Tracy Davidson
West Kempsey,NSW
Summary
With 29 years of experience in the nursing profession, I have developed a deep passion for education and delivery, specifically in the field of wound care. Over the past 13 years, I have dedicated myself to enhancing my expertise in education development, ensuring that healthcare professionals receive the necessary knowledge and skills to provide optimal wound care. My extensive clinical background allows me to effectively communicate complex concepts and facilitate engaging learning experiences. I am committed to making a lasting impact on the healthcare industry by empowering others with the knowledge they need to deliver exceptional patient care.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse/ A/CNE - Close Observation Unit
Kempsey District Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- In-charge, Facility Nurse and A/CNE shifts
- ALS certification
- NIV management including BiPap, High Flow and CPAP, I/O PIVCs, Post-op shoulder care, PCA management, wound care, NPWTD management, Wound care education for staff and students, IDC and SPC insertion
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administer medications safely according to established guidelines whilst closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhance patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Serve as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Assist in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
The Terraces – McKenzie Aged Care
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Staff management and care management of up to 72 residents
- Aged Care Quality Standard management and care
- Wound Consultant and educator
Registered Community Nurse
Anglicare Southern Queensland
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Performed case management and care planning of up to 10 clients per day in the community in receipt of Aged Care Packages and CHSP
- Wound care (Chronic and surgical), Palliative Care and symptom monitoring, Catheter care and insertions (SPC and IDCs in both men and women), welfare checks, medication prompting and management, drainage system management, application of compression therapy, stoma care, routine observations
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
Clinical Specialist
HARTMANN
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Support key accounts with education on wound care, Pressure Injury Prevention strategies, compression therapy, skin care, and incontinence product range to staff in Hospitals and Aged Care Facilities
- Maintain key account contractual obligations in consultation with State BDM
- Rural and interstate travel to meet demands of the job
- Completion of QBRs and presenting to National Managers and team
- Identified, and trained clinical champions and established relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs).
Wound Management Nurse
Wound Innovations
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided wound assessments and developed comprehensive Wound Care Plans
- Delivered educational sessions on wounds and wound care to Nursing Home staff
- Qualified in, and then attended CSWD to wounds in need
- Traveled locally, rurally and interstate as per the demands of the role
- Conducted wound consultations both in-person and via Telehealth methods (TEAMs, FaceTime and Skype)
- Certified in a multitude of wound courses conducted by Wound Innovations
Registered Nurse - General Practice
Kalwun Health Service
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches and Care Plans
- Qualified as a Nurse Immuniser
- Wound management nurse due to expertise in the field
- Performed Health Assessments, attended to recalls, ECGs, vaccinations, Cold Chain Management, stock management, equipment audits, procedural set-up and assist, blood collection, precepted university and TAFE students, and attended to education sessions on the Crash Cart and emergency equipment
Clinical Coordinator | A/NUM | RN - KCHC
Mid North Coast Local Health District
03.2011 - 12.2019
- Co-developed and set-up the Clinical Coordinator role to better manage client flow and staff satisfaction
- Completed a hospital based Trainer and Assessor Course
- Developed a catheterisation tool kit, and an education model and assessment tool for SPC insertion competencies
- Qualified as a 'CPR Train the Trainer'
- Provided wound care and assessments on complex acute and chronic wounds, surgical wounds, drain management, catheter care, education and Care Plans
- Delivery of educational sessions on wounds and wound care to staff in the Hospital and Aged Care Facilities
- Trained in a multitude of wound courses
- Qualified to perform Compression Therapy, attend ABPIs, and NPWT dressings
- Preceptor for University and TAFE students, as well as new staff members
- Acting NUM duties including rostering, recruitment, processing pays, meetings
Registered Nurse | A/CNC
Hastings/ Macleay Dialysis Units
12.2008 - 06.2011
- Senior dialysis nurse
- On-call for ICU dialysis on rotating roster
- Cannulation skills and accredited to access Permacaths/ Vascaths
- Primary Nursing Model of Care - monthly bloods, Transplant Register communication, closely liaising with Nephrologist and other Allied Health Services
- Machine maintenance and audits
- Precepting and mentoring new staff
Registered Nurse
Sutherland Satellite Dialysis Unit
02.2008 - 12.2008
- Senior dialysis nurse
- Cannulation skills and accredited to access Permacaths/ Vascaths
