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Tracey Race

Auckland,Titirangi

Summary

I am an experienced health professional with in-depth knowledge of the dynamic and complex healthcare industry. I possess strong communication and collaboration skills, and I am committed to fostering employee development. I am recognized for my exceptional training, coaching, and mentorship abilities, along with my understanding of legislative requirements, regulations, and industry standards. I lead by example and work towards enhancing employee satisfaction and success. I am a seasoned team player, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, who is capable of providing training, setting goals, and eliciting valuable team feedback. I am adept at problem-solving, networking, and building consensus within teams.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Waitemata Wellbeing Support Coordinator

Waitemata, Te Whatu Ora
05.2023 - Current
  • Manage and attend to the welfare needs of staff and teams throughout the organization, guided by Tikanga principles and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, fostering wellbeing through respectful, empathetic relationships, and ensuring adherence to WorkSafe standards. Uphold personal and collective mana.
  • Led initiatives such as organizing complimentary meals for all Waitemata staff during Matariki and Christmas, showcasing effective coordination and collaboration skills.
  • Facilitate and promote Schwartz rounds, overseeing all administrative responsibilities for both the steering committee and the Schwartz rounds.
  • Pioneered and executed financial webinars in collaboration with an external provider, with a focus on staff development.
  • Create and deliver workshops addressing self-care, wellbeing, and available resources for Waitemata employees.
  • Monitor and contribute to the local staffnet and Ko Awatea learning platform on all matters related to wellbeing.
  • Support staff, managers, and teams in optimizing dynamics, work cultures, and job satisfaction. Drive innovation and implement solutions, collaborating with learning and development teams, the Occupational Health and Safety team lead, and other stakeholders to provide comprehensive training and support programs.
  • Participate actively in the National Wellbeing team and the Occupational Health and Safety committee.
  • Attended the national Wellbeing Hui held in Wellington in November 2023.
  • Engage with stakeholders internally and externally, establishing and nurturing key relationships. Coordinate meetings and events for various groups, facilitating connections between Te Whatu Ora and government agencies at the district level.

Prekure Certified Health Coach

Self Employed-Private Practice
03.2021 - Current
  • As a health coach, my primary role is to assist individuals in achieving their health and wellness objectives.
  • I offer guidance, support, and accountability to my clients, enabling them to implement sustainable lifestyle adjustments that enhance their overall health outcomes.
  • Additionally, I specialize in cultivating relationships not only with individuals but also with corporate employers, fostering mutually advantageous partnerships.
  • To expand my client base, I employ effective networking and marketing strategies across various advertising channels and platforms. Through these efforts, I strive to reach and positively impact a diverse range of individuals seeking to improve their well-being.
  • I attend to all marketing and sales duties, administrative and invoicing tasks.

Resuscitation Nurse Educator for Waitemata

Waitemata, Te Whatu Ora
03.2019 - Current
  • Conduct comprehensive resuscitation training for all Waitemata employees, covering basic responder to CORE Advanced levels, in accordance with New Zealand Resuscitation guidelines and local mandates.
  • Design, organize, and execute simulation exercises aimed at enhancing patient safety, improving outcomes, and fostering critical thinking skills, team culture, and dynamics across multidisciplinary teams. These activities are conducted both in teaching sessions and on-site throughout Waitemata locations.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to all staff members to foster a supportive learning environment.
  • Deliver specialized instruction in emergency and critical illness-related clinical practice areas as a recognized subject matter expert.
  • Serve as an active member of the Waitemata emergency response team, contributing expertise at Waitakere and North Shore Hospitals.
  • Assist in facilitating adaptations in protocols, procedures, models of care, competencies, and teachings in response to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic across Waitemata.
  • Develop an immediate "Hot debrief tool" program for all staff attending emergency and clinical incidents throughout Waitemata.
  • Conduct audits of all emergency equipment, trolleys, and checking processes across WDHB to ensure compliance and readiness.
  • Fostered strong interpersonal relationships through respectful, friendly, and helpful interactions.
  • Collaborated effectively within team settings, offering support and guidance as needed.
  • Demonstrated a proven ability to quickly learn and adapt to new situations.
  • Applied critical thinking skills to analyze problems, evaluate solutions, and make informed decisions.

