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VERONICA SMITH

Berowra,NSW

Summary

I am a caring, compassionate, and responsible person who has a strong commitment to person-centred care. I have exceptional people skills and enjoy getting to know and bond with those I work with and those I provide care for. I pride myself on being a hardworking person and performing each task to the best of my ability. I am seeking employment to develop my passion for nursing in an exciting and challenging environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Home Assessor

Aspire4Life
09.2022 - 03.2024
  • Navigated Government Systems to perform and refer clients in My Aged Care - Commonwealth Home Support Program
  • Further liaised with the Aged Care Assessment Team for client referrals and providing urgent referrals when required
  • Conducted home visits and monitored client progress in their home environment
  • Performed clinical assessments and interpreted patient data to evaluate clinical status and initiate appropriate interventions
  • Conducted assessments within the client's home or over the phone to provide assistance with remaining independent at home
  • Provided holistic care through the use of formulating a comprehensive care plan that addresses the client's needs
  • Preformed comprehensive assessments for elderly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and provided patient-centered with consideration of the client's health conditions.

Registered Nurse - New Graduate

Tamworth Base Hospital
07.2022 - 09.2022
  • Facilitated patient discharge planning and provided follow-up care to ensure successful outcomes
  • Utilized a holistic approach to patient care, resulting in improved patient comfort and satisfaction
  • Provided compassionate and respectful care to patients while ensuring their safety and well-being
  • Monitored and recorded vital signs, changes in patient condition, and response to treatment
  • Utilized electronic health records (EHR) software to document patient information and treatment plans.

New Graduate Nurse - Acute Surgical

Fiona Stanley Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Key role within a multi-disciplinary team structure to achieve best possible patient care
  • Management of patient load within an acute/ critical care setting
  • Administration of S8 medications PRN/Routine with the use of safe practice - the 5 rights
  • Administration of PPN/TPN and care of PICC lines based through no touch technique
  • Admission and Discharge of patients through comprehensive documentation and consult of all patient parties to ensure transition to the community
  • Assistance in personal care of patients Providing pressure area care, aseptic technique of dressings and ensuring skin integrity of patients
  • Management of patient load through high stress environment, management of deterioration in patients - attended in emergencies throughout the ward.

Assistant in Nursing

Hills Nursing Baulkham Hills
03.2019 - 01.2022
  • Consulted with Case Managers and client's care plans to provide care to the best of my ability
  • Utilized my knowledge of consumer-directed care to advocate for clients' choices and independence
  • Brought forth in-depth knowledge of nursing procedures to effectively communicate with clients to assist them to achieve their goals
  • Welcomed feedback and encouragement from Case Managers and clients to improve my care delivery
  • Provided feedback and suggestions to Case Managers through consultation with my clients' care plans.

CCU Unit - Manning Base Hospital

Avondale College - Student
06.2021 - 06.2021
  • Served as a patient-centred nurse that advocated for the health of my patients
  • Attended in-services to increase my knowledge and experience with ventilators
  • Administered IV medication in accordance with medication charts and doctors' orders
  • Engaged in CPR - due to rapid response of a deteriorating patient.

The SAN Hospital - Level 12

Avondale College - Student
03.2021 - 03.2021
  • Safely administered oral drugs through the use of the 7 rights
  • Achieved quality care through multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care
  • Participated in patient education and discussion about goals of treatment.

Gosford Private Hospital - Medical/Surgical

Avondale College - Student
02.2019 - 03.2019
  • Preformed neurological, cardio and respiratory assessments on patients
  • Assisted in caring for patients ADL's
  • Provided in-depth documentation about patient care pathways
  • Preformed comprehensive bedside handover to nursing colleagues about patient care.

Education

Mental Health First Aid -

05.2024

Statement Of Attainment -

MyAgedCare
2022

Bachelor of Nursing -

Avondale College University
12.2021

Year 12 Certificate -

Avondale High School
12.2017

Skills

  • Enthusiasm
  • Knowledgable in Medical Terminology and Procedures
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Strong Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Teamwork Skills
  • Oxygen Therapy Experience
  • Advocacy for Patient Health
  • Medical/ Surgical Experience
  • Competent Medication Administration Skills
  • Excellent Time Management Skills

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Clinical Home Assessor

Aspire4Life
09.2022 - 03.2024

Registered Nurse - New Graduate

Tamworth Base Hospital
07.2022 - 09.2022

New Graduate Nurse - Acute Surgical

Fiona Stanley Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2022

CCU Unit - Manning Base Hospital

Avondale College - Student
06.2021 - 06.2021

The SAN Hospital - Level 12

Avondale College - Student
03.2021 - 03.2021

Assistant in Nursing

Hills Nursing Baulkham Hills
03.2019 - 01.2022

Gosford Private Hospital - Medical/Surgical

Avondale College - Student
02.2019 - 03.2019

Mental Health First Aid -

Statement Of Attainment -

MyAgedCare

Bachelor of Nursing -

Avondale College University

Year 12 Certificate -

Avondale High School

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