Renee Graham
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mater Hospital
02.2015 - Current
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries..
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- March 2007 - December 2014 A/NUM Neurology / Neurosurgical 30 bed ward Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
- Regular in charge duties
- Chronic patient care in med-surgical unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care.
- Oversaw and managed a number of clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.
- Managed care for post operative patients through discharge.
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
- Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse / ANUM
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
03.2007 - 12.2015
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Health Care / Nursing
University of Technology
Sydney, NSW11.2006
Skills
Data Collection
Basic Trauma Life Support
Medication and IV administration
Treatment Preparation
Critical Thinking
Strong Clinical Judgment
Patient Care Assessment
Infection Control
Procedure preparations
Compassion and Empathy
Personal care needs
Care Plan Development
Case Management
Additional Information
Nursing Registration No. NMW0001301272
Phillipa McGrath
Clinical Nurse Educator Mater Hospital
Ph: 40143813
Phillipa.mcgrath@calvarymater.org.au
Hayley Marlborough
Registered Nurse
0432172455
h.marlborough@calvarymater.org.au
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mater Hospital
02.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse / ANUM
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
03.2007 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Nursing - Health Care / Nursing
University of Technology
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