Oliver Maughan
Avonhead,Christchurch
Summary
Results-driven Registered Nurse experienced in leading multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient health outcomes. Proven leadership in roles such as Shift Lead and Clinical Liaison Nurse, focusing on team strengths and collaboration. Expertise in precepting new staff and cultivating a supportive learning environment, ensuring high-quality patient care through effective teamwork.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse- West Inpatient Unit
Te Whatu Ora- Health New Zealand
Hillmorton Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Adopted a patient-centered approach to elevate contemporary nursing care. Utilised principles of trauma-informed practice to optimise care provision in a least-restrictive manner.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to integrate expertise, enhancing patient health outcomes.
- Executed de-escalation techniques, built therapeutic rapport, and managed challenging ward situations effectively.
- Precepted new graduate nurses while assuming clinical responsibility as shift lead, fostering leadership development.
- Worked alongside educational institutions to lead Nursing students and enhance the development of our future workforce via the Clinical Liaison Nurse role.
- Trained in avenues beyond the mandatory, such as becoming venepuncture certified.
Mental Health Assistant
Te Whatu Ora- Health New Zealand
Hillmorton Hospital
09.2019 - 07.2023
- Contributed to specialist mental health services in Christchurch by supporting wards in healthcare provision across forensic, intellectual disability, adult acute and rehabilitation services.
- Cultivated therapeutic communication skills and collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance patient interactions.
- Maintained ward environment and organized activities and leave for consumers to promote engagement and well-being.
- Gained insights into mental health services, supporting continuous improvement of care practices.
Brush Hand/ Scaffolder
Excel Scaffolding
, Christchurch
12.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisted in assembly and dismantling of scaffolding at various construction sites in Canterbury, ensuring safety and efficiency on-site.
- Contributed to completion of residential painting and decorating projects across multiple sites, enhancing overall project quality.
- Performed general property maintenance tasks, including gardening and pressure washing, to maintain property appearance and functionality.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Mental Health Nursing
University of Otago
Christchurch, NZ11-2024
Bachelor of Nursing -
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ05-2023
Skills
- Patient advocacy
- Crisis intervention
- Trauma-informed practice
- Health equity advocacy
- Psychopharmacology navigation
- Team leadership
- Whānau centered care
Timeline
Registered Nurse- West Inpatient Unit
Te Whatu Ora- Health New Zealand
08.2023 - Current
Mental Health Assistant
Te Whatu Ora- Health New Zealand
09.2019 - 07.2023
Brush Hand/ Scaffolder
Excel Scaffolding
12.2018 - 08.2019
Post-Graduate Certificate - Mental Health Nursing
University of Otago
Bachelor of Nursing -
Ara Institute of Canterbury