DIANNE GJALTEMA
Summary
Patient-oriented Enrolled Nurse with 1 years of diverse experience in direct patient care. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Endoscopy and Aged Care specialty.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
119
119
years of professional experience
Work History
Enrolled Nurse
Te Whatu Ora / Health NZ
08.2022 - Current
- Working in the Endoscopy Unit as part of the ENSIPP programme.
- Complete Nurse lead consenting for patient procedures.
- Competent to insert IV cannulation.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing condition.
- Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
- Protected confidentiality of information related to patient care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collected laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Advised patients and caregivers of discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Evaluated patient histories.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications/sedation's and IV therapies.
- Administer enemas and complete Infection control measures using screening measures and taking swabs for Multi Drug - Resistant organisms and Covid testing.
Casual Waikato DHB Covid Response Coordinator
Waikato District Health Board
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Managing home isolation during Covid lockdown's and response.
- Calling people in isolation and doing health checks and providing personal needs.
Meter Reader
ARTHUR D RILEY
10.2020
- Reading power and gas meters around the Waikato.
Staff Rostering Coordinator
VISION WEST BAPTIST HOMECARE NZ
- Managing staff and coordinating support for clients in their homes.
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
Day Programme Support Worker
ENLIVEN NZ
06.2017 - 10.2107
- Providing a programme for independence and socialization.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
Learning Support Assistant
PATRICIA AVENUE SCHOOL
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Supporting students with learning and behavioural needs.
Support Worker
HEALTHCARE NZ
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisting clients with personal care and home management.
- Medication administration
- Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
Specialist Support Staff
COMMUNITY LIVING LTD
09.2014 - 01.2017
- Supporting clients with personal care, programs, and vocational services.
Customer Service Representative
MSD- WORK AND INCOME CALL CENTRE HAMILTON
03.2010 - 06.2013
- Addressing customer inquiries and providing support.
Various Jobs From 1989 to 2010
Various
04.1989 - 09.2010
- Westpac Bank 1989-1994
- Telecom NZ 1994-1996
- Bellsouth 1996-1999
- Full time mother 1999-2005
- Rosendale Rest Home 2005- 2006
- Self Employed with husband Painting Company
Education
Diploma of Enrolled Nursing -
WINTEC NZ
07.2022
Certificate in Social Services, Level 4 -
TE WANANGA O AOTEAROA HAMILTON
01.2015
National Certificate Contact Centre Operations Level 3: Call Centre Operations -
LEARNING STATE NZ - HAMILTON NZ
01.2012
Sixth Form Certificate, School Certificate: High School -
MARCELLIN COLLEGE - MT ALBERT, AUCKLAND
11.1988
Skills
- Exceptional communication skills
- Good Time Management skills
- Quick learner
- Problem Solving Skills
- MS Windows proficient
- Computer skills
- Multi-line phone talent
- Health and Safety Delegate
- Strong client relations
- Personal Cares, medication oversight trained
- Hoist trained
- First Aid Certified
- Mediation capability
- Household Management Tasks
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Supporting clients into independent living
- Food preparation and cooking skills
Timeline
Enrolled Nurse
Te Whatu Ora / Health NZ
08.2022 - Current
Casual Waikato DHB Covid Response Coordinator
Waikato District Health Board
11.2021 - 02.2022
Meter Reader
ARTHUR D RILEY
10.2020
Learning Support Assistant
PATRICIA AVENUE SCHOOL
09.2019 - 07.2020
Support Worker
HEALTHCARE NZ
11.2018 - 05.2019
Day Programme Support Worker
ENLIVEN NZ
06.2017 - 10.2107
Specialist Support Staff
COMMUNITY LIVING LTD
09.2014 - 01.2017
Customer Service Representative
MSD- WORK AND INCOME CALL CENTRE HAMILTON
03.2010 - 06.2013
Various Jobs From 1989 to 2010
Various
04.1989 - 09.2010
Staff Rostering Coordinator
VISION WEST BAPTIST HOMECARE NZ
Diploma of Enrolled Nursing -
WINTEC NZ
Certificate in Social Services, Level 4 -
TE WANANGA O AOTEAROA HAMILTON
National Certificate Contact Centre Operations Level 3: Call Centre Operations -
LEARNING STATE NZ - HAMILTON NZ
Sixth Form Certificate, School Certificate: High School -
MARCELLIN COLLEGE - MT ALBERT, AUCKLAND
Professional Development Recognition Programme
As a New Grad Enrolled Nurse, I was part of the ENSIPP programme for the 1st year of my Clinical Practice. The Nursing Council of NZ approves PDRP as recertification programmes under section 41 of the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003.
Nurses who demonstrate continuing competence by successfully having a portfolio assessed via PDRP are exempt from recertification audit. PDRP are required every 3 years.
I completed my PDRP as competent on 16/10/2023.
References
Amanda De Souza
Charge Nurse, Endoscopy Unit, Te Whatu Ora. Waikato Hospital,
amanda.desouza@waikatodhb.health.nz.
+64276488357
Brianny Wood
Nurse Educator, TE WHATU ORA
brianny.wood@waikatodhb.health.nz
+6421673375
Richelle Coutes
Patricia Ave School
+64273729012
Professional Development Recognition Programme
As a New Grad Enrolled Nurse, I was part of the ENSIPP programme for the 1st year of my Clinical Practice. The Nursing Council of NZ approves PDRP as recertification programmes under section 41 of the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003.
Nurses who demonstrate continuing competence by successfully having a portfolio assessed via PDRP are exempt from recertification audit. PDRP are required every 3 years.
I completed my PDRP as competent on 16/10/2023.
References
Amanda De Souza
Charge Nurse, Endoscopy Unit, Te Whatu Ora. Waikato Hospital,
amanda.desouza@waikatodhb.health.nz.
+64276488357
Brianny Wood
Nurse Educator, TE WHATU ORA
brianny.wood@waikatodhb.health.nz
+6421673375
Richelle Coutes
Patricia Ave School
+64273729012
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