Sarah-Jane McGrath
Avoca,QLD
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and medication administration. Committed to enhancing community health through education and quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Community
Blue Care
Millbank, QLD
04.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with GPs, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to create tailored treatment plans enhancing patient care.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop individualized care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on self-management, prevention, and wellness, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Delivered medications and treatments per established guidelines.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced departmental practices and patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Registered Nurse, Palliative care & Acute Medical
QLD Health
Eight Mile Plains, QLD
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare teams to ensure timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create effective patient care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests, accurately interpreting results for optimal care.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge procedures, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Maintained precise patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering resilience during challenging situations.
- Ensured strict compliance with infection control standards in all interactions.
Assistant in Nursing
QLD Health
, QLD
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, shaving, and oral hygiene.
- Responded promptly to call lights and attended to patient needs efficiently.
- Assisted nursing staff during medical procedures and routine tasks, contributing to team efficiency.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for proper tracking.
- Communicated care plans effectively to patients and families to foster understanding.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to promote quality patient care across services.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety in patient environments, upholding health standards.
- Offered emotional support and companionship to patients, fostering comfort during recovery.
Senior Sales Assistant
Merlaway Ptd Ltd
Cannon Hill, QLD
07.2013 - 12.2021
- Guided customers in product selection and addressed inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Resolved customer complaints through effective communication, improving customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team to improve customer service strategies.
- Trained new staff on company policies and effective sales techniques.
- Organized sales floor and created appealing inventory displays to attract customers.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to ensure stock availability.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD12-2023
Aesthetics And Dermal Science - Aesthetics And Dermal Science
Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science
Perth, WA04-2026
Skills
- Patient assessment and care planning
- Medication administration
- Infection control measures
- Electronic health records management
- Patient education
- Health education and community outreach
- Critical thinking skills
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
- AHPRA registered Current
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Community
Blue Care
04.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Palliative care & Acute Medical
QLD Health
01.2024 - 02.2025
Assistant in Nursing
QLD Health
01.2022 - 01.2024
Senior Sales Assistant
Merlaway Ptd Ltd
07.2013 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of Southern Queensland
Aesthetics And Dermal Science - Aesthetics And Dermal Science
Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science