Work well in fast-paced environments to manage acute incidents and chronic patient concerns. Clear and decisive communicator with strong prioritization and planning skills. Focused on effectively triaging patients for optimal department response. Works within dedicated group of staff that recognizes cultural diversity with in the community and addresses patient needs individually. To uphold the values and expectations of patient care at the facility, within the scope of practise as a registered practical nurse.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Footscray Hospital (Western)
Footscray, Victoria, Australia
01.2010 - 07.2022
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents.
Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Cared for many patients each day, quickly identifying concerns, controlling symptoms and providing expert emergency care.
Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
Education
Post Graduste Diploma Critical Care Emergency - Emergency Nursing
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia
01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Victoria University
Victoria, Austalia
03.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON
Skills
Team building
Decision-Making
Flexible and Adaptable
Active Listening
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent Communication
Analytical and Critical Thinking
PPE Compliance
Written Communication
Planning and Coordination
Interpersonal Communication
Organization and Time Management
Self-Motivated
Problem-Solving
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Footscray Hospital (Western)
01.2010 - 07.2022
Post Graduste Diploma Critical Care Emergency - Emergency Nursing
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Victoria University
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
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