Rachael Gumiremete
New Beith,Australia
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. A leader of others, self awareness exemplary. Dedicated to empowerment and health promotion through patient centred care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Brisbane Women’s Correctional Centre
- Current
- Provide best practice in nursing care according to the ANMC National Competency Standards to a group of patient/clients in a Primary Health Care setting in collaboration with other health service providers
- Assess and monitor the overall health care of prisoners, implement patient focused individualised care working within a primary health care model
- Respond to medical emergencies, triage patients according to the Australian Triage Scale Category System, perform systematic clinical assessments and liaise with medical staff, senior nursing staff, and Queensland Ambulance Service for patient transfer to hospital
RN
Ipswich Hospital
- 05.2018
- Recovery Care of the unconscious patient
- Airway management Wound and drain care Pain management Care of arterial and CVP line
- Vital signs monitoring & early warning signs
- Nausea and Vomiting management
- Safe administration of drugs Support junior colleagues in the clinical environment
- Ensuring safe management of patients on epidural and PCA Providing nursing care to patients in recovery Safely discharge patients
12.2004 - 04.2012
- Providing evidence based care which is assessed planned and implemented accordingly Ensuring all care given is in accordance with trust and unit protocols Participating in multi-skills as Day Unit comprised of ophthalmic surgery, dental surgery, ENT, maxillo-facial, orthopedics, general surgery as well as gynecology procedures Ensuring continuity of care by referring to relevant multi-disciplinary teams in the community Good documentation and record keeping according to NMC guidelines Providing nursing care including administering eye drops, dressings, removal of sutures, drug administration, ensuring safe discharge of patients assists in patient care in close association with the consultant, anesthetist and other staff To participate in the assessment and monitoring of the Day surgical patient to ensure a safe discharge
- To have a sound understanding about pre, peri and postoperative Day Surgical patients
- To be professionally competent and to impart clear and concise information to patients and colleagues
- To ensure that regular mandatory training is attended
- To actively keep up skills and competencies
- To supervise and train new staff and students
- To contribute to the effectiveness of patient information leaflets
- To liaise with staff about patient information
- Demonstrate understanding of research based practice, and participate as required in audit
- Take personal responsibility for development
- To work under the guidance and supervision with the senior nurse on duty
- To be responsible for the co-ordination of the clinical area in the absence of a more senior nurse
- To be accountable for all actions in line with NMC and always act in a professional manner
- The unit provides nurse-led discharge to patients as well as phone in help line system.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
London Southbank University
London UK09.2004
Skills
- PPE Compliance
- Dependable and Responsible
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Cultural Awareness
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Training and Development
- Team building
- First Aid/CPR
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Data Entry
- Flexible and Adaptable
Academic Professional Qualifications
- University of Cambridge "O" Level, Hillcrest College Zimbabwe, 1988, 1991
- University of Cambridge "A" Level, Hillcrest College Zimbabwe, 1992, 1993
- Diploma in Higher Education- Nursing (Adult), London South Bank University, 09/2001, 09/2004
- Bachelor of Nursing with Professional Honors (Specialty) Anaesthetic & Recovery, University of Tasmania, 2016
Postgraduate Courses
- Advanced Life Support
- Pediatrics Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Medication Safety
- Child Abuse and Neglect
- Clinical Support in Practice
- Blood Management
- Moving and handling & Basic Back Care
- Fire Training
- Mentorship & Enabling Learning
- IVI Drug Administration
- Cannulation and Venapunture
- Epidural training and PCA
- Difficult intubation, PIP Plus+ Course
- Anaethethesia & Post Anaesthesia Care Nursing
- Recognition and Management of Deteriorating Patient
Current Employment History
05/14/18, Present, RN, Brisbane Women’s Correctional Centre, West Moreton, QLD, Provide best practice in nursing care according to the ANMC National Competency Standards to a group of patient/clients in a Primary Health Care setting in collaboration with other health service providers. Assess and monitor the overall health care of prisoners, implement patient focused individualised care working within a primary health care model. Respond to medical emergencies, triage patients according to the Australian Triage Scale Category System, perform systematic clinical assessments and liaise with medical staff, senior nursing staff, and Queensland Ambulance Service for patient transfer to hospital
Previous Employment History
- 05/14/12, 05/18, RN, Ipswich Hospital, West Moreton, QLD, Recovery Care of the unconscious patient. Airway management Wound and drain care Pain management Care of arterial and CVP line. Vital signs monitoring & early warning signs. Nausea and Vomiting management. Safe administration of drugs Support junior colleagues in the clinical environment. Ensuring safe management of patients on epidural and PCA Providing nursing care to patients in recovery Safely discharge patients
- 06/12/04, 04/12, Day Surgery Unit UK, Providing evidence based care which is assessed planned and implemented accordingly Ensuring all care given is in accordance with trust and unit protocols Participating in multi-skills as Day Unit comprised of ophthalmic surgery, dental surgery, ENT, maxillo-facial, orthopedics, general surgery as well as gynecology procedures Ensuring continuity of care by referring to relevant multi-disciplinary teams in the community.
Skills & Professional Attributes
- Punctual, reliable and trustworthy
- Work effectively under pressure and able to prioritize care and workload
- Good team work
- Fluent and articulate in written and spoken English
- To assess, plan, deliver and evaluate the individual care requirements of surgical patients using the designated nursing model and processes.
- To contribute to the monitoring and use of nursing and patient care pathways.
- To contribute to the implementation of action plans to improve patient care standards and services.
- To take ownership in developing own supervisory skills and competence.
- To contribute to the implementation of improvements and changes to working practice and the unit.
- To maintain and adhere to professional competencies in line with the departmental policies and procedures.
- To be aware of the Health & Safety at work policy and adhere to the COSHH regulations.
- To take part in regular mandatory training days.
- To administer medication and treatment within procedure for the ordering, prescribing and administration of medication guidelines and local policy.
- Can confidently take charge of the unit in the absence of senior staff.
- Successfully trained all Theatres Recovery staff in admission and discharge of patients.
- Contributed to Barking, Havering & Redbridge Hospital NHS Trust (UK) discharge policy.
- Leader of others
Future Career Plans
I would like to secure a position where my qualities as a leader of others and ability to take on new challenges can be used to make a change.
Ahpra Registration Status
Registered Nurse (Effective)
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/27/74
References
Zalika Kamis (A/NUM), Princes Alexandra Hospital (PAH), 199 Ipswich Road, Woolloongabba, QLD, 0422307773, zalika.kamis@health.qld.gov.au Kincy Kunjumon (CN), Brisbane Women’s Correctional Centre, 176A Grindle Road, Ipswich, QLD, 0470671802, kincy.kunjumon@health.qld.gov.au
Timeline
12.2004 - 04.2012
RN
Brisbane Women’s Correctional Centre
- Current
RN
Ipswich Hospital
- 05.2018
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
London Southbank University
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