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
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
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