Rochelle Hall

Attentive and focused healthcare professional with hands-on experience in hospital environments. Successful in quickly building rapport with patients and families. Highly proficient in patient care, assessments, medication administration and health education. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities.

12/01/21 - 12/01/21, Baptist Care Morrison Gardens, Aged Care, 3 week Placement

• Assisted in the implementation of care plans developed by the healthcare team to address individual patient needs and promote overall wellness.
• Documented observations, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) system.06/01/22, 07/01/22,
• Provided emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering a therapeutic relationship based on trust and empathy.
• Responded promptly to resident calls for assistance and alerted appropriate personnel in case of emergencies or changes in condition.

20/06/2022 - 17/07/2022 Armadale Health Service Carl Steich, Medical Surgical, 3 week Placement

• Assisted registered nurses in performing comprehensive assessments of patients upon admission, including vital signs, medical history, and physical examination.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, adhering to medication administration protocols and ensuring patient safety.
• Assisted with wound care and dressing changes, ensuring adherence to infection control protocols and promoting wound healing.
• Documented all patient care activities, assessments, and interventions accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members including physicians, nurses, therapists, and social workers to develop and implement individualised care plans for patients.

09/01/22 - 10/01/24, St John of God Midland, Medical Surgical, 1 week Placement

• Participated in multidisciplinary rounds and meetings to discuss patient progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Educated patients and families about their medical conditions, treatment options, and self-care techniques to facilitate optimal recovery and wellness.
• Monitored and managed post-operative patients, assessing surgical wounds for signs of infection, ensuring proper wound care, and monitoring for complications
• Assisted with diagnostic procedures and tests, including obtaining specimens for laboratory analysis, preparing patients for imaging studies
• Collaborated with physical therapists and occupational therapists to assist patients in regaining mobility and performing activities of daily living post-surgery.

.01/01/23 -  02/01/24, St John of God Midland, Medical Surgical, 3 week Placement

• Provided wound care and dressing changes, including wound assessment, irrigation, and application of appropriate dressings based on physician orders and wound characteristics
• Assisted in the management of pain, administering analgesics as prescribed, monitoring pain levels, and implementing non-pharmacological pain management techniques.
• Monitored fluid intake and output, assessing for signs of dehydration or fluid overload, and implementing appropriate interventions to maintain fluid balance.
• Participated in code blue and rapid response teams, assisting in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), airway management, and emergency interventions as needed.
• Provided pre-operative education to patients and their families, explaining procedures, addressing concerns, and ensuring informed consent.

04/01/24 - 05/01/24, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Endoscopy and Theatre Ward, 4 week Placement

• Setting up and preparing the operating room or endoscopy suite for procedures, ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are available and properly sterilized.
• Assisting the surgical or endoscopy team during procedures, including passing instruments, holding retractors, and providing suction as directed
• Monitoring patients' vital signs and responses during procedures, alerting the healthcare team to any changes in patient condition
• Documenting all aspects of patient care accurately and in a timely manner, including pre-procedure assessments, intra-procedure documentation, and post-procedure monitoring.
• Collaborating with other members of the healthcare team, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, endoscopists, and nurses, to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
• Assisting with post-procedure care, including monitoring patients for signs of complications, providing post-procedure instructions, and assisting with patient recovery.

• Tracy Lymn, tracylymn@gmail.com, Clinical Facilitator
• Martina Costello, m.costello@ecu.edu.au, Unit Coordinator
• Jenny Jolley, smileyjennyj@gmail.com, Support Work Employer
• Kathleen Benzant, Benzant.kay@gmail.com, Clinical Facilitator
• Sabrina Miriam, Sabrina.miriam@health.wa.gov.au, Clinical Nurse