Tiarna Schmidt

• 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.
• 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.
• Utilised critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
• 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.
• Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
• Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
• Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
• Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
• Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
• Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
• Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.

• Performed assessments, such as vital signs, height and weight measurements and other physical assessments.
• Participated in nursing rounds with multidisciplinary healthcare teams and provided input on patient care plans.
• Provided support to patients during medical procedures, such as dressing changes or wound irrigation.
• Collaborated with nurses, physicians and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate patient care services.
• Observed patient responses to treatments and reported any changes to the supervising nurse or physician.
• Maintained accurate documentation of all clinical activities in electronic medical records system.
• Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing monitoring of patient progress toward goals.
• Reviewed discharge instructions prior to patient release from hospital setting.
• Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.

Participated in a 4 week placement at Flinders Medical Centre in the Cardio-Thoracic Surgical Unit. All procedures were completed under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

• Assessed and monitored patients' conditions, vital signs, and symptoms to determine necessary care.
• Performed routine wound care such as cleaning wounds and changing dressings.
• Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately and promptly.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Conducted pre-operative assessments for patients undergoing surgery.
• Facilitated discharge planning for patients transitioning from acute care to home health services or long-term care facilities.
• Managed intravenous therapy including preparation of IV solutions and administration of medications through IV lines under supervision.
• Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medication administration records, vital signs.
• Participated in multidisciplinary rounds with other healthcare professionals to discuss best practices for patient management.
• Medication administration and monitoring of effects.
• Removal of CVC lines
• Monitoring and removal of underwater seal drains
• Observed 2x Coronary Artery Bypass Grating
• Patient hygiene requirements
• Liaised with Aboriginal liaison officers

• 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.
• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
• Utilised critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
• 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.
• Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
• Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.

• As above.

• 2 year traineeship
• 3 days working on the ward, 2 days at University with both written and practical experiences
• Once deemed competent at a practical examination at university; I was able to participate in such activity under the supervision of the Regisiterd Nurse.
• The traineeship consisted of 12 months aged care, 12 months acute ward experience.

The traineeship offered experience in and under rthe supervision of the Registered Nurse:

• Providing nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
• Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
• Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
• Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
• Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
• Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
• Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
• Oral, IM and SC medications