Jaymee Cannell
2 Caulfeild Avenue, Halswell,Christchurch
Summary
A compassionate and dedicated ICU nurse who is always willing to go above and beyond in everything I do. I am passionate and committed to providing the best possible nursing care to best suit the patients needs. I thrive off new experiences, opportunities and am eager to always further advance my nursing skills and knowledge. I am a high valued team player with effective communication skills allowing me to work collaboratively with other health care providers in providing holistic and personalised care to each patient I am fortunate enough to care for.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Canterbury
, Christchruch
02.2022 - Current
- Provides patient care in a busy 36-bed ICU unit for trauma, cardiothoracic, neurosurgical, spinal injury, general medical, general surgical and paediatric patients.
- Assesses, monitors and manages patients respiratory status requiring either non-invasive and invasive ventilation whist managing ventilator operation and assessing the effectiveness of ventilation, making adjustments to promote stabilisation.
- Provides direct medical care to patients needing intensive medical treatment.
- Assisting with set up and effectively manages critically unwell patients requiring additional medical therapies/specialised equipment including Nitric Oxide, dialysis machines such as CRRT and PIRRT, ventilators, arterial lines, PiCCO haemodynamic monitoring and vasoactive infusions.
- Paediatric trained intensive care nurse with the ability to provide exceptional care for paediatric patients within the critical care environment.
- Caring for critically unwell patients and their family during both the acute phase and rehabilitation phase of their altered health journey.
- Comprehensive nursing assessments which focus on a patient’s airway, breathing, circulation, neurological, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal and integumentary status.
- Building therapeutic relationships with the patient and their family in a culturally safe manner.
- Educated patients families on ICU procedures, treatment options, and disease processes to enhance understanding and involvement in decision-making processes.
- Educating and supporting staff who are orientating to ICU, new graduate nurses and nursing students.
- Using evidence-based practice, nursing standards, guidelines and protocols to carry out nursing interventions.
- Critically identifying and analysing vital signs and observations which indicate an altering health status andintervening within an appropriate timeframe
- Effectively communicating critical information to the multidisciplinary team and direct collaboration with doctors of various specialties, physiotherapists, health care assistants,pharmacists, speech-language therapists and social workers.
- Crisis management when an acute deterioration of the patient’s status occurs.
- Assisting with bedspace procedures such as intubation and extubation, central line and arterial line insertion.
HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT (HCA) | Emergency Department
South Canterbury District Health Board
, Timaru
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Supported and assisted nurses with their care for patients.
- Performed patient care duties as well as housekeeping duties such as medical supply ordering and restocking of supplies.
- Providing patients with a clean, tidy environment enhancing patient comfort and safety.
- Familiar with emergency procedures and equipment and the use within the department.
- Able to follow quick instructions in a fast-paced environment within my scope of an HCA.
- Contributed to staff meetings and team building exercises.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
CAREGIVER
Highfield Heritage Lifecare
, Timaru
09.2016 - 12.2021
- Gained a New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 2 in 2018.
- Demonstrated leadership skills by acting in a Senior Caregiver / team leader role.
- Performed shift handover, competent documentation and computer literacy skills.
- Medication administration competent – this requiring attention to detail, knowledge, and clinical judgement.
- Attended to activities of daily living including hygiene, feeding, toileting, mobility, wound care, and supporting/promoting resident’s independence and quality of life.
- Time and self-management, the ability to work alone using my discretion and initiative to make informed decisions.
CAMP COUNSELLOR
Camp America, YMCA Camp Campbell Gard
, Hamilton, Ohio USA
04.2017 - 08.2017
- Summer camp counsellor 24/7, 6 days a week (day/night) caring and supervising for children with disabilities as well as mainstream.
- Supported and assisted them with ADLS.
- Assisted children with meals and feeding if required.
- Taught and helped children in many different activities (archery, soccer, swimming, kayaking and zip line)
- Attended children when needed (sickness, injury, behavioural management).
- Lifeguard trained to supervise water activities.
- Very challenging, however rewarding experience, awarded most patient camp counsellor.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Maximized camper enjoyment by adapting programs to accommodate diverse interests and abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ11-2021
NCEA Level 1-3, University Entrance -
Roncalli College
Timaru, NZ11-2016
Skills
Compassionate and Empathetic Interpersonal skills - Able to quickly establish effective therapeutic relationships with patients, whanau and colleagues with my respectful, calm and empathetic nature I am very patient, approachable and demonstrate excellent active listening skills I have the ability to go above and beyond for my patients in my delivery of care
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills - My adaptability is recognised as a core strength among my colleagues, I believe I have strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills, with my ability to respond
effectively to swift changes in the clinical environment with the ability to manage myself well in difficult situations
Effective Communication Skills - I can communicate effectively with all members of the MDT in a professional, clear manner, while also relaying information to patients/whānau, adapting to their level of health literacy I can implement successful techniques to communicate with a range of people from different backgrounds and lifespans I have been commended on my effective communication skills by my colleagues within the critical care environment
Diligence and Reliability - I am a very diligent worker and work well in an organised, structured way I have great time management skills, able to prioritise my workload to best suit my patients needs, always paying attention to detail and being punctual I pride myself on being a strong patient advocate while providing excellent nursing care I provide a high standard of nursing documentation supported with computer literacy skills
Team Player - I regard myself as a respected team player who works well in a busy, fast paced environment working collaboratively with all members of the MDT in order to provide holistic patient care I am always willing to help other colleagues with a variety of tasks, always willing to go above and beyond for others while not compromising the quality of care I deliver
Willingness to Learn - I am an enthusiastic, ambitious, and motivated registered nurse always seeking to improve and develop my knowledge and skills within my clinical area I strive to seek opportunities for learning and to develop my skills and knowledge, thriving on new challenges and use reflective thinking skills regularly in my practice
Courses/ Achievements
Post Graduate Certificate-Intensive Care Nursing, Ara Institute Canterbury
FEBRUARY 2023 — NOVEMBER 2023
Rapid Assessment of the Acutely Unwell Patient, Ara Institute Canterbury
Completed in 2022
CVAD Certified - Current
Venepunctue Endorsed
Competent PDRP with Nursing Council NZ
Basic Life Support Certified Prisma (CRRT) Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Canterbury
02.2022 - Current
HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT (HCA) | Emergency Department
South Canterbury District Health Board
07.2018 - 12.2021
CAMP COUNSELLOR
Camp America, YMCA Camp Campbell Gard
04.2017 - 08.2017
CAREGIVER
Highfield Heritage Lifecare
09.2016 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Ara Institute of Canterbury
NCEA Level 1-3, University Entrance -
Roncalli College
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