Judy King
Brisbane
Summary
Patient-care oriented Registered Nurse with experience in various clinical settings. Efficiently assess patient conditions with variety of minimally invasive tests and procedures. Highly conversant with signs and symptoms of the deteriorating patient. Organized multitasker well-versed in documenting findings and maintaining good records.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital (KAAUH)
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
- Educated nursing students on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse
Cherbourg Hospital
Cherbourg, Australia
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Kalgoorlie Hospital
Kalgoorlie
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Respiratory, Cardiac and Vascular
Mater Private Hospital
South Brisbane
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Provided direct care to treat acute and chronic respiratory conditions and utilized therapeutic assessments to diagnose lung and breathing disorders.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
- Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
- Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Maintained charts containing patients' pertinent identification and therapy information.
- Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
- Educated patients on cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to-understand terminology.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
Medical Ward
Hervey Bay Hospital
Hervey Bay
01.2018 - 11.2021
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Central Queensland University
11.2017
Skills
- ECG Rhythm Interpretation
- BLS
- PPE Use
- Acute nursing, patient cares,
- PICC dressing change
- IDC insertion
- IVC cannulation, blood collection for pathology testing
- Hi-flow set up and monitoring
- BGL monitoring, insulin infusion set up and monitoring
- Telemetry set up and monitoring
- NPWT and complex wounds
- Supervision & Leadership
- Good Work Ethic
- Critical Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Active Listening
- Flexible Schedule
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Problem Resolution
Refer
- Katie Campbell, Ward Supervisor, Clinical Nurse, Mater Private Hospital, email address: Katie.Campbell@mater.org.au (preferred email: katiecampbell9087@gmail.com
- Kathleen Stanes, Registered Nurse, Mater Private Hospital and previous Manage, email address: Kathleen.Stanes@mater.org.au (preferred email: kathleenstanes@bigpond.com)
Timeline
Staff Nurse
King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital (KAAUH)
08.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
Cherbourg Hospital
03.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Kalgoorlie Hospital
12.2022 - 02.2023
Respiratory, Cardiac and Vascular
Mater Private Hospital
11.2021 - 11.2022
Medical Ward
Hervey Bay Hospital
01.2018 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Nursing -
Central Queensland University
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