- Primary Nursing Duties - Monthly bloods, Transplant Register consultations, liaising with Nephrologists and other members of the MDT
- Advanced Life Support Certification
- Machine maintenance and audits
Clinical Coordinator RN
Henry Dalziel VC Dialysis Unit
06.2007 - 01.2008
- Senior dialysis nurse
- Cannulation skills and accredited to access Permacaths/ Vascaths
- Primary Nursing duties
- Machine maintenance and audits
Registered Nurse | Team Leader
The Partnership For Aboriginal Care
11.2003 - 04.2007
- Commonwealth-funded trial to improve Aboriginal Health that involved attending to Health Assessments, Care Plans, Education and referrals in a coordinated care approach
- Outcome of the trial saw the successful implementation of further Aboriginal Medical Centres on the Mid North Coast of NSW
- Qualified as a QUIT Facilitator and ran QUIT workshops
- Program report writing and presentation to external auditors
Registered Nurse
Kempsey District Hospital
12.1998 - 03.2006
- Medical Ward and Dialysis shifts
- Cannulation skills and accredited to access Permacaths and Vascaths
- Nursing duties; Observations, medication administration (IV, oral, IMI, SCI), IVT, Blood Transfusions, catheter care, phlebotomy, assistance with personal cares
- Audits, machine maintenance
Registered Nurse
Macleay Valley Dialysis Unit - KDH
12.1999 - 03.2003
- Senior dialysis nurse
- Cannulation skills and accredited to access Vascaths and Permacaths
- Primary Nursing Duties - monthly bloods, Transplant Register consultations, liaising with Nephrologist and other members of the MDT
- Audits, machine maintenance
Satellite Dialysis Unit Manager
Durri Aboriginal Corporation Medical Service
12.1998 - 04.1999
- Sole operator and manager of a 2-chair Satellite Dialysis Unit in country NSW
- Cannulation skills, monthly blood collection and liaising with Nephrologist and GP with results
- Stores orders, arranging transport, audits, machine maintenance
- Successfully petitioned for the Unit to be relocated to a more appropriate area for WHS and client comfort needs
Registered Nurse
St George Hospital
04.1995 - 12.1998
- Completed New Graduate year and was kept on in the Renal Unit where I worked for 3 years
- Cannulation skills and accredited to access Permacaths and Vascaths
- Specialisation of renal transplant recipients
- In-charge shifts, Preceptor training and precepting New Grads
- Pre and post operative care of renal transplant, vascular surgery, and on-call dialysis in ICU
- Development of patient educational flyers for the Renal Unit
- Qualified in Venepuncture
- Nursing duties: Observations, medication administration (IV, oral, IM, SCI), IVT, IDC insertion and care, NG insertion and care, PEG feeding and care, management of drains and post operative wounds, procedural assist with Vascath insertions and ascetic taps
- Audits and machine maintenance
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Western Sydney
Richmond, NSW12.1994
Skills
- Advanced wound management skills
- Patient Assessment skills
- Diagnostic test interpretation
- Formation of thorough Wound Care Plans
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Teamwork
- Stress management
- Quick learner of IT platforms
- Proficiency in education delivery
- Case Management and Planning
- Management and Coordination of staff
- NIV management
- PIVC insertion
Certification
- Current AHPRA Registration
- Current ALS Certificate
- Current CPR Certificate
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Certificate in Venipuncture
- Current New South Wales Driver's Licence
Affiliations
- Wounds Australia: Ongoing membership
- Australian College of Nursing: Ongoing membership
- AUSMED: Ongoing membership
- Wounds World: Course participant
- Wound Innovations: Course participant
Professional referees
- Mrs Deliah Harris, CNE, KDH - Close Observation Unit, 119 River Street, West Kempsey, NSW, 2440. deliah.harris@health.nsw.gov.au
(02) 6561 2675 (Mon-Weds).
- Ms Abi Anderson, Facility Manager, The Terraces – McKenzie Aged Care Group, 74 University Drive, Varsity Lakes, Queensland, 4227, aanderson@mckenzieacg.com
(07) 5592 7300
Timeline
Registered Nurse/ A/CNE - Close Observation Unit
Kempsey District Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Supervisor
The Terraces – McKenzie Aged Care
05.2023 - 09.2023
Registered Community Nurse
Anglicare Southern Queensland
03.2023 - 05.2023
Clinical Specialist
HARTMANN
06.2022 - 02.2023
Wound Management Nurse
Wound Innovations
07.2021 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse - General Practice
Kalwun Health Service
01.2020 - 07.2021
Clinical Coordinator | A/NUM | RN - KCHC
Mid North Coast Local Health District
03.2011 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse | A/CNC
Hastings/ Macleay Dialysis Units
12.2008 - 06.2011
Registered Nurse
Sutherland Satellite Dialysis Unit
02.2008 - 12.2008
Clinical Coordinator RN
Henry Dalziel VC Dialysis Unit
06.2007 - 01.2008
Registered Nurse | Team Leader
The Partnership For Aboriginal Care
11.2003 - 04.2007
Registered Nurse
Macleay Valley Dialysis Unit - KDH
12.1999 - 03.2003
Registered Nurse
Kempsey District Hospital
12.1998 - 03.2006
Satellite Dialysis Unit Manager
Durri Aboriginal Corporation Medical Service
12.1998 - 04.1999
Registered Nurse
St George Hospital
04.1995 - 12.1998
- Current AHPRA Registration
- Current ALS Certificate
- Current CPR Certificate
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Certificate in Venipuncture
- Current New South Wales Driver's Licence
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Western Sydney
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