Wendy Doig
Berwick,VIC
Summary
Dedicated Endorsed Enrolled Nurse with a proven track record at Monash Health Clayton, where I enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate care . Competent in medication administration and patient assessments, I pride myself in fostering patient and family trust making their experience within the hospital environment easier to adjust to . I am committed to helping new staff members settle into their role and assist with their learning and gaining confidence .
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Monash Health Clayton
03.2021 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
PCA and Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Vermont Aged Care
Vermont, VIC
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes, facilitating timely healing and recovery.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
Diploma Of Nursing Division 2 - Nursing
Torrens University Australia
Melbourne, VIC04.2019
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Management
- Compassionate Care
- Wound Management
- Nursing staff leadership
- Geriatric Care
- Palliative Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient care planning
- Patient and family advocacy
- Wound Care
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Monash Health Clayton
03.2021 - Current
PCA and Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Vermont Aged Care
08.2019 - 03.2021
Diploma Of Nursing Division 2 - Nursing
Torrens University Australia