Ruth Carr
Whangarei,NZ
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with many years of diverse experience in direct patient care and orthopaedic treatment and guidance. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with wound care specialty.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Te Whata Ora Te Tai Tokerau
12.1996 - Current
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Give advise and guidance with wound care with the clinical team
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Enrolled Nurse
Auckland Hospital
1992 - 1995
enrolled nurse
Education
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH SCIENCES - WOUND CARE AND TEACHING
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ10.2017
No Degree - DIPLOMA IN COMPREHENSIVE NURSING
NorthTec
Whangarei, NZ11.1996
Skills
- Wound care champion in our area
- Casting and splinting
- Patient Care Assessment
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Clear Patient Communication
- Delegation and Motivation
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Wound care governance group member
- NZWCS Member and regional representative
Timeline
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Te Whata Ora Te Tai Tokerau
12.1996 - Current
Enrolled Nurse
Auckland Hospital
1992 - 1995
enrolled nurse
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH SCIENCES - WOUND CARE AND TEACHING
University of Auckland
No Degree - DIPLOMA IN COMPREHENSIVE NURSING
NorthTec
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