Sally Gates

• Supported patient flow through the ED
• Coordinated appropriate and efficient delivery of healthcare services to promote optimal outcomes by assessing and matching unmet needs with referrals and support services.
• Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care.
• Scheduled appointments, educational meetings, and follow-ups for patients and family members.
• Built partnerships with local agencies and groups to assist with patient care, support or educational needs.
• Facilitated timely access to care by coordinating appointments and assessment for patients across various healthcare systems.
• Reduced hospital readmissions by proactively identifying high-risk patients and implementing targeted interventions.
• Promoted evidence-based practice within the nursing team, contributing to improved quality of care delivery.
• Established strong relationships with community organisations and healthcare providers to expand the network of support for patients.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient care and support services.

Setting up the new Consultation Liaison Service at Logan Hospital

Building and implementing the current model of care.

Acute assessment in crisis settlings

Care co ordination

Stakeholder liaison

Referral facilitation

Consultation Liaison Service

School Based Youth Health Nurse- Park Ridge State High School

Ward 2A - Adolescent Mental Health Unit

F Floor - Adolescent Mental Health Unit

Surgical wards

Acute Mental Health unit

Drug and alcohol nursing

Dispensing methadone in clinic and outreach.

Outreach drug and alcohol supports

Springe and needle exchange duties

Psychoeducation

Motivational interviewing

General nursing duties as a beginning practitioner in medical/surgical wards