Shirley Woodhouse
Happy Valley,SA
Summary
Reliable and hardworking, graduating in 2023 as a Registered Nurse with student placement experience in vascular/urology and both community and In-patient acute Mental Health.
My goal is to continue to use my education, skills, and collaborative spirit to build on my experience as a student Registered Nurse, and continue to grow both personally and professionally as I transition into the new role as a Registered nurse.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Enrolled Nurse
Royal Adelaide Hospital
09.2013 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA12.2023
Diploma of Nursing (Division 2 Nursing/Hlt51607) - Diploma of Nursing
RDNS - Silver Chain
Richmond, SA 05.2013
Skills
- Performing comprehensive wound assessment and effective management of both chronic and acute surgical wounds Compounded by an extensive knowledge of various types of dressing products and techniques, including the application of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
- Assisting in the management of complex head and neck surgeries, including airway management and the management of the patient with an artificial airway
- Adhering to relevant infection control policies and procedures
- Performing patient risk assessments that will aid in the prevention of pressure injuries both on admission and as clinically indicated, such as functional level, Braden scale and comprehensive skin assessment
- Advanced knowledge in post-operative monitoring and management of free flaps and revascularisation, including microvascular observations
- Effectively managing a full patient load, ensuring all patient care needs are met and utilising effective time management
- Assisting in new admissions and discharge planning
- Always working within the scope of an Enrolled Nurse whilst under the direct and in-direct supervision of a Registered Nurse
Affiliations
• Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) – Registration Number: NMW0001829538
• The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation of South Australia
Member Number: 169095
Bachelor of Nursing - Placements
STUDENT NURSE – Royal Adelaide Hospital: 2G Acute Mental Health Unit
September - November (320 hours) -Reference available
- Enthusiastic learner and Proactive
- Cared for individuals with a variety of diagnoses such as psychosis, mania, depression and anxiety and personality disorders, within a 24- bed open acute Mental Health Unit
- Researched mental Health specific medications, diagnoses and developing a greater understanding of language used in the Mental Health setting, in particular mental state examination terminology
- Developed an understanding for trauma informed care and holistic approach
- Maintained professionalism within my scope of practice
- Managed 4 patients load under supervision of a registered nurse, including providing a comprehensive handover
STUDENT NURSE – KANGAROO ISLAND COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE (RURAL AND COMMUNITY)MARCH – MAY 2023 (320 hours–Acute) - Reference available
· Built knowledge on how the community mental health team functions.
· Observed mental health assessments conducted by mental health nurses with clients.
· Observed Psychiatry assessments via tele-health.
· Under supervision of a Registered Nurse, completed NOCC, risk assessments, mental state examinations and K10 calculations.
· Developed skills on documentation of psychiatric situations (under supervision).
· Completed referrals to other services and work alongside non-government organisations to seek out food and clothes for consumers in need (under supervision).
STUDENT NURSE - FLINDERS HOSPITAL 6C WING 6: VASCULAR/UROLOGY
JANUARY 2023 (160 hours–Acute)
· Independently performed wound care and assessments, with a Registered Nurses supervision
· Developed therapeutic nurse to patient communication skills and built therapeutic relationships as a student nurse.
· Continue to further develop on the broad types of dressings and their applications to vascular patients
· Worked alongside the wound consultant to complete a complex chronic vascular wounds.
· Preformed diabetes management and education under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
· Assisted in supervised pre and post operative care.
· Preparing, administering and documenting of the safe Intravenous and subcutaneous under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
· Supervision of maintaining comprehensive fluid balance charts and gaining education in bladder irrigation post TURPS.
· Liaised with the multidisciplinary team including medical staff for providing patient care.
Additional Information
WORK R E F E R E N C E S:
NANDINI FRY GIAN TONARELLI JANITTE MAANDIG CLINICAL NURSE
NURSE UNIT MANAGER
Royal Adelaide Hospital
6FW2 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Dermatology
Ph: 0466 151 267
Email: nandini.fry@sa.gov.au
ASSISTANT NURSE UNIT MANAGER
Royal Adelaide Hospital
6FW2 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Dermatology
Ph: 0466 015 686
Email: Gian.Tonarelli@sa.gov.au
Royal Adelaide Hospital
Royal Adelaide Hospital
6FW2 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Dermatology
Ph : 0416 371 975
Email: Janitte.Maangdig@sa.gov.au
Timeline
Enrolled Nurse
Royal Adelaide Hospital
09.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of South Australia
Diploma of Nursing (Division 2 Nursing/Hlt51607) - Diploma of Nursing
RDNS - Silver Chain
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