Compassionate registered nurse with background in emergency and critical care. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Waikato
, Hamilton
01.2024 - Current
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Maintained inventory of medical supplies and medications, ensuring availability for emergency situations.
Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of contagious diseases within the emergency department.
Educated patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention.
Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the Emergency Department setting.
Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
Monitored patient vital signs and symptoms, responding rapidly to changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Waikato
, Hamilton
03.2021 - 01.2024
Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
Registered Nurse
Anglesea Urgent Care
, Hamilton
08.2020 - 03.2021
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse, General Surgery
Gumdan Top Hospital
, South Korea
02.2013 - 03.2015
Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Specialized in nursing care for patients requiring continuous and comprehensive observation and acute trauma patients with multitudes of injuries.
Educated patients on general wellness practices such as nutrition or exercise routines.
Provided pre-operative and post-operative care to surgical patients.
Administered blood transfusions, injections, catheterizations, and enemas as prescribed by physicians.
Performed diagnostic tests such as X-rays, electrocardiograms, according to physician orders.
Instructed patients on medication regimes and post-operative care plans.
Assessed and monitored patients' physical and mental conditions.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences - Advanced Nursing
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ
12-2024
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing Practice
Wintec
Hamilton, NZ
07-2020
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing Practice
Koje University
South Korea
02-2013
Skills
Precepting and up-to-date learning
Medical assessment
Culturally-sensitive care
IV management
Health screening
Health care consultation
Ventilator support
Infectious disease control
IV drug therapy management
Emergency care
Compassion and empathy
Patient care planning
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Waikato
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Waikato
03.2021 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Anglesea Urgent Care
08.2020 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse, General Surgery
Gumdan Top Hospital
02.2013 - 03.2015
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences - Advanced Nursing
University of Auckland
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing Practice
Wintec
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing Practice
Koje University
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