Waunaiza Curtis
Summary
Adept at leading patient care initiatives, my tenure at Queensland Health showcased my ability to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and compassionate care. Specializing in complex problem-solving and patient assessments, I significantly contributed to improving healthcare delivery by mentoring new staff and advocating for safety in nursing practices. 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
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Queensland Health
01.2010 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- 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.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Education
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
Griffith University
Brisbane, QLD01.2007
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counselling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Medication and IV administration
- Compassion and Empathy
- Care Planning
- Care Plan Development
- Patient Management
- Physical assessments
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Team Coordination
- Community Healthcare Programming
Referees
Kamlesh Kumar
Acting Nurse Manager/Clinical Educator
Queensland Health
kamlesh_kumar2@health.qld.gov.au
0404 554 121
Jessica Chaplin
Clinical Care Co-ordinator In Community Health
Family First Community Health
Jessica.Chaplin2@health.qld.gov.au
0416 185 606
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Queensland Health
01.2010 - Current
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
Griffith University
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