Teale Callagher
Newcastle,NSW
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable healthcare professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organisational goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Recovery and Anaesthetic Registered Nurse
NSW Health
New Lambton Heights, NSW
06.2023 - Current
- Collaborating with anaesthetic doctors and surgical teams to develop a safe plan pre- and post-anaesthetic.
- Experience with difficult airways and managing them promptly to ensure patient safety.
- Delivering high-quality care to patients pre, during, and post-anaesthetic to enhance patient outcomes.
- Provided post-anaesthesia care to patients following surgical procedures, monitoring their condition and responding to any changes.
- Administered pain medications via intravenous or oral routes according to doctors' orders.
- Assisted with airway management techniques, such as endotracheal intubation, laryngeal mask airway insertion, awakefibre optic intubation, oxygen therapy, and extubation.
- Instructed family members on post-operative instructions prior to discharge from PACU.
- Assisted with orientation of new personnel within the department, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures specific to NSW Health.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
New Graduate Registered Nurse
NSW Health
New Lambton Heights, NSW
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Management of all types of chest drains, pacing wires, and telemetry.
- Cared for patients' day one post Coronary Artery Bypass Graft and adhered to NSW health protocols and guidelines.
- Recognised and responded to deteriorating patients promptly.
- Communicated with healthcare professionals using the ISBAR and HAIDET framework.
- Utilised a holistic patient care approach.
- Implemented infection control protocols according to NSW Health policies.
- Provided care for patients pre- and post-operatively of vascular and cardiothoracic surgeries.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW12-2022
Skills
- Caring for acutely ill patients
- Culturally sensitive care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Post-anaesthesia care
- Airway Management
- Advanced Life Support Trained
Affiliations
- Running and swimming
- Training my dogs
- 4WD adventuring
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Recovery and Anaesthetic Registered Nurse
NSW Health
06.2023 - Current
New Graduate Registered Nurse
NSW Health
01.2023 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Nursing
University of Newcastle