Shelbie Kelly
Hobart,TAS
Summary
Driven and caring Medication Endorsed Enrolled Nurse with 1.5 years of experience in Acute & Aged care environments. Skilled at conducting patient assessments, developing individualized care plans , IV management, wound care and administering medication. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health. I've completed a Transition to Practise Program in an orthopedic surgical ward, which allowed me to gain and develop numerous nursing skills which further benefit my nursing career.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Enrolled Nurse - Transition to Practise
Ramsay Health Care - The Avenue Hospital
Melbourne, VIC
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Post-operative care; wound dressings, medication administration, infection prevention, DVT prophylaxis prevention, neurovascular observations and monitoring of vital signs.
- Documented all relevant information regarding patient's medical history, allergies. prior to surgery.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Enrolled Nurse Medication Endorsed
Uniting Agewell
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis, neurological conditions and processes, treatments and expected outcomes.
Extended Care Assistant
Uniting Agewell - Strathglen Nursing Home
10.2017 - 09.2022
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Assisted patients with ADL's (activities of daily living).
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Nursing Student Clinical Placement
Millbrook Rise Centre
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Noted changes in patient condition by notifying and assisting nurses in handling patient care needs.
- Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.
Nursing Student Clinical Placement
Royal Hobart Hospital - 7A Medical Specialities
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Measured and recorded blood pressure, temperature and respirations.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Medication Administration
- IV Management
- Wound Care
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Nursing Student Clinical Placement
Royal Hobart Hospital - Palliative/Transitional Care
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
Customer Service
McDonald’s, Moonah
04.2013 - 11.2021
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
Education
Diploma of Nursing -
Health Education Research Centre
07.2022
Certificate III Individual Support -
Work & Training
10.2017
Years 11-12
Claremont College
2014
Years 7-10
Jordan River Learning Federation
12.2012
Kindergarten - Year 6
Bridgewater Primary School
2008
Skills
- Patient Care and Education
- Medication Administration
- Iv Management
- Wound Management
- Accurate Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Compassionate and Caring
- Time Management
- Respectful and Compassionate
References
Lisa Wagner
Nurse Unit Manager - The Avenue Hospital, Patterson Ward
Phone: 0410 739 275
Email: WagnerL@ramseyhealth.com.au
Sarah Williams
Advanced Enrolled Nurse
Email: sezz77aus@yahoo.com.au
Mobile: 0412 348 469
Kelly Burridge
Registered Nurse
Email: kellyjburridge@hotmail.com
Mobile: 0488 444 742
Ashlee Wallace
Registered Nurse/Clinical Coach
Email: ashlee.wallace@ths.tas.gov.au
Mobile: 0414 185 917
Rebecca Ilie
Registered Nurse/Nurse Educator
Email: rebecca.ilie@herc.tas.edu.au
Mobile: 0408 363 576
Timeline
Enrolled Nurse - Transition to Practise
Ramsay Health Care - The Avenue Hospital
04.2023 - 03.2024
Enrolled Nurse Medication Endorsed
Uniting Agewell
09.2022 - 03.2023
Nursing Student Clinical Placement
Millbrook Rise Centre
06.2022 - 07.2022
Nursing Student Clinical Placement
Royal Hobart Hospital - 7A Medical Specialities
05.2022 - 06.2022
Nursing Student Clinical Placement
Royal Hobart Hospital - Palliative/Transitional Care
04.2022 - 05.2022
Extended Care Assistant
Uniting Agewell - Strathglen Nursing Home
10.2017 - 09.2022
Customer Service
McDonald’s, Moonah
04.2013 - 11.2021
Diploma of Nursing -
Health Education Research Centre
Certificate III Individual Support -
Work & Training
Years 11-12
Claremont College
Years 7-10
Jordan River Learning Federation
Kindergarten - Year 6
Bridgewater Primary School
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