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Bushwalking,learning the flute, Qigong and Yoga studies
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Richard Cook

Woodcroft,SA

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Repatriation General Hospital, demonstrating exceptional patient care and critical thinking skills. Excelled in developing comprehensive care plans and providing holistic support, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in health and safety awareness and adept at fostering professional growth among peers.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

NDIS Support Worker

Utopia Care
11.2023 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
  • Safeguarded client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
  • Improved client satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and implementing feedback in a timely manner.

Registered Nurse/Acting CN

Repatriation General Hospital
04.1998 - 07.2007
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.

Registered Nurse/Acting CN

Glenside Hospital
02.1989 - 04.1998
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Registered Nurse

University of New England
Armidale, NSW
03.1999

Skills

  • Daily living support
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Health and safety awareness
  • Daily living assistance
  • Confidentiality and Privacy
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Behavioral support
  • Transportation Assistance
  • Life Skills Development

Bushwalking,learning the flute, Qigong and Yoga studies

I Love to walk in the Bush and natural environments like beaches. I feel a strong connection to Mother Earth.

 Music has been a lifelong ambition ...I have decided to do something about it now and have begun to learn the flute.

 I have been a student of Philosophy my whole life and continue to study Yoga and also Western approaches to Consciousness. 

Timeline

NDIS Support Worker

Utopia Care
11.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse/Acting CN

Repatriation General Hospital
04.1998 - 07.2007

Registered Nurse/Acting CN

Glenside Hospital
02.1989 - 04.1998

Bachelor of Nursing - Registered Nurse

University of New England

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