Shelley Martin
Denmark,WA
Summary
A dedicated nurse with over 15 years clinical experience in Surgical, High Dependency, Emergency, Medical, Primary Care and Regional and Community Health. Demonstrated leader and valuable team player. Adept at collaborative and autonomous working with the ability to adapt accordingly. A leader for change and maintaining high levels of nursing and medical excellence. Calm under pressure with excellent diplomacy, negotiation, and de-escalation skills. A talented educator to all nursing and multi-disciplinary team members able to tailor information dependent on the knowledge base of the audience. Recognised mentor to nursing staff and students advocating and guiding colleagues to career pathways. Committed to furthering my career through education and hands on skills
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in 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, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Practice Nurse
Denmark Family Practice
09.2019 - Current
- Educated patients about prescribed medications'' proper use and potential side effects for increased adherence rates and safety measures taken into account.
- Maintained constant communication with physician and other members of care team
- Skin cancer Management
- Skin cancer procedure assisting
- Aged care planning
- Database management
- Stock control
- Policy and procedure management
- Staff Training
- Acute care management and escalation
- Accreditation activities
- Perioperative care
- Referral management
- Conflict resolution
- Administered immunizations and managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to determine patient needs and develop care plans.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management and preventive healthcare practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and streamline workflows.
- Oversaw daily clinic operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in clinical procedures and patient interaction techniques.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient satisfaction and reduced wait times.
- Developed training materials for new staff, focusing on operational efficiency and patient safety protocols.
- Utilized electronic health records systems effectively for accurate data entry, retrieval, and communication among healthcare team members.
- Conducted immunization clinics, contributing to improved community health outcomes through disease prevention efforts.
- Conducted regular audits of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted patient care delivery.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during medical procedures, alleviating anxiety and discomfort.
- Served as a trusted resource to patients and families, addressing concerns and answering questions related to their healthcare journey.
Clinical Facilitator
Notre Dame University/ Curtin University
01.2014 - Current
- Metro/ Regional / Rural student management
- Facilitated clinical practice sessions, enhancing student engagement and practical skill development.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching methodologies to improve learning outcomes.
- Mentored nursing students, providing guidance and support throughout clinical placements.
- Evaluated student performance using formative assessments to ensure competency in clinical skills.
- Analyzed feedback from students and stakeholders to refine educational programs continuously.
- Mentored new healthcare professionals, fostering an environment of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Helped address client complaints through timely corrective actions and appropriate referrals.
- Facility liaison
- Simulation evaluation
- Referral to support services
- Conflict resolution/Mediation
- Completion and grading of NCAS booklets
- Pebble management
- Mentor/ Preceptor
- Developed and implemented clinical education programs for nursing students, enhancing practical skills and knowledge retention.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
Clinical Nurse, Emergency/Acute /Aged Care, Out Patient
Denmark Health Service
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Duties
- Emergency/ Acute Department Clinical lead
- Triage/ Mental health triage
- Emergency Telehealth Service
- Multi trauma management
- Palliative care
- ECG performance and interpretation
- Performance management
- De-escalation techniques and timely escalation to appropriate services
- Bladder and bowel management. IDC, SPC, Stoma
- Iron /Blood transfusion
- Cardioversion
- Complex wound management (VAC dressings, Ulcers, Complex skin tears)
- Health care assessments (Asthma/ Diabetes/ over 75/ DVLA)
- In Patient /outpatient diabetic management
- Ambulance/RFDS transfers as sole medical personal
- Pain management
- Staff management/ Appraisals/ Performance Management
- Stock control
- In Patient/ Outpatient referrals and telehealth facilitation, management and assessment
- Staff/ Patient education
- Administered patient assessments and developed individualized care plans to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for diverse patient populations.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
- Implemented infection control protocols, improving compliance rates and ensuring patient safety standards were met.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing potential errors in patient care.
- Conducted quality assurance audits, identifying areas for improvement and driving initiatives to elevate care standards.
- Led training sessions on new medical technologies, promoting integration into daily nursing practice for improved service delivery.
- Advocated for patients' needs, ensuring effective communication between healthcare providers and families throughout treatment journeys.
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
- Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of complex medical conditions, facilitating timely interventions to prevent complications.
- Led health promotion initiatives within community, raising awareness on critical health issues and prevention methods.
- Provided clinical oversight and support to health care teams.
