy Rural General Practice setting.
- Maintained Professional Development standards as required by The Nursing Council of New Zealand such as Immunisation updates, PRIME (Primary Response in Medical Emergencies) training alongside St John Ambulance Service in New Zealand.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Palliative Care Nurse
Rotorua Community Hospice Trust
02.2012 - 03.2013
- Performed frequent checks on palliative support equipment.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Provided evidence based information for family members and caregivers to better manage patients' pain, how to check vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Provided exceptional care to both the palliative patient and their significant others such as oxygen management, extensive wound care and grief management.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Registered Nurse
Waiariki Institute of Technology
Rotorua, New Zealand12.2011
Skills
- Strong holistic view
- Autonomous
- Excellent interpersonal communication
- Phlebotomy
- Intravenous Therapy
Referees
Dr Bernard Conlon (Principal Doctor)
The Murupara Medical Centre
Ph: +64 7366 5555
Available on request
Ahpra Registration with no exclusions.
Current Australian Police Check Clearance.
Current Australian First Aid and CPR certificate.
Class C drivers licence.
*Willing to obtain Working with Children Card on offer of employment.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Murupara Medical Centre
03.2013 - 03.2023
Palliative Care Nurse
Rotorua Community Hospice Trust
02.2012 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Nursing - Registered Nurse
Waiariki Institute of Technology
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