Thomas Aitken
Mt Eliza
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Peninsula Health
12.2023 - Current
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Caring For You Nursing Agency
01.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- 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.
Practice Nurse
Mt Eliza Medical Centre
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained constant communication with physician and other members of care team.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests and examinations, resulting in accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Conducted regular audits of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted patient care delivery.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes to maximize clinic capacity while maintaining patient satisfaction levels.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Monash University
Frankston, VIC 04.2001 -
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Moorabbin, VIC 04.2001 -
Skills
Wound care
Patient management
Care planning
Medication and IV administration
Time management
Compassion and empathy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Peninsula Health
12.2023 - Current
Practice Nurse
Mt Eliza Medical Centre
07.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
Caring For You Nursing Agency
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Monash University
04.2001 -
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
04.2001 -
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