Sariah Smith
Hamilton,Waikato
Summary
Highly qualified School Nurse with expertise in evaluation and diagnosis. Offering 8 years of nursing experience and outstanding attention to detail. Skilled in coordinating faculty, parents and health care providers to provide complete and comprehensive care for students.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Hamilton Boys High School
02.2018 - 09.2020
- Coordinated effectively with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties, and carryout implemented plans.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, administered medication, and strapped injuries where applicable.
- Provided direct health care services to students and staff involving triage, evaluation, first aid care, response to emergencies for illness and injuries with speed and level-head approach to provide optimal care and support.
- Counselled and educated students in small groups or as individuals concerning medical issues, healthy eating and sexual health.
- Interacted effectively by email, phone and in person with students, parents and staff members.
- Familiar with Epi-Pen and allergic reaction emergency procedures.
- Utilized Electronic Health Record system documented therapies, referrals and communication to keep patient charts up-to-date.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Stocked clinical workstations with necessary supplies.
- ACC registered.
School Nurse
Church College Of New Zealand
03.2002 - 10.2006
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Staff Nurse
Waikato District Health Board
10.2000 - 06.2003
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behaviour to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Waikato Polytechnic
Hamilton, NZ06.1999
Skills
- Youth Health Education
- Emergency Care
- Student Care Management
- Health Care Consultation
- Wound Management
- Diabetes Management
- Allergy Management
- Electronic Records Management
- Privacy and Confidentiality
Timeline
School Nurse
Hamilton Boys High School
02.2018 - 09.2020
School Nurse
Church College Of New Zealand
03.2002 - 10.2006
Staff Nurse
Waikato District Health Board
10.2000 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Waikato Polytechnic
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