Stacey Jenkinson
Brighton,QLD
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at North Lakes Terrace Community Care, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven ability to enhance care strategies through collaboration and strong clinical judgment, leading to improved patient outcomes. Committed to compassionate care and mentoring, fostering a supportive environment for both patients and staff.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
North Lakes Terrace Community Care
06.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for residents.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices and organizational policies.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices, promoting wellness and prevention.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and improving efficiency.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for enhancement in patient safety protocols.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Registered Nurse, Community
Focused Health Care
03.2022 - 03.2022
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment options.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and inform care strategies.
- Assisting clients to attend appointments.
- Supporting clients to access community service's.
- Provide support with domestic support.
- Assist with personal care ADL's.
- Assist with budgeting, cooking and shopping.
Registered Nurse, Aged Care
Burpengary Gardens Care Community
03.2013 - 08.2017
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and improve service delivery.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing team performance and knowledge sharing.
- Evaluated clinical procedures, facilitating adjustments that elevated standards of care within the facility.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Queensland University of Technology,
Caboolture, QLD11-2012
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Care planning and development
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
North Lakes Terrace Community Care
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Community
Focused Health Care
03.2022 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse, Aged Care
Burpengary Gardens Care Community
03.2013 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Queensland University of Technology,