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Sacha Clarke

Nirimba

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional, having worked in acute hospital settings my entire career. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Reliable and adaptable with a broad skillset across diverse patient populations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse Midwife

Queensland Health
04.2024 - Current
  • Provided emotional support to families coping with miscarriages or other pregnancy-related issues, fostering resilience during challenging times.
  • Assisted physicians with caesarean deliveries, contributing to safe outcomes for mother and baby.
  • Provided comprehensive breastfeeding education for new mothers, encouraging successful nursing relationships.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with childbirth experiences through compassionate support during labor and delivery.
  • Conducted newborn assessments, identifying potential health concerns and initiating early interventions if necessary.
  • Coordinated postpartum follow-up visits to monitor both maternal recovery and newborn growth milestones accurately.
  • Enhanced patient care by effectively managing and monitoring labor, delivery, and postpartum processes.
  • Promoted family-centered care by involving parents in the decision-making process throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum periods.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of midwifery care.
  • Administered medications as prescribed to ensure the well-being of mothers and newborns during labor, delivery, and postpartum stages.
  • Advocated for mothers' rights and choices to make informed decisions about care by respecting human autonomy.
  • Provided prenatal care by monitoring mother and baby health, identifying potential health concerns and providing advice to support mothers.
  • Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
  • Performed neonatal assessments by checking baby's vital signs and performing physical exams to determine overall health at birth.
  • Administered pain medication during deliveries to keep mothers comfortable and safe during delivery.
  • Maintained detailed medical records for accurate documentation of patient care and progress throughout the perinatal period.

Registered Nurse / Student Midwife

NSW Health
02.2023 - 02.2024

· Working across all areas of maternity including antenatal care, assessment of woman, labour and birthing and postnatal care

· Attending scheduled outpatient and outreach appointments

· Providing pre and post operative care to woman who have had Gynecological or Obstetric procedures.

· Attending observations including vital signs, BGL.s, neurological, post anesthetic monitoring.

· Assessment and management of pain, wounds, drains, IDC’s, IVC’s. IVT

· Administration of medication

· Attending and assisting with ADL’s

· Documentation, initiating referrals to multidisciplinary teams as identified.

Registered Nurse / Enrolled Nurse

Calvary Public Hospital Bruce
03.2019 - 07.2023
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
  • Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
  • Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
  • Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Enrolled Nurse / Assistant in Nursing

RSL LifeCare
04.2017 - 03.2019
  • Assisted nursing staff in delivering patient care, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, enhancing timely interventions.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity during treatment.
  • Supported daily living activities for patients to enhance their quality of life.
  • Documented patient information accurately to maintain up-to-date medical records.
  • Assisted in medical procedures and examinations to streamline healthcare processes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare team members.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, maintaining accuracy and ensuring patient safety.
  • Assisted in wound care management, following established procedures to minimize risk of infection and promote proper healing.

Education

Post-Graduate Certificate - Midwifery

Charles Sturt University
Wagga Wagga, NSW
01-2024

Bachelor - Nursing

Australian National University
Canberra, ACT
01-2021

Diploma - Nursing

Canberra Institute of Tech
Canberra, ACT
01-2018

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Reliability
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Wound Management
  • Medical record-keeping

Timeline

Registered Nurse Midwife

Queensland Health
04.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse / Student Midwife

NSW Health
02.2023 - 02.2024

Registered Nurse / Enrolled Nurse

Calvary Public Hospital Bruce
03.2019 - 07.2023

Enrolled Nurse / Assistant in Nursing

RSL LifeCare
04.2017 - 03.2019

Post-Graduate Certificate - Midwifery

Charles Sturt University

Bachelor - Nursing

Australian National University

Diploma - Nursing

Canberra Institute of Tech
Sacha Clarke