Penelope Harding
Maylands,WA
Summary
Wealth of experience , both professional and personal. Excellent communication skills, passionate about people, empathetic and strong patient advocate.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scrub/Scout Registered Nurse
Royal Perth Hospital
Perth, WA
08.2017 - Current
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Armadale/Kelmscott Hospital
Kelmscott, WA
01.2007 - 09.2021
- Assisted with quality improvement initiatives within the Perioperative Department.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff members and patients throughout all phases of the operative process.
- Identified potential complications or issues arising from surgical procedures and took appropriate corrective action.
- Provided postoperative care to patients by changing dressings, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing emotional support.
- Managed pain management protocols for postoperative patients according to established guidelines.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in accordance with department standards.
- Assessed patients' health condition prior to surgery and identified potential risks.
- Collaborated with physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals in order to provide optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted in operating room setup including draping sterile fields, setting up instruments and equipment according to surgeon preference, and preparing supplies for use during the case.
- Ensured that all equipment is functioning properly before each procedure is performed.
- Individualized care for each surgical patient by soothing anxieties, checking vital signs and explaining procedures.
- Administered pain medication and implemented management techniques to assist patients experiencing discomfort.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Staff Development Nurse
Armadale/Kelmscott Health Service
Kelmscott, WA
01.2014 - 05.2015
- Conducted orientation sessions for new hires to ensure understanding of facility guidelines.
- Researched new technology solutions designed to improve workflow processes within the department.
- Provided staff education and training on new policies, procedures and protocols.
- Provided guidance and support for new graduate nurses transitioning into the workplace.
- Monitored progress of individual employees throughout their professional development journey.
- Designed educational materials including handouts, presentations and videos for use in staff development programs.
- Assessed staff competency in clinical skills, patient safety and quality initiatives.
- Used diverse educational strategies to engage nurses in learning and increase grasp of materials.
- Maintained staff education for continuing education requirements.
HDU Registered Nrse
Sir Charles Gardener Hospital
Nedlands, WA
04.2012 - 09.2012
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Armadale/kelmscott Hospital
Kelmscott, WA
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Assessed patient's condition and developed appropriate plans of care.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing nursing practices.
- Initiated emergency measures as needed during acute episodes of illness or injury.
- Promoted positive relationships with patients through effective communication techniques.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions by monitoring patient responses to treatments and interventions.
- Administered intravenous therapy according to established protocols and standards of practice.
- Conducted comprehensive nursing assessments on newly admitted patients.
- Provided emotional support for patients facing difficult medical situations.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities and collaborated with social services as needed.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions about patient care.
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Armadale/Kelmscott Hostpital
Kelmscott, WA
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Supported family members during recovery process by providing emotional support and guidance.
- Coordinated communication between therapy staff, family members and other healthcare providers involved in the patient's care plan.
- Provided assistance with mobility training such as transfers, ambulation techniques using assistive devices like walkers or canes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all assessments, treatments and progress notes in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed wound care management including debridement, dressing changes and application of topical agents.
- Managed pain relief through administration of pharmacological agents or non-pharmacological methods such as relaxation techniques.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress towards goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Aged Care Worker
Amaroo Village Caring Centre
Gosnells, WA
03.2004 - 07.2006
- Encouraged independence by assisting with mobility issues and providing instruction on safety precautions.
- Reported any changes in health or behaviour to nursing staff members promptly.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Collaborated with family members to ensure that all client needs were met.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Provided recreational activities such as games, reading materials, music and outdoor walks.
- Provided clients with emotional support and companionship.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing And Midwifery - Registered Nurse
Edith Cowan University
Churchlands01-2007
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Infection Control
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Wound Care
- Surgical Assistance
- Documentation
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Health Promotion
- Ethical Practice
- Team Collaboration
- Clear Patient Communication
- Medication and IV administration
- Time management abilities
- Excellent Communication
Certification
- Hospital Post Graduate Certificate Armadale/Kelmscott Hospital (2007-2008)
- Perioperative graduate Certificate Armadale/kelmscott Hospital in conjunction with Sir John of God's Murdoch Hospital (2007)
- ICU/HDU up-skilling course 2012
Timeline
Scrub/Scout Registered Nurse
Royal Perth Hospital
08.2017 - Current
Staff Development Nurse
Armadale/Kelmscott Health Service
01.2014 - 05.2015
HDU Registered Nrse
Sir Charles Gardener Hospital
04.2012 - 09.2012
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Armadale/kelmscott Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2010
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Armadale/Kelmscott Hostpital
01.2008 - 01.2009
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Armadale/Kelmscott Hospital
01.2007 - 09.2021
Aged Care Worker
Amaroo Village Caring Centre
03.2004 - 07.2006
Bachelor of Nursing And Midwifery - Registered Nurse
Edith Cowan University
- Hospital Post Graduate Certificate Armadale/Kelmscott Hospital (2007-2008)
- Perioperative graduate Certificate Armadale/kelmscott Hospital in conjunction with Sir John of God's Murdoch Hospital (2007)
- ICU/HDU up-skilling course 2012
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