Sharon Shumba
Nambour,Australia
Summary
- Registered nurse with experience seeking a challenge to develop skills and coordinate best practice in a clinical setting. My goal is to ensure patients’ needs are met by engaging families and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure excellent service delivery and positive outcomes for patients.
- Medication administration, wound management as per protocol.
- Documentation, communication, and actioning patient events ensuring optimum patient outcomes.
- Evaluation of interventions
- Risk assessment and management
- Work independently and interdependently assuming accountability and responsibility for my actions
- Staff allocation and supervision of Enrolled nurses, Assistant Nurses, and orderlies.
- Sound clinical practice which ensures optimum patient outcomes by monitoring, maintaining procedures in line with best practice. Collaboration within multidisciplinary team ensuring effective communication for positive patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthopaedic Nurse
Queensland Health
08.2022 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, assessing and monitoring orthopedic conditions for optimal recovery.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and physician orders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients post-surgery.
- Educated patients and families on postoperative care, rehabilitation protocols, and safety measures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided direct patient care for preoperative and postoperative orthopedic patients.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions.
- Educated patients on recovery protocols and pain management strategies.
- Led training sessions for junior nursing staff on best practices in orthopedic care.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance patient flow within orthopedic unit.
- Coordinated discharge planning, ensuring continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Conducted regular audits to maintain compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of orthopedic nursing best practices through continuing education courses and professional organization memberships.
- Elevated patient care standards by participating in regular auditing activities within the orthopedic unit to identify areas for improvement.
- Expedited surgical scheduling processes by liaising between physicians'' offices, insurance providers, and hospital administration teams.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop holistic care plans addressing physical, emotional, and social needs of patients.
- Increased patient adherence to treatment plans through clear communication and engagement in shared decisionmaking.
- Ensured continuity of care by maintaining accurate documentation and effectively communicating updates to other healthcare professionals.
- Managed complex patient caseloads with a focus on prioritizing needs and coordinating resources to optimize outcomes.
- Assisted surgeons during orthopedic procedures, ensuring efficient and safe operations.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a positive learning environment for professional growth.
- Contributed to overall hospital performance by participating in quality improvement initiatives targeting orthopedic services.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing individualized rehabilitation plans and monitoring progress.
- Facilitated smooth discharge planning through close coordination with case managers, therapists, and family members.
- Streamlined the admission process by efficiently gathering medical history and performing initial assessments on new patients.
- Developed and delivered in-service training sessions for nursing staff on topics such as wound care, pain management, and orthopedic equipment usage.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights with strict adherence to HIPAA regulations throughout all interactions.
- Promoted a safe environment with diligent infection control measures and strict compliance with safety protocols.
- Provided emotional support for patients coping with chronic pain or facing complex surgeries, enhancing their overall wellbeing.
- Reduced recovery time for patients by providing timely post-operative care and pain management.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with comprehensive pre-surgical assessments and education on expectations.
- Optimized resource utilization by managing supplies inventory, anticipating needs, and minimizing waste in the orthopedic unit.
- Supported pain management through administration of therapeutic massage and prescribed medications.
- Took patient vital signs, prepared and administered medications at physician direction and monitored patient symptoms and comfortability.
- Educated patients and caregivers on nature of diagnosis and specifics of treatment plans.
- Assisted patients in execution of physical therapy exercises and interventions, providing both physical and motivational support.
- Supported physician diagnosis by communicating with patients regarding symptoms, medical histories and notable events relating to ailments.
- Administered nursing care to patients with musculoskeletal disorders and degenerative conditions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Registered Nurse
Caloundra Hospital and Casual Pool
05.2022 - Current
- Telehealth patient admission, review and discharge
- Triaging patients without visual assessment using good communication skills.
- Clinical review of medication and medical history
- Symptom assessment and health education management.
- Following guidelines to screen patients for antivirals.
- Providing counselling and care.
- Documentation of vital signs and medical data
Registered Nurse
Queensland health Nambour General Hospital
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Compliance with national safety and quality standards
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to work as a team
- Adhering to PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) protocols
- Carrying out Covid swab collection as directed.
- Assuming responsibility and accountability for own actions and safe nursing practices
- Adhering to Infection control measures
Registered Nurse
Sundale Gardens Village, James Grimes care Centre
04.2016 - 06.2022
- Flexible, positive, and willing to work on rotating roster.
- Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care to patients.
- Liaising with other members of the multidisciplinary team coordinating patients’ care.
- Supervision of non-clinical staff and clinical staff
- Advocating for patients and excellent customer service skills.
- Review of care plans and evaluate specific patients’ care. Individual care planning and patient centered care.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Risk assessment and management plan
- Able to work in a team environment.
- Appropriate decision making and well-developed analytical skills
- Compliance with national safety and quality standards
- Able to solve problem quickly and effectively
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
Charles Darwin University
Darwin, Australia03.2016
Skills
Vacc and Pico dressings
Exfix care
Traction care
PICC dressings
Catheterisation
Professional development
- Responsive behavior management -
- Dysphagia Management
- Workplace conduct, bullying and harassment – January
- Insertion of subcutaneous needle clinical competency and syringe drive competency-
- Cytotoxic Management –
- End of life Symptomatic management
- Palliative care approach –
- Pain Management policies
Timeline
Orthopaedic Nurse
Queensland Health
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Caloundra Hospital and Casual Pool
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Queensland health Nambour General Hospital
01.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
Sundale Gardens Village, James Grimes care Centre
04.2016 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
Charles Darwin University