Taylah Ralston
Merewether
Summary
Enthusiastic individual who takes pride in my professional identity through demonstrating quality leadership skills; which aim to motivate and encourage consumers and colleagues. I am a committed Registered Nurse who thrives off positive motivation and critical thinking. I am a consumer orientated, result orientated individual who has confidence and clear communication abilities. I am driven to collaborate to team success with knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient support.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Scrub/Scout
Lingard Private Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Ensured smooth operation of surgical procedures, collaborating closely with the surgical team and adhering to strict protocols.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability when faced with unexpected changes in surgical schedules or staffing needs.
- Assisted in complex surgeries by anticipating surgeon needs and providing necessary instruments promptly.
- Displayed exceptional attention to detail when preparing patients for surgery, including positioning them correctly on the operating table and applying sterile drapes as required.
- Assisted in complex surgeries, preparing equipment such as consignment instrumentation, loan trays and disposables for a range of specialties including Orthopaedics (sports medicine, major and minor including joint replacements and trauma), Ophthalmic, Plastics and reconstructive .
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for process enhancement and implementing solutions to increase patient satisfaction.
- Facilitated efficient OR turnover times through diligent cleaning, disinfecting, and preparing the room for subsequent cases.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Pharmacy Assistant/Dispense Technician
Blooms the Chemist
11.2012 - 04.2021
- Greeted customers and responded to questions in friendly and knowledgeable way.
- Updated computer system with current customer, payment and inventory information.
- Verified order information against computer database. Merchandised over-the-counter goods and rotated stock.
- Provided administrative support including, filing, copying and faxing.
- Answered telephones and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
- Assisted pharmacy staff in preparing medications and filling orders.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side-effect's, interactions, and refill instructions.
- Located and measured medications according to prescription information, adjusting as instructed by pharmacists and providers.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Established and maintained patient profiles, updating organizational database with current information.
- Received incoming supplies and stocked in correct locations.
- Conferred with customers about concerns with products or services to resolve problems and drive sales.
- Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Bartender
Oriental Hotel/ Woolpack Hotel
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Applied excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to handle simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
- Maintained relationships with restaurant vendors to facilitate effective inventory management and implement cost controls.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Health
University of New England
Armidale03-2022
High School Diploma -
Mudgee High School
Mudgee12-2018
Skills
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Planning and coordination
- Attentive and desire to learn
- Interpersonal skills
- Time management abilities
Education and Training
Bachelor of Nursing - university of New England
Fundamental requirements -
- Critically analyses all nursing practices
- Actively engages in therapeutic and professional relationships Continually maintain the capability of practice
- Ability to comprehensively conduct nursing assessments Development of a safe plan through all nursing practices
- Providing safe, appropriate and responsive nursing skills throughs out all aspects of clinical and therapeutic practices.
- Evaluation of potential outcomes throughout the nursing practice
Acquired Certificates
- Basic life support
- Medication calculations
- Hand hygiene
- Aboriginal culture and respecting the difference
- Working With Children's Check (WWCC)
- NSW Police Check
- AHPRA Registration
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Scrub/Scout
Lingard Private Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Bartender
Oriental Hotel/ Woolpack Hotel
11.2018 - 12.2019
Pharmacy Assistant/Dispense Technician
Blooms the Chemist
11.2012 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Nursing - Health
University of New England
High School Diploma -
Mudgee High School
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