Janine Chung
Auckland,AUK
Summary
As a seasoned general surgery nurse, I have proven expertise in providing acute/critical care for patients in a peri-operative environment but not limited to surgical. I have experience caring for medical patients as well as providing compassionate care for palliative patients. Collaborative work between the doctors, nurses and multidisciplinary team enables holistic care is provided to meet a high standard of care supported by evidence based practice. I facilitate and maintain a supportive and caring environment for staff and for patients through adaptability and flexibility.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Surgery Nurse
Toru Ward, Northshore Hospital (Te Whatu Ora)
10.2021 - Current
- Often I take on the role of shift coordinator and occasionally, as acting charge nurse manager (ACNM) role to coordinate bed flow movement within the ward, directing, supporting staff and ensuring safe staffing numbers with an appropriate skill mix. I demonstrate nursing experience in managing priority of interventions in a high stress environment during resuscitation codes.
- Collaborated with the multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring effective communication between healthcare professionals. Often also collaborate with other specialities within the hospital and coordinate inter-hospital communication and care for patients.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes as per duty of care and per hospital policy.
- Skillfully performed antiseptic non-touch technique as well as completing sterile procedures such as management of central lines, intra-abdominal drain dressing changes, etc. Other practices include venipuncture, IV insertion, catheterization, stoma bag and drain managements; ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, maintaining a supportive learning environment and investing time into future nurses.
Registered Nurse
Lexall Care
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Practicing holistic nursing care that addressed patients physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs demonstrating compassionate patient centred-care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication skills while ensuring all 26 patients are safe and supported.
- Provided support for patients' families during a patients end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the doctor and family/friends.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques in conjunction with maximising nutrition, gentle manual handling and patient education to facilitate faster wound healing.
Registered Nurse
Blockhouse Bay Rest Home and Hospital (BUPA)
08.2020 - 09.2020
- As a new graduate nurse, I took care of 56 patients varying from rest home to private hospital level of care.
- As several patients share common spaces, consistent infection prevention protocols were carried out by staff, along with proper standard precautions when caring for patients.
- Collaborated with the local general Practitioner on a bi-weekly bases to develop treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to learn about best practices in nursing care.
- Observed and reviewed documentation of patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviours to effectively modify nursing care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ07-2020
Skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Preoperative preparation
- Clear and concise communication
- Documentation accuracy
- Wound care
- Pain management (patient controlled analgesia, epidural catheters, nerve blocks, etc)
- Sterile technique and ANTT (Aseptic non-touch technique)
- Teamwork and collaboration (working with doctors of all levels up to consultants, multidisciplinary team, inter-hospital communications)
- Critical thinking
- Quality improvement
Certification
- Portacath (ICVAD) accessor.
- Male Catheterisation Certificate.
- Cannulation/Phlebotomy assessor.
- IV Cannulation certificate.
- ALS (advanced life support) and BLS (basic life support) CPR certificate.
- Level 2 RN.
Languages
Chinese
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
General Surgery Nurse
Toru Ward, Northshore Hospital (Te Whatu Ora)
10.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Lexall Care
09.2020 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Blockhouse Bay Rest Home and Hospital (BUPA)
08.2020 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Auckland University of Technology
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