Experience nurse with the training, experience, interpersonal skills and resilience to successfully work in any clinical field or any situation requiring a committed, energetic and reliable employee.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Nurse Consultant
Central Adelaide Local Health Network
01.2023 - Current
Act as mentor and resource person for Nurse Unit Managers, Nurse Educators, and staff of all levels
Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of innovative solutions.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Developed strong relationships with community partners to expand available resources for patients requiring specialised care or assistance.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Influenced positive changes in organisational policies by participating in key decision-making committees focused on patient safety and quality improvement initiatives.
Enhanced efficiency of healthcare teams through provision of expert guidance on clinical practices and protocols.
Streamlined nursing processes, resulting in improved patient outcomes and increased staff satisfaction.
Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Increased awareness of available nursing services within the community, leading to higher utilisation rates and improved overall health outcomes.
Nurse Educator
Central Adelaide Local Health Network
01.2022 - 01.2023
Served as a subject matter expert in clinical practice areas, offering specialized instruction to enhance skill sets among nurses.
Improved patient safety by designing and conducting simulation exercises that strengthened nurses critical thinking skills.
Development and delivery of the annual Surgery Nursing Education Strategic Plan
Utilized data-driven strategies to identify areas of improvement within the nursing department''s educational offerings.
Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive nursing education programs.
Conducted research on emerging trends in nursing education, incorporating findings into evolving curricula accordingly.
Increased collaboration among nursing staff, promoting shared decision-making and improved patient outcomes through targeted educational initiatives.
Assessed competency levels among nursing staff, identifying areas of improvement for targeted interventions.
Remained up to date on clinical protocols, procedures and developments within Surgery to serve as informational resource to students.
Played an instrumental role in achieving departmental goals related to nurse retention rates by fostering a supportive learning environment.
Streamlined orientation processes for new hires, ensuring timely integration into clinical settings.
Maintained compliance with accreditation standards by updating curriculum materials in accordance with industry best practices.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Act as a resource person, encouraging reflection and professional development, and assisting others to engage in the quality improvement cycle
Support Associate Nurse Unit Managers, Clinical Nurses or NSQHS portfolios holders in the development and implementation of Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs) in line with organisational wide processes
Use information systems to facilitate effective clinical governance
Plan, coordinate and provide education in line with the organisational and program strategic priorities, Quality theme of the Month and workforce framework
Ensure educational processes are in place to attract, support and retain the nursing workforce
Provide recommendations and expert advice based on contemporary research to ensure best practice is maintained within the Clinical Program
Coordinate and lead opportunities to increase capability within the Clinical Program and nursing workforce
Quality Coordinator (Nurse Consultant)
Central Adelaide Local Health Network
10.2020 - 01.2022
Support the Clinical Practice Director, Nurse Lead, Nurse Unit Manager and Nurse Educators to maintain a learning culture
Act a resource person, encouraging reflection and professional development, and assisting others to engage in the quality improvement cycle
Support Associate Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse or NSQHS portfolios holders in the development and implementation of Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs) in line with organisational wide processes
Contribute to the development of education and training programs relevant to the analysis of clinical safety and quality data
Use information systems to facilitate effective clinical governance
Coordination of SLS access and delivery of training for staff members from all disciplines
Training of staff in the use of Power Bi for presentation and analysis of program and unit based, safety and quality KPI's
Collaborating with program Nurse Educator to ensure staff are trained and equipped with the necessary skill and knowledge to complete clinical audit
Identifying and where appropriate, implementing the development needs that operational work groups may require to achieve best practice
Delivery of regular accreditation workshops for senior nursing staff members
Enabling others to improve quality by providing them with skills and knowledge to monitor and improve practice; including audit results, incident manage review and analysis
Manage the design, conduct, analysis and reporting of program wide audits in relation to identified clinical safety and quality risks, issues and the 8 National Safety Quality Healthcare Standards
Development of program wide audit schedule and delivery of associated education to all levels of nursing staff
Development of program wide audit tools in line with program gap analysis and NSQHS
Supports the development, implementation and maintenance of clinical audit activities including but not limited to; clinician and patient reported outcome measures
Provide the findings of the investigations and research to managers and committees for consideration
Collation, presentation and analysis of safety and quality data, incident management review to Senior Leadership Team (SLT), unit-based safety, quality and mortality committees
Providing quarterly reports to Executive Quality and Governance for the program based on relevant safety and quality KPI's
Identifying and investigating practice issues within the Network using a systemic approach
Analysis of incident data from SLS, collation of audit results and relevant program based KPI's to identify areas for quality improvement and practice changes.
Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Central Adelaide Local Health Network
06.2019 - 10.2020
Continuously updated clinical knowledge through ongoing education, attending conferences and seminars, and staying current with industry trends.
Evaluated staff performance regularly through constructive feedback sessions, performance reviews, and goal-setting exercises.
Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
Contributed to the improvement of hospital-wide quality metrics by participating actively in quality improvement initiatives.
Promoted professional development among nursing staff via regular mentoring sessions and educational opportunities.
Created customised care plans, working with patients and families to assess and meet individual needs.
Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and coordinating interdisciplinary team collaboration.
Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
Served as a positive role model for junior nurses by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, professionalism, and ethical behaviour at all times.
Provided support during organizational transitions or changes in leadership by maintaining open lines of communication with staff and addressing concerns promptly.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by fostering a compassionate and supportive nursing environment.
Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Working in partnership with senior staff and nursing management to support change processes in the clinical environment, assist with the planning, development and implementation of appropriate workflows within the clinical unit
Assist the NUM with reviewing and management of incident reports related to the clinical unit
Provide person and family centred care in-line with the best practice guidelines and oversee the provision of nursing care within the clinical unit in-line with local organisation wide instructions and National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS)
Facilitate efficient patient flow throughout the clinical unit
Support NUM and wider multidisciplinary team in establishing and determining the expected length of stay (LOS) for patient groups
Adhere to and implement effective discharge plans
Explore alternative patient care options in order to outsource individual care requirements
Assist and support the NUM with the coordination and management of safe staffing, rostering and maintaining nursing hours per patient day (NHPPD) in line with the expectations of the surgical directorate and relevant legislation
Clinical duties inclusive of, but not limited to: Tracheostomy management, drain management, simple and complex wound management, management and monitoring of various medical devices, administration and monitoring of medications and infusions, management of enteral feeding systems, management of nasogastric tubes and drainage, management of peripheral and central venous devices, management and monitoring of colostomy and ileostomy, management of patients displaying complex behaviours.
Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Central Adelaide Local Health Network
10.2018 - 06.2019
8E Wing 2 was opened as temporary surgical extension ward in October 2018 with a primary focus on general surgical and surgical specialty patients
I demonstrated leadership working alongside the NUM and assisted in the day to day running of the clinical unit, this involved: working in partnership with senior staff and nursing management to support change processes in the clinical environment, fostering the development of a new, temporary nursing team, assisting in the planning, development and implementation of appropriate work flows for the temporary clinical unit, maintain close working relationships with the wider multidisciplinary team, assisting junior and less experienced nurses with overseeing learning experiences and coordination of patient services, planning and implementing individual patient care pathways to further assist in reaching identified discharge targets and quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Central Adelaide Local Health Network
09.2017 - 10.2018
Shift Coordination, Management, care and preparation of patient's pre-operatively, postoperatively and on transfer from the Intensive Care Unit post elective and emergency admissions
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
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.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
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.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Acute management of patients post traumatic injury, acute management of singular and multiple fractures, external fixation and management of patients post abdominal and other general surgical interventions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department at Central Adelaide Local Health NetworkRegistered Nurse, Emergency Department at Central Adelaide Local Health Network