Rebecca Kalinsky
Newcastle,Australia
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with a strong foundation in emergency care, recently completing a year-long Transition to Practice program at a Level 1 Trauma Centre. Skilled in trauma management, rapid response, and critical care in high-pressure environments. Adaptable and quick to learn, with experience across multiple regional emergency departments. Proficient in cannulation, wound care, airway management, and emergency pharmacology. Committed to providing patient-centered care while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
NSW Health
01.2024 - Current
- Completion of Acute Network Transition to Speciality Practice Program-Emergency
- Delivered critical and emergency care in a high-pressure, high-acuity environment at the John Hunter Hospital- a Level 1 Trauma Centre, managing trauma and life-threatening conditions.
- Adapted quickly to diverse clinical environments by rotating through two regional emergency departments, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to provide consistent, high-level care across varying patient presentations
Registered Nurse
Care Alliance Disability Support & Psychology
12.2023 - Current
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients with various disabilities, including physical, developmental, and intellectual, to determine care needs and create individualized care plans.
- Assisting in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and educate patients and caregivers on proper medication use and potential interactions.
- Applied advanced nursing skills in the management of catheter care, PEG tube maintenance, continence assessments, end-of-life comfort care, and wound care, ensuring optimal patient comfort and clinical outcomes.
Registered Nurse-Perioperative Program
Hunter Valley Private Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Completion of Scrub/scout rotation, Anaesthetics, Recovery
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating their needs and providing necessary instruments and supplies in a timely manner
- Administered medications under physician direction following hospital policy guidelines
- Provided airway management for intubated or non-intubated patients
- Assessed patients' vital signs, pain levels, allergies, medical histories, and current medications to facilitate anesthesia administration
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Newcastle
Newcastle02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Denver
Denver, CO03.2019
Skills
- Cannulation
- Airway management
- Advanced life support
- Resus orientated
- Emergency Paediatric Care
- Trauma & Critical Care Management
- Toxicology and Mental Health Emergency Care Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
NSW Health
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Care Alliance Disability Support & Psychology
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse-Perioperative Program
Hunter Valley Private Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Denver
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