Sarah Masterson

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle challenging patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Babinda Multi-Purpose Health Centre, QLD, 2022, 120 hours.

Age Care, Medical Ward and Medical Centre.

Established Comprehensive Assessments and Collaborates with The Healthcare Team to Promote Person-centred Care. Worked alongside the Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department by conducting initial observations and note-taking. Recognised And Responded to Patient Deterioration. 

Supervisors Comment Sarah presents as a conscientious and caring nursing student. She communicates well with colleagues and does not hesitate to ask questions and clarify matters. She has a professional approach when interacting with patients and their families. She takes every opportunity to learn new skills and consolidate with others, Sarah links theory to practice and delivers safe nursing care. Lisa Frith. Clinical Supervisor

Atherton Hospital, QLD, 2022, 120 hours.

Medical Ward, Surgical Ward and Emergency Department. 

Successfully completed admission and discharge paperwork. Provided patients with education prior to being discharged from the hospital. Skillfully prepared IV, oral, and tropical medications and safely administered. Gained knowledge surrounding patient emergency transfers and safe patient transportation. 

Supervisors Comment  Sarah communicates well with patients and staff and collaborates with her RN to plan care for positive health outcomes for the patient. She develops a rapport with her allocated patients. She discusses patients care for discharge and follow-ups; Sarah has experienced complex discharge planning of a patient requiring ongoing care at home. Pamela Rutledge. Clinical Supervisor.

Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Services, QLD, 2023, 240 hours. 

Coronary Care Unit (CCU) and Cardiac Ward.

Performed cardiac assessments, including heart sounds, peripheral and apical pulses for the rhythm, rate and amplitude; and skin perfusion.  Prepared and provided education to patients going for a stent, angiograms and pacemakers.  

Supervisors Comment Sarah is capable to handle unexpected scenarios in the nursing profession.  She practices early escalation when patient deterioration happens. Paula Arizala. Clinical Supervisor. 

Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Services, QLD, 2024, 320 hours.

Medical Assessment Unit. 

Performed head to toe assessments.  Established critical thinking and applying it to practice.  Followed policies and procedures for strokes and blood products. Administering insulin medication and following the standard guidelines for diabetics.  

Supervisors Comment Sarah has shown the ability to provide accurate and timely documentation reflective of patients clinical changes.  The Medical Assessment Unit has provided a platform to fine tune Sarah's fundamental patient assessment skills. Clare Hunter. Clinical Supervisor 

Nursing And Midwifery Board AHPRA NWM0002339971

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate 

First Aid Certificate

Working With Children Card: 1722725/2

NDIS Worker Screening Clearance: 61360359

National Police Check

Mask Fit Test

Grace Thomas

Line manager

Cairns And Hinterland Hospital and Health Service

0413098478

gpika@bigpondu.com

Sharon Hanney

Nurse Unit Manager

Gordonvale Memorial Hospital

0740433100

Sharon.hanney@health.qld.gov.au