Tim Neve

• Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
• Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
• Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
• Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
• Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
• Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
• Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.

• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.

• Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
• Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
• Managed / created the shift rosters for the PACU team (17 staff)
• Managed the electronic timecards (Kronos) for the PACU staff which included management of all leave types and entitlements.
• Managed the purchase and ongoing supplies of pharmaceuticals for the theatre department. Also the distribution, storage, transfer and legal requirements for drugs withing the department.
• Developed and maintained pharmaceuticals stock lists, order forms and price-lists for the hospital.
• Managed the supply, storage and distribution/use of blood products supplied by local blood bank.
• Represented Grace Hospital as a member of the Blood Transfusion Committee at Tauranga Public Hospital.
• Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
• Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
• Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
• Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
• Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
• Promoted high standards through personal example to help each member understand expected behaviours and standards.
• Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
• Collaborated with other department leaders/managers to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
• Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering praise for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development.
• Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
• Managed leave requests and absences and arranged covers to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
• Assisted in recruitment of new team members, hiring highest qualified to build team of top performers.
• Monitored time and attendance, enforcing compliance with company procedures relating to absenteeism.
• Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
• Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.

• Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
• Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
• Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anaesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
• Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
• Enhanced patient safety during transfers to other units by providing handoff communication that accurately conveyed critical information about the patient''s condition, potential risks, and ongoing treatment plans.
• Assisted physicians with bedside procedures in the PACU setting, such as wound care, dressing changes, and insertion of invasive monitoring devices.
• Contributed to efficient unit operations by assisting in the orientation of new staff members to PACU procedures and best practices.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical units through timely communication with preoperative and surgical suite staff regarding patient needs and status updates.
• Ensured continuity of care by effectively documenting patient assessments, interventions, responses, and progress in electronic medical records systems.
• Expedited patient admission into the PACU through rapid assessment of vital signs upon arrival from surgeries.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
• Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
• Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities related to PACU nursing practice.
• Promoted teamwork among colleagues through active participation in huddles, meetings, initiatives, and collaborative projects within the department.

After qualifying as a registered psychiatric nurse in Exeter, Devon, England, I worked in child and adolescent psychiatry and then adult acute psychiatry in England and then emigrated to New Zealand where I worked in Adult acute psychiatry at Gisborne Hospital.