Sarah Ryan

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with progressive career history in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and respectful attitude.

• Nursing Internship, Operating Theatre (Internship rotation 2), 08/26/19, 09/22/19, 320, Nambour General Hospital
• Nursing Internship, Acute and Restorative Care for the Elderly (Internship rotation 1), 07/29/19, 08/25/19, 320, Nambour General Hospital
• Medical Assessment and Planning Unit, 2019, 1 week, 40, Nambour General Hospital
• Surgical Decisions Unit and Orthopaedics, 2019, 3 weeks, 120, Sunshine Coast University Public Hospital
• Respiratory and Infectious Diseases, 2018, 3 weeks, 120, Sunshine Coast University Hospital
• Aged Care, 2017, 8 weeks, 120, Estia Health Nambour
• Aged Care, 2016, 2 days per week for 5 weeks, 60, Tricare Kawana Waters Aged Care Residence

• Advancement and consolidation of clinical nursing skills whilst working on specialty wards including respiratory and infectious disease, surgical decisions unit, orthopaedics, medical assessment and planning unit and acute and restorative care for the elderly
• Development of a strong understanding of, and respect for, all Service and facility policies, procedures and routines to ensure that all tasks are completed within scope of practice and to exacting standards
• Utilisation of clinical skills and knowledge to compose, implement and evaluate patient care plans across a range of practice areas
• Collaboration, as an active team member, within a multidisciplinary team including nurses, doctors, pharmacists, dieticians and physiotherapists to deliver evidenced-based patient care tailored to individual needs
• Application of strong attention to detail and thorough approach whilst collecting and documenting client data including admission assessments, care planning, progress notes and discharge notes
• Incorporation of a holistic approach within patient care, paying attention to physiological, psychological, social, developmental, spiritual and cultural factors that affect patient care
• Administration of medications ensuring the type, dosage and timing are doubled-checked prior to administration and relevant documentation immediately completed in detail
• Development of a thorough understanding of the Australian Charter of Healthcare Rights including patient access to: safe, high quality health care, respect, dignity and consideration, information about health care services, the right to participate in care decisions, privacy
• Application of a friendly, relatable manner whilst providing care and support to individuals with cognitive impairments
• Completion of daily shift planners to develop effective time management skills and prioritise patient care
• Delegation of care where necessary to ensure all patient needs are met in a timely manner

• Binish Rajan, Nurse Unit Manager, Nambour General Hospital, Sunshine Coast, 07 5470 6777, binish.rajan@health.qld.gov.au
• Jose Ladra, Registered Nurse, Sunshine Coast University Hospital, Sunshine Coast, 0434089302, jeladra123@yahoo.com