Stephanie Brennan
Mountain Creek,QLD
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse and Midwife with a proven track record at Sunshine Coast University Hospital, specializing in paediatric nursing care and critical thinking. Excelled in infection control and medication administration, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Mentored new staff, fostering strong relationships and contributing to a positive work environment. Demonstrated exceptional ability in prioritizing patient care and education. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
2023.12 - Current
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate and empathetic communication with children and families.
Registered Nurse/Registered Midwife
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
2016.02 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Midwife
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
2018.06 - 2019.02
- Supported birthing partners in their roles by providing education on pregnancy, labor, and newborn care.
- Served as a mentor for student midwives by sharing clinical expertise, providing constructive feedback, and modeling excellence in the practice of midwifery.
- Educated new parents on infant care essentials like diapering, swaddling, bathing techniques leading to increased confidence in parenting skills.
- Gave emotional support to expecting mothers by answering questions and alleviating concerns.
Registered Nurse/Student Midwife
Mater Mothers' Hospital
2016.03 - 2017.07
- Contributed to the reduction of maternal mortality rates by identifying high-risk pregnancies early and referring them for specialist intervention when necessary.
- Assisted women in making informed decisions regarding their birth preferences based on thorough discussions about risks and benefits of various options available.
- Assisted mothers with breastfeeding, self-care and postpartum healthcare.
Registered Nurse
Nambour General Hospital
2014.01 - 2016.02
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Paediatrics
Australian College of Nursing
Parramatta, NSW11.2023
Bachelor - Midwifery
Australian Catholic University
Brisbane, QLD11.2017
Bachelor - Nursing
Deakin University
Geelong, VIC11.2012
Skills
- Pediatric nursing care
- Critical Thinking
- Student Precepting
- Relationship Development
- Infection Control
- Medication Administration
- Family Education
Professional Development
- Paediatric Emergency Nursing 3 day course
- Breastfeeding workshop
- Optimus Core workshop
- Bloodsafe competencies
- Eating Disorder Workshop
- Preceptorship workshop
Referees
Anne-Maree Holmes
Pateint
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
Ph: 0402285722
Email: Anne-Maree.Holmes@health.qld.gov.au
Lee-Anne Douglas
Clinical Nurse
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
Ph: 0408710626
Email: Lee-Anne.Douglas@health.qld.gov.au
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
2023.12 - Current
Registered Midwife
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
2018.06 - 2019.02
Registered Nurse/Student Midwife
Mater Mothers' Hospital
2016.03 - 2017.07
Registered Nurse/Registered Midwife
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
2016.02 - Current
Registered Nurse
Nambour General Hospital
2014.01 - 2016.02
Graduate Certificate - Paediatrics
Australian College of Nursing
Bachelor - Midwifery
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor - Nursing
Deakin University
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