Dynamic individual dedicated to providing high-quality patient-centred care through compassion, teamwork and integrity. Skilled in cardiac monitoring, ECG interpretation, medication titration, and recognition/ escalation of deterioration for patients with acute coronary syndromes, arrhythmias, and heart failure. A strong collaborator who thrives in a team, committed to fostering an environment that champions patient safety. Consistently recognised for being highly motivated and dependable with a positive attitude and compassionate approach.
Delivered safe, evidence-based care to patients with acute coronary syndromes, heart failure, cardiac arrhythmias, and patients before and after interventional cardiac procedures.
Championed patient-centred care through compassion and teamwork, forming partnerships with patients and members of the multidisciplinary team that fostered respect and a shared commitment to meet patients' individual needs.
Performed focused cardiovascular physical assessments and utilised knowledge of cardiovascular conditions to inform a comprehensive interpretation of findings.
Monitored and interpreted cardiac rhythms and vital observations to recognise and respond to deterioration or clinical variance, such as chest pain and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Escalated patient deterioration to the Team Leader and appropriate medical officer, maintaining timely and accurate documentation of all clinical events and interventions.
Engaged in clinical learning opportunities, including debriefs and performance development planning to seek feedback and support high performance.
Maintained Metro North HHS quality standards through compliance with hospital policies, infection control standards and medication safety.
Coordinated with residents, families, and members of the multidisciplinary team to form comprehensive assessments of each resident for individualised care-planning.
Provided complex wound care using aseptic non-touch technique.
Maintained accurate, timely clinical documentation and incident reporting in accordance with regulatory standards.
Delivered high-quality palliative care in accordance with the National Palliative Care Standards for All Health Professionals and Aged Care Services (2022).
Managed personal care staff through leadership and support, including rostering and fulfilling all responsibilities as mandatory reporter under the Aged Care Act 1997.
Assisted residents with personal hygiene, grooming, mobility, toileting, and feeding in accordance with individual care plans.
Collaborated with nursing and allied health teams to ensure continuity of care and holistic support.
Reported suspected and actual incidents of elderly abuse, neglect, or misconduct.
Adhered to infection prevention and workplace safety protocols.
Venepuncture
Peripheral intravenous cannulation
TR band management
ACT measurement
Femoral sheath removal using manual compression
Nurse-driven heparin infusion
Management and removal of arterial lines
Removal of central venous lines