Violet White

Work History

Private Duty Nurse

Kathan Oncology - Dr S Taylor

02.2021 - 01.2022

Assisted in development and implementation of service plans related to nursing and patient health care needs.
Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Interpreted patient needs, knowledge, growth, and development to construct treatment plan.
Assisted with bathing and daily hygiene practises.
Daily recording of progress and reporting any concerns to Dr incharge.
Fostered strong relationship with clients family and offering emotional support where needed.
Performing phlebotomy duties on a weekly basis prior to treatment.
Maintained open availability to rotate through on-call periods, night shifts and weekend visits.
Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Managed wound care meticulously, preventing infections and promoting healing effectively.
Facilitated smooth transitions between hospital discharge and home-based care through thorough communication with all parties involved.
Promoted proper nutrition by preparing balanced meals tailored specifically to individual dietary needs.
Initiated emergency response measures when necessary, demonstrating quick thinking under pressure situations.
Conducted regular check-ins with family members regarding patient status updates, fostering trustful relationships.
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence.

Phlebotomist

Pathcare

04.2016 - 01.2022

Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
Provided support to laboratory staff, facilitating prompt analysis of collected samples for expedited results delivery.
Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
Ensured proper identification and documentation of samples, significantly reducing instances of mislabeling.
Trained new phlebotomists in proper blood collection techniques and safety protocols, elevating overall quality of care.
Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.

Enrolled Nurse

Badisa - Plumrus Retirement Village

11.2022 - Current

Night shift SIC working closely with nurses and carers in Healthcare department of a Retirement Village, including High Care, Dementia and Alzheimers unit.
Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Performed accurate capturing of information regarding residents progress, behaviour and medication given.
Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency on night shift.
Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, dressing of wounds and personal hygiene.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients, activating emergency services and contacting the families.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.

Summary

Work History

Private Duty Nurse

Phlebotomist

Enrolled Nurse

Education

Certificate Leading To Enrollment As A Nurse - Nursing

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