Olivia Troughton

Nelson Hospital, Nelson Marlborough District Health Board (Paediatric Unit

02.2024 - Current

I provided emotional support and comfort to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment inclusive of trust and respect. Especially during challenging recoveries and long term medical conditions.
I administered medications and treatments (wound dressings, therapies, following careplans) in accordance with paediatric protocols and safety standards (Mgs/Kjs for medications). Inclusive of IV, IM, PO routes.
I monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure optimal care outcomes. This includes, documenting patient progress accurately into health records, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
I educated families on health management, promoting compliance with treatment plans and preventive measures.
I educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
I utilise critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
I demonstrate excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients receive timely care.
I developed a strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.

Summerset In The Sun, Rest Home

03.2021 - 01.2024

Jack Inglis Hospital Motueka

01.2018 - 03.2020

Reporting imperative information about patients after every shift, communicating changes in behaviour, skin integrity, risk assessment, bowel habits, skin integrity, well-being, and much more.
Assisted clients with mobility, personal hygiene, and meal preparation, ensuring comfort and safety.
Provided compassionate care and support to clients, enhancing daily living activities and overall well-being.
Quick decision-making with emergencies with patients e.g Falls, nose bleeds, rapid health degradation, unusual fluid secretion, vomiting, heart attacks, difficult behaviour, de-escalation implementation, and/or anginas and stroke management.
Mental/emotional stamina that comes with being a caregiver with years of experience, able to deal with death/dying, deterioration, family support, and able to assist staff in trouble.
Experience in observing and assisting Registered Nurses with their medical duties such as dressings, catheter flushes, medication rounds and observations on a patient, including emergency interventions (CPR and Administering Controlled drugs with assistance).
Delegating and supporting staff to deliver high-quality care to the elderly, medication competent, responsible for residents and staff in a wing under the delegation of the RN.

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