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RegisteredNurse

Shaune Hrning

Hervey Bay,QLD

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Queensland Health, recognized for enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care and compassionate support. Proficient in medication administration and patient assessments, I excel in critical care environments, advocating for patients while fostering teamwork and mentorship among nursing staff. Committed to continuous professional development and quality improvement initiatives.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Queensland Health
07.2016 - 09.2023

During my time at Hervey Bay Base Hospital, I performed in the following roles :

Acting CN ( Coverage of Holidays}.

Floor Co-Ordinater

Scrub/Scout for :-

Orthopaedic Surgery

Gynaecological Surgery

Maternity Surgery

Emergency Surgery

General Surgery

Gastroentologly Surgery

Urology Surgery

Organ Reterival Surgery

Admissions and Recovery

  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • 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.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Enhanced workflow processes by implementing evidence-based practices in daily nursing activities.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, assessing changes in condition and responding to emergencies effectively.
  • Assisted in training new nursing staff, sharing best practices for patient care and operational efficiency.
  • Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.

Registered Nurse

Hervey Bay Surgical Centre
05.2013 - 07.2016

With my time at Hervey Bay Surgical, I worked in all areas of the Peri-Operative environment, Including Scrub/Scout for :-

Ophthalmology Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

General Surgery

Gastroenterology Surgery

Also I worked as Anaesthetics, Admissions and Recovery during my employment.

  • Enhanced workflow processes by implementing evidence-based practices in daily nursing activities.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.

Registered Nurse

St Stephen's Private Hospital
10.2011 - 03.2013

I was employed at St Stephens as a Peri-Operative Registered Nurse. During my time here, I worked in the following theatres :

Orthopaedic Surgery

General Surgery

Gynaecological Surgery

Gastrological Surgery

Urology Surgery

Dental & Maxillofacial Surgery

Cosmetic Surgery

I also worked in Admissions and recovery areas of the Peri-Operative Enviornment.

  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, assessing changes in condition and responding to emergencies effectively.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of conditions and treatment options.
  • Assisted in training new nursing staff, sharing best practices for patient care and operational efficiency.
  • Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.

Post-Graduate Registered Nurse

Queensland Health
08.2010 - 09.2011

During my first year of Nursing at Rockhampton Base Hospital, I was introduced to all areas of the Peri-Operative environment.

Including :-

Scrub/Scout of the following theatres :

Emergency

Gynaecological

Orthopaedic

Maternity

ENT

General

Urology

Anaesthetics

I also was introduced to and gained experience in admissions and recovery.

During this year, I also spent time in CSSD, learning the equipment and sterility techniques.

  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop patient care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
  • Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
  • Supported infection control measures through proper sanitation techniques.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge base.
  • Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for patients and staff.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Midwifery

University of Southern Queensland.
Hervey Bay, QLD
05-2010

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Patient care
  • Wound care
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient monitoring
  • IV setup
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Care planning
  • Patient management
  • Care plan development
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Physical assessments
  • Patient care planning
  • Patient evaluation
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Licensed RN
  • Taking vitals
  • Critical care
  • Collecting vitals
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Medication distribution
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Precepting
  • Patient discharge
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Team coordination
  • Performing ekgs
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Intake and discharge
  • Emergency response
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Chart updating
  • Vaccine administration
  • Diabetes management
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Procedure preparations
  • Chronic disease management
  • Medical assessment
  • Emergency procedures
  • Treatment Planning
  • Emergency care
  • Administering immunizations
  • Acute care expertise
  • Medical recordkeeping
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Mobility assistance
  • Removing sutures
  • Palliative care awareness
  • Medical records management
  • Managing deadlines
  • Mental health nursing
  • Preventive health
  • Family advocacy
  • Feeding assistance
  • At-risk patient care
  • Medical evaluation
  • Supply restocking
  • Evaluations

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Queensland Health
07.2016 - 09.2023

Registered Nurse

Hervey Bay Surgical Centre
05.2013 - 07.2016

Registered Nurse

St Stephen's Private Hospital
10.2011 - 03.2013

Post-Graduate Registered Nurse

Queensland Health
08.2010 - 09.2011

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Midwifery

University of Southern Queensland.
Shaune Hrning