Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Lutheran Garden Service and James Grimes Care Centre. Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with a strong background in aged care nursing and over five years of hands-on experience as an Assistant in Nursing. Demonstrates a high standard of clinical care, strong communication skills, and effective teamwork. Skilled in managing complex care needs, palliative care, wound management, medication administration, and leading multidisciplinary teams during shifts. Committed to delivering person-centred care that promotes dignity, safety, and overall well-being of residents.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lutheran Garden Service (Immanuel) and James Grimes Care Centre (Sundale)
Buderim And Nambour, Queensland
08.2023 - Current
Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, and develop individualized care plans aligned with residents' clinical and emotional needs.
Administer medications (including S8s and PRNs) safely and accurately, as per legislative and facility protocols.
Monitor residents' health status, identify clinical deterioration, and initiate timely intervention or escalation as required.
Complete and maintain detailed clinical documentation, including progress notes, risk assessments, wound charts, and care plans.
Perform wound assessments and dressing changes, and collaborate with GPs and wound care specialists for complex cases.
Provide palliative and end-of-life care with sensitivity and professionalism, ensuring dignity and comfort for the resident and family.
Respond to and manage clinical incidents, including falls, behavioral episodes, and medical emergencies.
Participate in multidisciplinary care conferences, and contribute to care planning discussions.
Conduct admission assessments, and support the transition of new residents into the facility.
Promote and maintain infection prevention and control practices across the unit.
Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards, and facility policies and procedures.
Assist in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and staff training as required.
Uphold residents' rights, cultural needs, and preferences while promoting independence and autonomy.
Education
Completed Bachelor of Nursing
University of Sunshine Coast UniSC
Sippy Downs QLD 4556
07-2023
Skills
Comprehensive clinical assessment
Medication administration and documentation
Wound assessment and management
Palliative and end-of-life care
Infection control and manual handling
Leadership and team collaboration
Dementia and behavioural support
Aged care standards and compliance
Clinical documentation and progress notes
Accomplishments
Dementia Australia
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lutheran Garden Service (Immanuel) and James Grimes Care Centre (Sundale)
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom at Immanuel Lutheran Child Care CenterLead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom at Immanuel Lutheran Child Care Center