Clinical Nurse Pain Management
Fiona Stanley Hospital
10.2015 - 08.2018
- Duties
- Acute post-operative pain management
- Obstetric pain management, initiating nurse led pain rounds in obstetrics
- Chronic pain case management
- Triage inpatient referrals
- Motivational interviewing
- Telephone consultation pain/ smoking cessation
- WEBPAS management
- Updating Digital Medical Records
- Clinical assessment
- Advocate for patient care
- Regional anesthesia service
- DATIX CIMS investigation and actioning
- Pain management consultations
- Clinical audits
- Quality Improvement
- Clinical problem solving/trouble shooting patient based
- PCA/ Regional and Epidural Management
- Patient /Staff education
- Service advocacy and networking
- Policy and protocol design and implementation
- Data Base analysis/ management
- Commencing Smoking Cessation brief intervention program
- Patient Blood Management
- Multiple site Pain service study day
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for diverse patient populations.
Clinical Nurse, Nurse Specials Unit and High Dependency
Fremantle Hospital
08.2011 - 11.2015
- Duties
- Shift coordination
- Assessment and management of the critically ill patient
- High dependency outreach service
- Respiratory assessment
- Cardiac, Invasive and respiratory monitoring
- Clinical management of patients and patient discharge planning
- Complex wound management
- Pain management (regional, epidural, patient and nurse controlled)
- Staff and patient education and development
- Quality improvement auditing
- Clinical pathway and care plan management
- Staff appraisals/ performance management
- Policy and protocol review
Registered Nurse
Royal Perth Hospital
01.2008 - 08.2011
- Duties
- Medical, Surgical, Day Surgery, Emergency
- Patient care
- Delirium/dementia management
- Pre post-surgical care
- Cardiac monitoring
- Patient transfer
- Completion of Royal Perth Hospital Graduate program
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Napier University
Edinburgh01.2007
Skills
- Health enhancement initiatives
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Infection management techniques
- Vaccination program coordination
- Mental health support
- Smoking cessation counseling
- Wound care expertise
- Chronic disease management
- Electronic health record navigation
- Nutritional counseling
- Geriatric nursing care
- Palliative care provision
- Cancer screening awareness
- Patient and family advocacy
- Team coordination
- Complex Problem-solving
Accomplishments
Digital transformer for APNA, educating patients and staff about changes in digital health
Certification
- Immunisation Certificate 2023
- Cert IV training and assessing – currently studying
- Managing digital change in general practice- current
Continuing Professional Education
- Cardiac, Emergency Management
- Critical Airway and Respiratory Management
- Blood Safe Modules
- Family and domestic violence
- Suicide prevention
- Dementia and Delirium
- Record keeping
- Sepsis
- Cardiac emergency pathway
- Wound management
- IDC management
- Eczema and dermatitis management
- Fluid management of post-operative patient
- STEPS
- Next Step Drug and alcohol programs
- Pre-Eclampsia management
- Respiratory Medicine 3-day Course
- 6-week Intensive ICU/HAD Up skilling course
- Diabetes management of the pre-operative and post-operative patient
- Advanced 12 lead ECG’s
- Fluid balance management
- Intercostal Catheter and surgical drains education
- Liverpool care Pathway Palliative education
- Stoma care education Complex wound management education
- Burns management
Professional and Clinical Activities
- Assisted with Accreditation activities for hospital and GP surgery and upskilling of staff
- Medication Safety Portfolio
- Deteriorating Patient Portfolio
- Communication for Safety Portfolio
- Palliative Care Champion
- Quality Improvement Nurse
- Wound Link Nurse
- Blood products champion
- Year 10 career day lecture Living Waters Baptist College
- Chair for Rockingham Early Learning Centre 2016-2018
- Clinical Lead COVID vaccination role out
Timeline
Senior Practice Nurse
Denmark Family Practice
09.2019 - Current
Clinical Nurse, Emergency/Acute /Aged Care, Out Patient
Denmark Health Service
08.2018 - 09.2019
Clinical Nurse Pain Management
Fiona Stanley Hospital
10.2015 - 08.2018
Clinical Facilitator
Notre Dame University/ Curtin University
01.2014 - Current
Clinical Nurse, Nurse Specials Unit and High Dependency
Fremantle Hospital
08.2011 - 11.2015
Registered Nurse
Royal Perth Hospital
01.2008 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Napier University
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