Jody Carew
4 Kowhai Place, Masterton,Lansdowne
Summary
I am a passionate patient-oriented Nurse with nine years of diverse experience in direct patient care, case management, staff supervision and department operations. I am a motivated Nurse with a high-level of integrity and strong desire to help resolve and support people who experience health challenges. I'm skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise in dealing with people with a mature attitude, person-centred communication and promoting a team friendly environment. I am organised and dependable Nurse who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and believe I have the skills to uphold Pathways mission and values. I also have a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and would love the opportunity to have a new challenge working in community-based mental health and wellbeing services.
I believe my lived life experiences enables me to be compassionate, respectful and insightful that through support and instilling hope, everyone can recover, build resilience and help to build a life they love.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Diabetes
Te Whata Ora - Community Health
10.2024 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments to identify health needs and risk factors for individuals and communities.
- Gathered and recorded patient health information and data to assess, identify and manage characteristics that affect care outcome.
- Collaborated with healthcare leaders and physicians to support and offer resources in performance of duties to maintain high-quality and efficient patient care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions, and energy requirements.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Documented progress in treatment plans, educational, and recreational activities and maintained updated case records.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and provided appropriate referrals.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Entered data into various computer systems accurately using Microsoft Office Suite.
Resuscitation Instructor - Casual Contract
Resuscitation Council of New Zealand
06.2022 - Current
- Promoted positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
Registered Nurse - Acute Services
Te Whatu Ora - Wairarapa Hospital
10.2017 - 03.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Triaged qualified, therefore delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission. This also included supervision of patient flow through the emergency department.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Safely performed phlebotomy procedures, ECG's and wound dressings in accordance to hospital policies.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit
Te Whatu Ora - Hawkes Bay Hospital
01.2014 - 03.2015
- NETP position. This was the first time this position was offered to someone, who had not completed the 9 week transition to practice in their ICU.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes, central lines, arterial lines, Non-invasive respiratory support.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities within the NETP programme.
- Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Served as an effective liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication of relevant information.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
Health Care Assistant - P/T While Studying Nursing
Noel Hamilton House
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as Huntington's disease, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Ensured reliable communication between patients and healthcare providers by serving as an empathetic listener and effective advocate when necessary.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
National Credit Controller
Dimension Data Learning Solutions
02.2007 - 11.2010
- Supported sales teams by providing accurate credit information for new and existing customers.
- Reduced past due balances and bad debt by coordinating collection efforts with customer service, sales and billing departments.
- Maintained accurate records of all communications related to debtor management for audit purposes.
- Supported the financial health of the business through diligent oversight and prompt action on any deviations from established credit control guidelines.
Bank Reconciliation Specialist
Bank of Scotland
09.2001 - 06.2003
- Streamlined reconciliation procedures by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
- Ensured timely completion of monthly bank reconciliations, adhering to strict deadlines for financial reporting purposes.
Accounting Assistant
TLT Solicitors
10.1999 - 09.2001
- Managed high-volume invoice processing tasks while consistently meeting tight deadlines for vendor payments.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
Flight Attendant
Air New Zealand
02.1997 - 08.1999
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability amidst schedule changes, delays, or challenging situations while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Handled medical emergencies calmly and competently following established protocols while liaising with the cockpit crew as needed.
- Enhanced passenger satisfaction by providing exceptional in-flight service and addressing individual needs.
Education
Flexible Learning Vaccinator Foundation
Immunisation Advisory Centre
09.2024
Certificate - Qualified Advanced Instructor-CPR And Airway Mgmt.
New Zealand Resuscitation Council
04.2022
NZ Triage Course
College of Emergency Nursing
2021
Nursing
Eastern Institute of Technology
2014
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
UCOL
12.2013
Skills
- Professional
- Collaborative Team Player
- Strong Communication Skills
- Mature outlook
- Proven mentor
- Holistic Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Culturally sensitive
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counselling
- Relationship building
- Documentation and computer literate
- Health screening
- Well visit procedures
- Patient and family advocacy
- Continuous professional development
References
Amy Armstrong
Senior Nurse, Diabetes Team
Community Health
021 830609
Mary Quail
ACNM/PAR Nurse
Wairarapa Hospital
0210 2314920
Kathy Lee
Duty Nurse Manager
Wairarapa Hospital
027 3600685
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Diabetes
Te Whata Ora - Community Health
10.2024 - Current
Resuscitation Instructor - Casual Contract
Resuscitation Council of New Zealand
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse - Acute Services
Te Whatu Ora - Wairarapa Hospital
10.2017 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit
Te Whatu Ora - Hawkes Bay Hospital
01.2014 - 03.2015
Health Care Assistant - P/T While Studying Nursing
Noel Hamilton House
01.2011 - 12.2012
National Credit Controller
Dimension Data Learning Solutions
02.2007 - 11.2010
Bank Reconciliation Specialist
Bank of Scotland
09.2001 - 06.2003
Accounting Assistant
TLT Solicitors
10.1999 - 09.2001
Flight Attendant
Air New Zealand
02.1997 - 08.1999
Certificate - Qualified Advanced Instructor-CPR And Airway Mgmt.
New Zealand Resuscitation Council
NZ Triage Course
College of Emergency Nursing
Nursing
Eastern Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
UCOL
Flexible Learning Vaccinator Foundation
Immunisation Advisory Centre
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