Department of Cycling President and Chairperson

Not For Profit
11.2018 - 11.2023
  • Current 80 paid members
  • Cycling Club is committed to nurturing the road cycling community, accommodating cyclists ranging from novices to experienced riders.
  • Prioritising creating a safe environment for all members while encouraging camaraderie and friendship.
  • The committee, guided by the constitution, ensures the smooth operation of the club.
  • As an active part of the cycling community, representation at local and national events.
  • Collaborate with legal, accounting, and other professional teams to ensure compliance with regulations, maintaining commitment to excellence and accountability.

Registered Nurse, Level 4

Nursing Bureau, Auckland District Health Board
09.2018 - 02.2022

Clinical Skills Centre Coordinator

Auckland District Health Board
09.2017 - 10.2019
  • Conduct daily assessments to ensure smooth functionality and operations of the Centre.
  • Provide leadership and management to two direct staff members.
  • Maintain, operate, troubleshoot, and provide support for all operational resources, including simulators, teaching aids, equipment, and space, while also offering training to users.
  • Handle procurement processes, including ordering and managing inventory.
  • Manage invoicing for both internal and external users of the Centre's resources.
  • Oversee service contracts for current simulators and teaching resources, coordinating with representatives and maintenance teams to ensure optimal equipment functionality.
  • Demonstrate awareness and implementation of sustainability practices and cost-effectiveness within the Centre.
  • Research, review, and liaise with various representatives of simulators, teaching tools, training resources, and operational necessities.
  • Foster positive and professional communication with team members, faculty, teachers, students, and other Centre users.
  • Assist in directing, coordinating, and teaching basic and advanced CPR sessions according to NZRC guidelines during study days and other ADHB training events.
  • Lead the project rollout of the Zoll manual defibrillator fleet throughout ADHB.
  • Conduct ongoing maintenance of the CSC centre and resuscitation pages on the ADHB intranet.

Resuscitation Co-ordinator

Auckland, District Health Board
10.2018 - 02.2019

New Zealand qualified CORE instructor

NZRC CORE instructor teaching CPR/Resuscitation from basic to advanced levels for all ADHB staff.

• Implemented online booking system for in-situ simulations across ADHB.

• Coordinated AED and manual defibrillator Zoll fleet changeover program for ADHB.

• Active member of ADHB nurse educator group and national deteriorating patient program.

• Introduced Quality CPR feedback devices into standard CPR training at ADHB.

• Regular attendee at resuscitation conferences and chair of monthly Resuscitation coordinator meetings.

• Responsible for editing CSC center and resuscitation pages on ADHB intranet.


Resuscitation Co-ordinator

Auckland District Health Board
08.2013 - 09.2017

Clinical Tutor-part Time

Auckland University
02.2015 - 03.2017
  • Delivered CORE resuscitation training to undergraduate medical students.
  • Taught, and facilitated on interprofessional study days.


Clinical Nurse Educator

Auckland District Health Board
09.2008 - 07.2013
  • Improved nursing competency through the creation and delivery of targeted training sessions and workshops.
  • Increased staff retention by providing ongoing professional development opportunities and support.
  • Directly cared for patients to maintain currency on clinical techniques and facilitate staff to attend professional development training.
  • Facilitated open communication between management and clinical staff, addressing concerns and implementing solutions to improve overall team satisfaction.
  • Evaluated clinical staff performance, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback to drive continuous growth.
  • Direct hands on with recruitment of new employees.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure consistent patient care and education across various departments.
  • Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Assisted in the design of simulation exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences for clinical staff members.

