Simonne Joyce
South Plympton
Summary
Accomplished healthcare professional with over two decades of experience in emergency nursing and paramedicine. Expertise in leadership, clinical education, multidisciplinary collaboration, and patient centred care. Skilled at navigating complex clinical scenarios, guiding diverse teams, and conducting educational sessions in urban and rural areas. Known for poised decision making, flexibility, and unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional care in hospital and pre-hospital environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Nurse Educator
Rural Support Service – SA Health
03.2025 - Current
- Lead statewide education via MS Teams and in-person instruction (supporting 3000 staff)
- Regional Life Support Coordinator
- Deliver Emergency Nurse and Midwifery Education Program as a regional instructor
- Coordinate multidisciplinary training across regional sites
- Support clinical development and workforce capability
- Use MS Teams to provide responsive training across diverse clinical topics
- Build rLHN education team capability via mentorship and structured courses
- Tailor education to address priority areas using iLearn, webinars, and in person sessions
- Apply both educational and tech expertise in course/resource development
Paramedic, Sprint Reliever, HNC, HALO, Health Navigator
South Australian Ambulance Service
01.2011 - Current
- Rapid assessment and stabilization of medical and trauma cases
- Advanced airway and life support for adults and children
- Emergency driving and scene safety under pressure
- Rescue and extrication operations
- Disaster response and emergency triage
- Medication administration via oral, IM, and IV routes
- Patient transport and monitored transfers
- Mentoring and training paramedic students
- Ongoing professional development and skill enhancement
Clinical Educator, Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Flinders Medical Centre – Emergency Department
01.2020 - Current
- Lead resuscitation care for critically unwell patients
- Triage and acuity assessment for emergency presentations
- Administer IV and oral medications, including complex infusions
- Perform ECGs, IV cannulation, blood sampling, and wound care
- Coordinate patient transfers to ICU and other departments
- Mentor junior staff and facilitate education sessions
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for holistic care
- Evaluate staffing needs and support admissions/discharges
- Utilize ATS and Microsoft Office for documentation and coordination
Education
Bachelor of Health Science - Paramedic
Flinders University
Bedford Park, SA01.2010
Graduate Certificate in Health - Emergency Nursing
Flinders University
Bedford Park, SA01.2008
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA01.2005
Skills
- Leadership under high-pressure conditions
- Conflict resolution expertise
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Treat critically unwell patients
- Clinical education expertise
- Emergency triage expertise
- Analytical problem-solving skills
- Cultural awareness in disaster response
- Proficient typing speed of 50 words per minute
- Skilled in respiratory support systems
- Nursing team leadership
- Culturally aware care
- Immunization administration
Certification
- Registered Nurse – AHPRA
- Registered Paramedic - AHPRA
- C Class Driver’s Licence
- National Police Clearance
- DCSI Child-Related Employment Screening
- Advanced Life Support Instructor (ARC)
- Medical Management of Radiation Injuries (REAC/TS Course)
- Maternity Emergency Care Course
Community Service
Australian Medical Assistance Team (AUSMAT), Nationally deployed medical professional responding to disasters, International deployments to Timor Leste in 2014 and 2016, Experience in austere environments and cross-cultural collaboration
Timeline
Emergency Nurse Educator
Rural Support Service – SA Health
03.2025 - Current
Clinical Educator, Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Flinders Medical Centre – Emergency Department
01.2020 - Current
Paramedic, Sprint Reliever, HNC, HALO, Health Navigator
South Australian Ambulance Service
01.2011 - Current
Graduate Certificate in Health - Emergency Nursing
Flinders University
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
University of South Australia
Bachelor of Health Science - Paramedic
Flinders University
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