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Suzanne O'Connell

Bunbury,WA

Summary

I commenced my career in health as an Enrolled Nurse in 1983, working across the country and gaining new experiences. In 2001, I completed further studies and graduated as a Registered Nurse. My journey has taken me from a novice to being in a leadership position, working as a Clinical Nurse for four years. I have worked in various areas of theatre, and during this time, I have developed a passion for providing culturally safe care for my patients within the theatre environment. I am a caring and enthusiastic nurse with excellent interpersonal skills. I value the importance of teamwork, being supportive and understanding, professionalism, and prioritising the needs and safety of my patient by delivering comprehensive, evidence-based care. I believe in following best practice and actively participate in quality and risk management activities. I have studied Foundations of Infection, Prevention and Control and I will complete my postgraduate certificate in perioperative nursing with Notre Dame University in October 2024.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

WACHS
Kalgoorlie, Western Australia
10.2023 - Current
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Circulating and instrument nurse assisting with general surgery, orthopaedics, gynaecology, endoscopy, urology, ophthalmology, ENT, and circulating for dentals.
  • Monitoring patients in the PACU.
  • Learning anaesthetic nurses' role
  • Co-ordinating of shift for holiday relief

Registered Nurse/Clinical Nurse

WACHS
Bunbury, Western Australia
05.2006 - 09.2023
  • Worked in the Day Procedure Unit for 8 years.
  • Pre - and postoperative care of patients.
  • Care of the unconscious patient.
  • Worked in theatre for 9 years.
  • Instrument and circulating nurse assisting with general surgery, orthopaedics, gynaecology, endoscopy, urology, ENT, ophthalmology.
  • Monitoring patients in the PACU
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department involving Standard Three, Preventing and Controlling Infections.

Registered Nurse

WACHS
Derby, Western Australia
09.2002 - 01.2006
  • Worked on the general, emergency, pediatric ward.
  • Instrument and circulating nurse assisting in general surgery, orthopaedics, gynaecology, ENT, and ophthalmology.
  • Care of the post operative patient in PACU.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.

Graduate Registered Nurse

WACHS
Bunbury, Western Australia
01.2001 - 01.2001
  • Graduate year working on the surgical, medical, and mental health unit.
  • Assessed, monitored and evaluated patient care needs.
  • Developed treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Performed nursing assessments of new admissions and discharged patients.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate (Perioperative) -

Notre Dame University
Fremantle, WA
02-2024

High School Diploma -

Bunbury Catholic College
Bunbury, WA

Enrolled Nursing -

Bunbury Regional Hospital
Bunbury, WA

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Edith Cowan University
Bunbury, WA

Skills

  • Adheres policies, procedures and nursing standards
  • Utisises iSoBAR during handover to enable accurate and efficient communication
  • Preceptoring for student nurses and new staff
  • Reports incidents using Datex Clinical Incident Management System
  • Advocate for patients and their family and protecting their health care rights
  • Standard Three portfolio, Preventing and Controlling Infection
  • Electronic Health Records Management

Certification

  • AHPRA Registration
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Hand Hygiene
  • Working with Children
  • Manual Handling
  • Criminal History Record Clearance

Professional Membership

  • Australian College of Perioperative Nurses (Acorn)
  • Australian Nursing Federation (ANF)
  • Australian College of Infection Prevention and Control (ACIPC)
  • Medcast

References

Nicole Hintz  

Theatre Nurse Manager Kalgoorlie

Kalgoorlie

0429 413 825

Nicole.Hintz@health.wa.gov.au

Chantelle Ward  

Clinical Nurse Specialist  Bunbury

0417 961 191

Chantelle.Ward@health.wa.gov.au

Timeline

Registered Nurse

WACHS
10.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse/Clinical Nurse

WACHS
05.2006 - 09.2023

Registered Nurse

WACHS
09.2002 - 01.2006

Graduate Registered Nurse

WACHS
01.2001 - 01.2001

Post Graduate Certificate (Perioperative) -

Notre Dame University

High School Diploma -

Bunbury Catholic College

Enrolled Nursing -

Bunbury Regional Hospital

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Edith Cowan University

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