Level 4-ECMO Nurse Specialist & Coordinator

Auckland District Health Board
05.2007 - 09.2008

Registered Nurse, Level 4

Auckland District Health Board
11.2004 - 06.2006

Weight Watchers Leader/Educator for NZ

Weight Watchers International
08.2005 - 01.2006

Clinical Tutor

Auckland University
02.2004 - 03.2004

Registered Nurse, Level 4

Auckland District Health Board
12.2002 - 01.2004

Registered Nurse Level 3

Greenlane Hospital
09.2002 - 12.2002

Registered Nurse, F Grade

Chelsea And Westminster Hospital
12.2000 - 07.2002

Registered Nurse Level 3

Greenlane Hospital
07.1998 - 11.2000

Registered Nurse E Grade

The Harley Street Clinic Bureau-london
05.1996 - 02.1998

Registered Nurse, E Grade

Premiere Nursing And Care Agency
11.1995 - 05.1996

Registered Nurse Level 2

Greenlane Hospital
04.1995 - 10.1995

New Graduate Nurse,level 1

Greenlane Hospital
04.1994 - 04.1995

Education

No Degree -

University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ

No Degree - Certificate in Health Coaching

PreKure
Online
02.2021

Skills

  • Teamwork, Networking and Collaboration across all levels
  • Communication especially active Listening skills
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Problem-Solving and troubleshooting
  • Staff education and training
  • Safety processes and procedures
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Adaptable reliable and resilient, capable of effectively managing ambiguity and rapid change
  • Willingness to learn
  • Proactively seeks opportunities to contribute and make a positive impact, embodying a can-do attitude"

Personal Details

Nationality: New Zealander

Married , Mother of two teenagers,  Auckland

NZ Nursing registration Number: 133253

Member of NZNO

Member of HCANZA

Hobbies

Keen recreational Cyclist

Spending time with family & friends 

Travelling and reading 

References

Leigh Edwards

Team Leader

Resuscitation Education Organisational development for Waitemata, Te Whatu Ora

leigh.edwards@waitematadhb.govt.nz

021 246 7947


Jo Egan

ED SMO and Clinical Lead People and Culture

Waitemata, Te Whatu Ora

johanne.egan@waitematadhb.govt,.nz

027 636 6816

Timeline

Waitemata Wellbeing Support Coordinator

Waitemata, Te Whatu Ora
05.2023 - Current

Prekure Certified Health Coach

Self Employed-Private Practice
03.2021 - Current

Resuscitation Nurse Educator for Waitemata

Waitemata, Te Whatu Ora
03.2019 - Current

Department of Cycling President and Chairperson

Not For Profit
11.2018 - 11.2023

Resuscitation Co-ordinator

Auckland, District Health Board
10.2018 - 02.2019

Registered Nurse, Level 4

Nursing Bureau, Auckland District Health Board
09.2018 - 02.2022

Clinical Skills Centre Coordinator

Auckland District Health Board
09.2017 - 10.2019

Clinical Tutor-part Time

Auckland University
02.2015 - 03.2017

Resuscitation Co-ordinator

Auckland District Health Board
08.2013 - 09.2017

Clinical Nurse Educator

Auckland District Health Board
09.2008 - 07.2013

Level 4-ECMO Nurse Specialist & Coordinator

Auckland District Health Board
05.2007 - 09.2008

Weight Watchers Leader/Educator for NZ

Weight Watchers International
08.2005 - 01.2006

Registered Nurse, Level 4

Auckland District Health Board
11.2004 - 06.2006

Clinical Tutor

Auckland University
02.2004 - 03.2004

Registered Nurse, Level 4

Auckland District Health Board
12.2002 - 01.2004

Registered Nurse Level 3

Greenlane Hospital
09.2002 - 12.2002

Registered Nurse, F Grade

Chelsea And Westminster Hospital
12.2000 - 07.2002

Registered Nurse Level 3

Greenlane Hospital
07.1998 - 11.2000

Registered Nurse E Grade

The Harley Street Clinic Bureau-london
05.1996 - 02.1998

Registered Nurse, E Grade

Premiere Nursing And Care Agency
11.1995 - 05.1996

Registered Nurse Level 2

Greenlane Hospital
04.1995 - 10.1995

New Graduate Nurse,level 1

Greenlane Hospital
04.1994 - 04.1995

No Degree -

University of Auckland

No Degree - Certificate in Health Coaching

PreKure
Tracey Race