Vera Kostenko
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in public hospitals in Sydney, adept at medication and IV administration, and patient assessments. Excelled in delivering compassionate care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Proven mentor in nursing staff training, showcasing exceptional communication skills and a commitment to high-quality patient care. Demonstrates a keen ability to quickly adapt to new situations, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Various Public Hospitals in Sydney
01.1990 - 01.2010
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
Education
Nursing
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW01-1990
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- IV setup
- Patient monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Medication distribution
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Various Public Hospitals in Sydney
01.1990 - 01.2010
Nursing
University of Sydney
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