Suzanne Marshall
Whangarei,NTL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Whangarei District Health Board, excelling in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective education and relationship building. Recognized for expertise in wound care, contributing to accelerated healing and improved patient satisfaction in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Maungatapere Medical Centre
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted in patient assessments and documentation to ensure accurate health records.
- Recorded vital signs and reported concerns to the appropriate persons promptly.
- Provided compassionate care and support to patients and families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams (Doctors, nurses, social worker).
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in patient care environments.
Registered Nurse
Whangarei District Health Board
07.2016 - 08.2019
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided compassionate care and support to patients and families during treatment.
- Educated patients on medication management and post-discharge instructions effectively.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Education
Bachelor of Nursng - Nursing
NorthTec
null, NZ06-2016
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counselling
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Chronic disease management
- Patient and family advocacy
- Wound care
- Infection control measures
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Maungatapere Medical Centre
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Whangarei District Health Board
07.2016 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Nursng - Nursing
NorthTec
Currently studying to become a Nurse Practitioner- first two papers completed
I have completed Physiology and Pathophysiology, getting recognised as top of my class for the same. I have almost completed Clinical Pharmacology and aim to be a Nurse Practioner by the end of 2027.
Currently on the Nurse Practitioner pathway
I have completed the Physiology and Pathophysiology paper and received a certificate of recognition for getting top of my class. I have almost completed the Clinical Pharmacology paper. I am to become a Nurse Practitioner by the end of 2027