Lindsey OConnor
Upper Hutt
Summary
I strive to lead by example with professionalism, reliability, and compassion. I am committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care in the community setting through strong clinical assessment skills and clear, empathetic communication with clients, whānau, and interdisciplinary team members. My focus is on supporting independence, promoting health, and improving outcomes within the diverse communities I serve.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Registered Nurse
Access Community Health
05.2023 - Current
- Manage a dedicated caseload of clients, ensuring continuity and consistency of care.
- Serve as a point of contact for clients, families, and support workers, offering clinical advice, reassurance, and appropriate escalation when needed.
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments for clients presenting with a wide range of acute and chronic health conditions.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized support plans and interventions aligned with clients' goals and clinical needs.
- Foster cohesive and collaborative relationships within the multidisciplinary team to support effective communication and client care.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to less-experienced nurses, promoting skill development, confidence, and professional growth.
- Strict adherence to healthcare regulations, organizational standards, and best practices in all aspects of nursing care
- Coordinate and deliver specialized training sessions for support workers caring for clients with unique or complex needs.
- Report and investigate clinical incidents to promote patient safety and quality improvement
Registered Nurse/Unit Coordinator
Shona McFarlane Retirement Village
02.2018 - 05.2023
- Supervised a team of nurses and caregivers, overseeing daily operations and resident care in a 30-bed rest home.
- Proficient in safe medication administration, wound care, and continence management.
- Experienced in supporting clients with complex health conditions, such as stroke, diabetes, dementia, Parkinson’s disease
- Conducted audits of care plans, and ensured timely completion of corrective actions to maintain quality standards.
- Led resident and family meetings to collaboratively establish and achieve individual care goals.
- Managed staff rosters and conducted performance reviews to support workforce efficiency and development.
- Participated in the orientation and onboarding of new staff, including nurses, and caregivers.
- Developed a strong interest in palliative care, and became the Hospice Link Nurse through Te Omanga Hospice.
- Provided emotional and clinical support to colleagues caring for palliative clients.
- Offered compassionate support to families during end-of-life care, ensuring dignity and comfort for clients.
- Applied hospice training to enhance the quality of palliative care for clients, families, and staff.
- Organized and led regular unit staff meetings to support team communication and clinical effectiveness.
- Acted as a preceptor for CAP students, providing guidance, supervision, and support during their clinical placement.
Clinical Coordinator
Laura Fergusson Trust
01.2011 - 11.2017
- Delivered clinical oversight for 45 supported living apartments, providing care for individuals with a range of physical disabilities.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients' clinical needs.
- Maintained and updated medication management policies and procedures in line with best practices and compliance standards.
- Ensured timely health reviews and ongoing updates to individualized care plans for all clients.
- Planned and facilitated clinical supervision and mentoring for staff providing direct client care.
- Coordinated and managed all aspects of clients' medical appointments, ensuring continuity of care.
- Acted as a preceptor for enrolled nursing students, providing clinical teaching and support.
- Oversaw the allocation and coordination of care staff to meet changing client needs.
- Participated in a rostered on-call system, offering after-hours clinical guidance, and operational decision-making.
Registered Nurse
Te Whatu Ora
03.2005 - 03.2008
- Rehabilitation ward, Kenepuru-Staff nurse
- Medical/Surgical ward, Kenepuru-Staff nurse
- Burns and Plastics Unit, Hutt Hospital-Staff nurse
Education
Parkinson's MOOC -
University of Tasmania
04-2025
Advance Care Planning -
Health Quality Commision
Wellington09-2024
Restorative Care -
Te Whatu Ora
E-learning/Ko Awatea03-2024
Preceptor Training -
Te Whatu Ora
Hutt Hospital11-2023
Medication Safety -
Te Whatu Ora
E-Learning/Ko Awatea05-2023
Bachelor of Nursing -
UCOL
Palmerston North07-2004
Skills
Flexible and adaptive, able to adjust plans quickly and effectively in response to evolving client needs, or unexpected changes
Advanced critical thinking and clinical judgment to make timely, solution-oriented decisions in fast-paced clinical environments
Frequently sought out by peers and junior staff for mentorship, coaching, and positive reinforcement in clinical practice
Proactively seek ways to resolve issues when outcomes fall short of expectations, always aiming to maintain trust and professional standards
Highly self-motivated, with a strong internal drive to accomplish meaningful goals each day, both in clinical practice and professional development
Consistently set and pursue high standards for patient care, team contribution, and personal growth, regardless of workload or setting
Skilled in building therapeutic relationships rapidly to promote engagement and holistic care
Timeline
Community Registered Nurse
Access Community Health
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse/Unit Coordinator
Shona McFarlane Retirement Village
02.2018 - 05.2023
Clinical Coordinator
Laura Fergusson Trust
01.2011 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse
Te Whatu Ora
03.2005 - 03.2008
Parkinson's MOOC -
University of Tasmania
Advance Care Planning -
Health Quality Commision
Restorative Care -
Te Whatu Ora
Preceptor Training -
Te Whatu Ora
Medication Safety -
Te Whatu Ora
Bachelor of Nursing -
UCOL
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