Rachael Millen
Somerville,VIC
Summary
Focused on improving the lives of others while upholding values of respect, compassion, integrity and accountability. I have a continued aspiration to develop professionally in a supportive and innovative learning environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Eastern Health – Operating Theatres Maroondah Hospital
01.2021 - Current
- Instrument and Circulation Nursing: Preparation and handling of surgical instrumentation with aseptic technique, safe manual handling and patient positioning for surgical procedures, timely anticipation of surgeon needs and preferences.
- Anaesthetic Nursing: Airway management across multiple plains of anesthesia, including the escalation and management of difficult airways, clinical deterioration and invasive/non-invasive monitoring.
- Recovery Nursing: Close observation and documentation of adult and paediatric vital signs, airway management of Laryngeal mask airways (LMAs), airway adjuncts, multi-modal pain management, post-operative nausea and vomiting, discharge planning from recovery.
- Served as a clinical expert resource for fellow nurses, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on ongoing learning and growth.
- Mentored nursing staff through professional development opportunities, enhancing their skill sets and competencies.
- Maintained personal professional development by attending relevant education training, workshops and seminars. Staying informed on emerging trends and best practices within the nursing field.
- Established effective communication with the interdisciplinary team, promoting seamless coordination of patient care efforts.
- Implemented measurable quality improvement initiatives, in line with clinical guidelines and evidence-based care standards to improve patient outcomes.
- Facilitated training sessions for transition to specialty practice nurses, ensuring they were well-equipped to perform their duties efficiently and safely.
Orthopaedic Resource Nurse
Eastern Health
01.2024 - Current
- Liaising with Surgeons and surgical company representatives to coordinate and plan the import and export of loans equipment for surgical procedures. Prioritisation and ensuring the readiness of equipment and supplies ahead of schedule.
- Acting as a department resource for less experienced and junior staff members to learn and develop their knowledge and skills of orthopaedic surgery.
- Problem solving and troubleshooting surgical equipment alternatives, supporting and responding to CSSD staff queries, imputing, identifying and solving errors through Financial Management Information Systems (FMIS) and monthly budgeting.
- Communicating effectively between the operating theatre, bookings administration team, surgeons and company representatives to ensure safe and timely workflow in theatre.
- Encouraging and supporting surgical scrub team with equipment set up and functionality.
Graduate Nurse Program
Eastern Health
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Acute Surgical Rotation: Orthopaedics, 1 North, Maroondah Hospital
- Specialised Rotation: Instrument/Circulation, Recovery, Angliss Hospital Operating Suite
- Consolidation of foundational nursing knowledge and skills such as anatomy and physiology, surgical conscience, situational awareness, microbial stewardship and aseptic technique.
- Safety and quality evidenced by timely escalation of the deteriorating patient, following evidence-based standards and hospital policies.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to diverse populations.
Dental Assistant and Receptionist
Pacific Smiles Dental
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Provided chairside assistance during examination and treatment to improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Cleaned and sterilised dental tools and equipment, treatment rooms, and restocked supplies as preparation and maintenance of health and safety practices.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
Education
Graduate Certificate of Advanced Clinical Nursing -
Monash University
Clayton, VIC11-2023
Master of Nursing Practice -
Monash University
Clayton, VIC07-2020
Bachelor of Psychological Science -
University of Newcastle
11-2017
Certificate III Dental Assisting -
Dental Assistant Training Solutions
12-2013
High School Certificate -
Saint Francis Xavier’s College
Hamilton, NSW12-2012
Skills
- Agility: Adapt quickly to changing clinical priorities and surgical needs across multiple specialties, ensuring safe, efficient care delivery under pressure
- Critical thinking: Apply sound clinical judgment in high-pressured environments, including early recognition and escalation of patient deterioration and intraoperative complications
- Teamwork & Mentorship: Collaborate seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior staff and students to build capability and confidence in the operating theatre
- Communicating with compassion: Foster patient trust and comfort through clear, empathetic communication tailored to individual needs, including during vulnerable perioperative moments
Affiliations
- Victorian Perioperative Nursing Group (VPNG)
- The Australasian College of PeriAnaesthesia Nurses (ACPAN)
- Australian College of Perioperative Nurses
Certification & Professional Development
- Paediatric Advanced Life Support | Maroondah Hospital Operating Suite 2024
- Advanced Life Support | Maroondah Hospital Operating Suite 2024
- Orthopaedic Education Workshop (DePuy Synthes) 2023
- Donate for Life Organ Donation Workshop 2023
- Orthopaedic Education Workshop (Stryker) 2022
Timeline
Orthopaedic Resource Nurse
Eastern Health
01.2024 - Current
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Eastern Health – Operating Theatres Maroondah Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Graduate Nurse Program
Eastern Health
01.2020 - 01.2021
Dental Assistant and Receptionist
Pacific Smiles Dental
01.2013 - 01.2020
Graduate Certificate of Advanced Clinical Nursing -
Monash University
Master of Nursing Practice -
Monash University
Bachelor of Psychological Science -
University of Newcastle
Certificate III Dental Assisting -
Dental Assistant Training Solutions
High School Certificate -
Saint Francis Xavier’s College
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