Samantha Vella
Wollongong,NSW
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse specialised in critical care settings. Known for high productivity and efficiency in fast-paced environments. Skilled in patient assessment, implementing appropriate interventions and patient education. Excels with communication, teamwork, continuous learning and problem-solving to deliver exceptional person centred care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
The Wollongong Hospital
02.2022 - Current
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures and provided post care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care outcomes were achieved.
- Provided patient care according to established NSW Health standards and protocols for the district.
- Provided the administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, following the five rights, and monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for appropriate nursing interventions.
- Participated in educational activities such as Advance Life Support Course, Ventilation Study Day, Tracheostomy Study Day and Preceptoring Course.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with a wide range of acute conditions in a high-volume emergency department.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
- Monitored patient vital signs and symptoms, responding rapidly to changes in condition, and initiating appropriate interventions and escalation.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Documented all patient interactions, assessments, and interventions in electronic health records with accuracy.
Aged Care Worker
Nurses Wollongong
07.2020 - 02.2021
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic care, and assisted with individualized care plans.
- prioritisation skills
- Maintained records of client care plans and progress notes.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving elderly clients.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Assisted with activities of daily living, and manual handling.
- developed therapeutic relationships
Customer Service Emp
Kmart
02.2019 - 02.2021
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Mentored junior team members and managed employee relationships.
- Answered incoming calls and emails, providing frontline customer support or assistance with product and service transactions.
- Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
Education
BBA - Registered Nursing
The University of Wollongong
11-2021
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Patient care coordination
- Clinical protocol adherence
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Proceptoring New Grads and junior staff members
- Adult Basic and Advanced life support
- Emergency Department Resusitation trained
- Basic ECG interpretation
- Running COACHED and evaluating rhythms
- Basic ventilation support
- Cannulation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
The Wollongong Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Aged Care Worker
Nurses Wollongong
07.2020 - 02.2021
Customer Service Emp
Kmart
02.2019 - 02.2021
BBA - Registered Nursing
The University of Wollongong
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