Shae McCunnie
Broken Hill,NSW
Summary
Compassionate Midwife with 13 years of midwifery and birthing experience. Skilled in providing thorough healthcare to mothers and babies including prenatal, intrapartum and postpartum care. Knowledgeable about woman-centred care and committed to individualised patient care.
Experience in teaching and mentoring student midwives and providing senior support. Demonstrated leadership in delivering training to colleagues and staff.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Midwife Specialist Grade 1
Broken Hill Hospital - Maternity Unit
06.2013 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and comprehensive care throughout pregnancy, labour, and postpartum periods.
- Taught childbirth preparation classes to expectant parents.
- Demonstrated exceptional clinical skills in management of labor induction, augmentation, and assisted vaginal deliveries while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Improved clinical outcomes for mothers and newborns by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Streamlined the childbirth process by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams during high-risk deliveries.
- Provided prenatal care by monitoring mother and baby health, identifying potential health concerns and providing advice to support mothers.
- Followed professional standards and guidelines by adhering to ethical and legal guidelines and maintaining continued education certifications.
- Co-managed high-risk pregnancies and assisted in delivery of multiples.
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Kept accurate medical records by documenting patient prenatal care, labor and delivery and postpartum care.
- Assessed fetal distress during labor and delivery and provided appropriate interventions.
- Provided culturally sensitive care to diverse populations, ensuring all patients received optimal support throughout their pregnancy journey.
- Boosted patient confidence in their ability to breastfeed through supportive guidance, encouragement, and evidence-based practices.
- Provided valuable mentorship to student midwives, sharing knowledge and expertise to foster their professional growth.
- Safeguarded newborn health by performing routine screenings and administering necessary vaccinations according to established protocols.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall standard of care provided within the Maternity unit.
Student Midwife/Registered Midwife
Broken Hill Hospital - Maternity Unit
06.2010 - 06.2013
- Assisted in births
- Assessed fetal distress during labor and delivery and provided appropriate interventions.
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Advocated for mothers' rights and choices to make informed decisions about care by respecting human autonomy.
- Provided continuous one-on-one care during labor to enhance patient satisfaction with the birthing experience.
- Contributed to a positive work environment within the midwifery team by fostering open communication and mutual respect among colleagues.
- Guided new parents through the transition into parenthood by providing emotional support, practical advice, and hands-on assistance where needed.
- Assisted with postpartum care and provided guidance on postpartum recovery.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in accordance with professional and legal requirements.
- Promoted informed choice through client-centered education sessions on topics such as pregnancy wellness, birth options, infant feeding choices, and postpartum self-care strategies.
Registered Nurse - New Graduate
Broken Hill Hospital - Surgical Ward
02.2010 - 06.2010
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Education
No Degree - Post Graduate Diploma of Midwifery
Charles Sturt University
Wagga Wagga, NSW06.2011
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA12.2009
Skills
- Prenatal education
- Emergency Response
- Prenatal care
- Continuing Education Commitment
- Antenatal screening
- Medication Administration
- Routine midwifery care
- Breastfeeding support
- Labour and birth care
- Postnatal care
- Mentoring students
- Teaching students
- Educating staff
Certification
- Childbirth Education, Birth International - [Timeframe]
- ALSO, [Company Name] - 2018
- Fetal and Maternal Safety, Broken Hill - 2023
- Maternal obesity and OP positions - 2014
-
Timeline
Clinical Midwife Specialist Grade 1
Broken Hill Hospital - Maternity Unit
06.2013 - Current
Student Midwife/Registered Midwife
Broken Hill Hospital - Maternity Unit
06.2010 - 06.2013
Registered Nurse - New Graduate
Broken Hill Hospital - Surgical Ward
02.2010 - 06.2010
No Degree - Post Graduate Diploma of Midwifery
Charles Sturt University
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Flinders University
- Childbirth Education, Birth International - [Timeframe]
- ALSO, [Company Name] - 2018
- Fetal and Maternal Safety, Broken Hill - 2023
- Maternal obesity and OP positions - 2014
-
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