Ruth Herbstreit
Lucknow,VIC
Summary
Professionally trained, motivated and supportive Associate Nurse Unit Manager. Extensive acute surgical leadership, pre admission clinic and dialysis experience. Ensuring high standards of competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Experienced healthcare professional adept at managing nursing units with focus on quality care and operational efficiency. Skilled in team collaboration, problem-solving, and adapting to changing needs. Strong leadership abilities, effective communication, and commitment to achieving results. Proven track record in patient care management, staff development, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
06.2018 - Current
- Tambo Ward
- Managing a busy 34 bed medical - surgical units including 4 HDU beds
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by maintaining accurate documentation and conducting thorough audits.
- Provided support during organizational transitions or changes in leadership by maintaining open lines of communication with staff and addressing concerns promptly.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families through open communication channels, education, and support services.
Acting Nurse Unit Manager
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Oversaw recruitment efforts within the nursing unit, selecting highly skilled candidates who would contribute positively to the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with administrators to evaluate nursing policies and procedures for potential improvements regularly.
- Established a strong rapport with patients and their families, addressing concerns and providing valuable support throughout the treatment process.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for nursing staff members, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Raised staff retention rates by fostering a positive work culture focused on professional growth and development.
- Contributed to hospital-wide accreditation efforts, maintaining compliance with industry standards for nursing practice.
Nurse Unit Manager
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
11.2018 - 12.2018
- Tambo Ward
- 6 week period
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts, ensuring seamless continuity of care for all patients on the unit.
- Established a strong rapport with patients and their families, addressing concerns and providing valuable support throughout the treatment process.
- Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Enhanced the quality of care provided to patients by creating a supportive and collaborative team environment.
Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Fraser Ward
- Managing staff patient work load
- Ensuring timely management of patient admission and discharges
- Communicating with multi disciplinary team
- Reduced medication errors with strict adherence to protocols, ongoing training, and close monitoring of staff performance.
- Promoted professional development among nursing staff via regular mentoring sessions and educational opportunities.
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through ongoing education, attending conferences and seminars, and staying current with industry trends.
Registered Nurse Div1
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
02.2009 - 01.2018
- Dialysis
- Dialysis attended to care for patient in a satellite dialysis unit
- Duties involve haemodialysis, patient assessment and education
- 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.
Registered Nurse Div1
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
07.2000 - 01.2018
- Fraser
- 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.
Registered Nurse Div1
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
02.2009 - 02.2013
- Pre Admission Clinic
- Holiday cover for pre admission clinic
- Patient assessment and education before surgery
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Graduate Nurse Program
Latrobe Regional Health Service
04.1999 - 07.2000
- Intensive Care Unit / High Dependency Unit
- Surgical Ward
- Emergency Ward
- Rehabilitation
Enrolled Nurse
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
11.1993 - 03.1996
- Rotating all wards
- Hospital trained enrolled nurse
- Medical, Surgical, Paediatrics and Palliative care
Education
Graduate Certificate of Nursing - High Dependency - High Dependency
Monash University
Churchill, VIC01.2003
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Monash University
Churchill, VIC01.1999
Skills
- Team leadership
- Extensive acute pre and post operative nursing
- EMR - Sunrise experience
- Advanced life support accredited
- PICC competent
- IVC competent
- Patient/family focused
- Willingness to listen and learn
- Approachable
- Supportive employee
- Self-motivated
- Strong communication skills
- Clinical leadership
- Compassionate care
- Nursing care planning
- Clinical documentation
- Quality improvement
- Staff management
- Staff scheduling
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Procedure development
- Staff coaching and mentoring
- Strong clinical judgment
Training
- 10/2024: Acute Pain and Opioids: Ward based Management and implications for care
- 10/2023: 2 day Advanced Wound Management Course
- 10/2022 - 02/2023 New and Emerging Leaders Training Program
- 03/2019 Advanced clinical assessment and management of the critically unwell person -2 day clinical deterioration
- 02/2019 Leading and managing others
- 02/2019 Basic ECG interputation
Timeline
Acting Nurse Unit Manager
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
04.2022 - 11.2023
Nurse Unit Manager
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
11.2018 - 12.2018
Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
06.2018 - Current
Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
01.2017 - 06.2018
Registered Nurse Div1
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
02.2009 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse Div1
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
02.2009 - 02.2013
Registered Nurse Div1
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
07.2000 - 01.2018
Graduate Nurse Program
Latrobe Regional Health Service
04.1999 - 07.2000
Enrolled Nurse
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
11.1993 - 03.1996
Graduate Certificate of Nursing - High Dependency - High Dependency
Monash University
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Monash University
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