Tayla Laverty
Shearwater,Tasmania
Summary
Results-driven Senior Registered Nurse In Charge with extensive experience in leading nursing teams across various healthcare environments. Proven expertise in patient care coordination, staff development, and regulatory compliance, contributing to improved patient outcomes through the implementation of effective nursing practices. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency by strategizing process improvements while fostering a collaborative team culture. Strong administrative and customer service skills ensure seamless healthcare service delivery through efficient communication and policy enforcement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Onecare
Shearwater, Tasmania
05.2024 - Current
- Conducted assessments of client's physical, psychological, cognitive, social, economic and environmental needs.
- Served as a liaison between clients' families and community agencies providing services to them.
- Developed service plans based on assessment findings; monitored effectiveness of plans regularly.
- Educated family members about patient's condition, treatments and available resources.
- Maintained accurate records of client visits and progress notes in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Facilitated the coordination of medical appointments and transportation for clients when needed.
- Provided advocacy for clients to ensure their needs are met through appropriate services.
- Assisted clients in developing and achieving short-term and long-term goals.
- Participated in team meetings with other staff members to discuss case management issues.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Registered Nurse - Casual Pool
THS
Devonport, TAS
06.2023 - Current
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse -Medical Ward
THS
Burnie, TAS
06.2021 - 12.2024
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Registered Nurse - 4D LGH
THS
Launceston, TAS
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed and implemented patient care policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
Registered Nurse - Casual Pool LGH
THS
Launceston, TAS
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Registered Nurse - John L Grove
THS
Launceston, TAS
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments and possible outcomes.
- Maintained safe, caring environments for patients and families.
- Recognised changes requiring nursing interventions and implemented appropriate care to reduce risks.
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patients care plans.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored patient's vital signs.
- Monitored, recorded and reported symptoms or changes in patient's conditions.
- Educated patients, family members and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes.
Registered Nurse - Holman Clinic
THS
Launceston, TAS
01.2019 - 07.2021
- Provided competent, compassionate patient and family centered nursing care based on scientific principles and use nursing process and interdisciplinary teamwork.
- Coordinated involvement of patient, family and health team members in patient care, including patient and family education, teaching and discharge planning.
- Administered prescribed medications and provided end of life care and support to cancer patients.
- Performed venipuncture, assessed implanted ports, and managed catheter devices.
- Communicated plan of care and other pertinent information to health care team members.
- Completed detailed patient intakes, including documenting patient's histories and current vitals.
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Educated patients, family members and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes.
Registered Nurse - Incharge
Southern Cross Care - ST Leonards
St Leonards, TAS
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Education
Postgraduate: Bachelor of Nursing With Clinical Honours -
University of Tasmania
Launceston, TAS2023
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Tasmania
Launceston12.2018
Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Specialisation)- Acute Care - Nursing
University of Tasmania
Launceston, TASSkills
- Case Management
- Mobility Assistance
- ADL Assistance
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Infectious Disease Control
- Critical Care
- Wound Care
- Care Planning
- Staff Supervision
- Medical Assessment
- Patient Discharge
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Patient Monitoring
References
- Maxine Munting/ NUM Medical ward/ Midwife maxine.munting@ths.tas.gov.au
- Isabella Williams / Clinical Nurse Educator /isabella.williams@ths.tas.gov.au
- Reini Sugiarti /Senior In charge Nurse /reini.sugiarti@ths.tas.gov.au / ph.0447 887 175
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Onecare
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse - Casual Pool
THS
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse - 4D LGH
THS
01.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse -Medical Ward
THS
06.2021 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse - Casual Pool LGH
THS
01.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse - Incharge
Southern Cross Care - ST Leonards
01.2020 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse - John L Grove
THS
07.2019 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse - Holman Clinic
THS
01.2019 - 07.2021
Postgraduate: Bachelor of Nursing With Clinical Honours -
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Tasmania
Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Specialisation)- Acute Care - Nursing
University of Tasmania
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