Tania Ellis
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Proven Registered Nurse with a track record of delivering high-quality patient care on an acute Vascular surgical Ward at Queensland Health, adept in critical thinking and acute care expertise. Skilled in medication administration and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and adaptability, contributing to quality improvement initiatives and patient satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Queensland Health
Herston, QLD
02.2022 - Current
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of all patient encounters, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating seamless information-sharing among healthcare providers.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of best nursing practices, participating in continuing education courses and attending relevant conferences.
- Exhibited strong leadership abilities when managing complex patient cases or overseeing the work of support staff members, Including shift coordination.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through comprehensive treatment plans that addressed medical, social, and psychological factors.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the nursing department by identifying areas of potential growth or inefficiency in current protocols or procedures.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Dental Receptionist
Strategos Medical
Brisbane, QLD
09.2019 - 01.2022
- Scheduled, rescheduled, and cancelled appointments for dental patients.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Provided excellent customer service by promptly addressing patient inquiries via phone, email, or in-person interactions.
- Reduced wait times by quickly greeting patients upon arrival and assisting with the check-in process.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues across all roles within the practice.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Southern Cross University
Gold Coast, QLD09.2021
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Wound Care
- Central Line Management
- Medication and IV administration
- CPR/AED
- Patient Assessment
- Critical Thinking
- Acute care expertise
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Chest pain management
- Nursing staff leadership
Additional Information
References
Melanie Ullner
Nurse Unit Manager - 8BN Vascular Ward.
E: Melanie.ullner@health.qld.gov.au
P: (07) 36473732 - Wed/Thurs/Fri
Vanessa Martin
Acting Nurse Unit Manager - 8BN Vascular ward/Nurse Educator.
E: Vanessa.Martin2@health.qld.gov.au
Ph: (07) 36473740 - Wed /Thurs/Fri
Ph: (07) 36473732 - Mon/Tues.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Queensland Health
02.2022 - Current
Dental Receptionist
Strategos Medical
09.2019 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Southern Cross University