Judy Dredge

Provided comprehensive care for medical, surgical, palliative, and mental health patients in 20-bed private ward.
Redeployed to surgical units, other medical wards, and emergency department as needed.
Precepted nursing students and junior staff to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.

• Managed care in special care ward for unstable patients requiring cardiac monitoring.
  Monitored medical and surgical patients, including those under ITO and pediatric cases.
  Prepared patients for transfer to larger hospitals based on stability assessments.

• Managed care for patients in F10, a surgical ward with 30 beds focused on acute recovery.
  Monitored fluid balance and assessed wounds and drains for effective healing.
  Delivered various IV therapies to maintain stability in post-operative patients.
  Worked closely with staff to optimize surgical nursing practices and patient outcomes.

• Assisted 27-bed general medical ward in Grafton, providing extensive care for patients experiencing both acute and chronic conditions reassigned to other wards on-site and to Mc Clean Hospital as necessary

Collaborated to deliver care to patients in Mary Corum Unit, a specialized rehabilitation and palliative care facility.

Provided comprehensive rehabilitation for stroke and neuro conditions.

Facilitated Parkinson's disease management through tailored interventions.

Implemented orthopedic rehabilitation protocols for post-surgical recovery.

Managed care for patients with delirium and dementia, ensuring safety and comfort.

Supported recovery from falls through targeted rehabilitation strategies.

Administered chronic pain management techniques for improved patient outcomes.

Delivered compassionate inpatient palliative care to enhance quality of life.

• Engaged with team on general medical ward to facilitate thorough care across multiple patient demographics and diverse medical conditions, both acute and chronic

• Collaborated with MDT on 27-bed general medical ward to enhance patient care delivery.
• Administered medications and treatments following physician's orders to ensure patient safety.
• Assisted in patient assessments and developed comprehensive care plans with team input.
• Educated patients and families regarding health conditions and post-discharge instructions.
• Monitored vital signs and communicated significant changes to healthcare team promptly.
• Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes and medication administration as per agency policy.

• Managed daily operations of nursing units to enhance workflow and efficiency.
• Conducted regular staff meetings to address nursing practice concerns.
• Facilitated communication among physicians, nurses, and support personnel.
• Collaborated with departments to achieve quality patient outcomes.
• Guided staff on patient care, clinical practices, and professional growth.
• Coordinated interdisciplinary meetings to evaluate patient progress and plan care strategies.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
• Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
• Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
• Participated in strategic planning initiatives designed to improve overall operations.

• Acquired extensive experience in managing acute and chronic medical conditions over 12 years in medical unit.
  Provided care for patients with cardiac, respiratory, renal, urology, and gastrointestinal issues.
  Administered treatment for neurological conditions including stroke, dementia, delirium, and ETOH detox.
  Delivered oncology treatments and chemotherapy to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
• Assisted in diagnostic tests and procedures to support clinical decisions.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Administered medications and monitored patient responses in the general medical ward.
• Trained new nursing staff on ward procedures and patient care protocols.
• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.

• Regularly monitored vital signs, reporting significant changes to healthcare team immediately.
• Assisted with patient assessments, contributing to development of effective care plans.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care services.
• Educated patients and families on health conditions and discharge care instructions.
• Enhanced coordination of healthcare delivery by facilitating stakeholder communication.
• Monitored patient conditions and responses to treatments for prompt interventions.
• Supported patients throughout their treatment journeys, ensuring understanding of processes.