Jade O' Hehir

Assumed leadership responsibilities during day and night shifts on Hamilton ward, guiding team in providing comprehensive patient care.

• Coordinated care across a large medical ward based on prioritising excellent patient care.
• Delivered high quality and compassionate care for patients, resulting in increased comfort during treatments.
• Conducted regular health assessments, ensuring timely intervention when required.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for holistic care delivery.
• Precepted new staff nurses and provided education on hospital policies and procedures.
• Precepted and supported student nurses to successfully pass their placements.
• Participated in hospital-wide infection control initiatives, contributing to a safer environment.
• Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide the best patient care.
• Evaluated performance metrics and implemented strategies for improvement.
• Evaluated performance metrics and implemented strategies for improvement.

Key Deliverables:

Paul's Ward

• Completed 8-week placement on busy respiratory ward, contributing to team-based nursing model for optimal patient care.
• Provided care for patients with conditions such as Cystic Fibrosis, COPD, Pneumonia, Asthma and Pulmonary Fibrosis.

Phoenix Ward

• Provided pre and post-surgical care for patients over 8-week period in fast-paced ward, ensuring effective recovery and support.
• Provided comprehensive post-operative nursing care, including wound assessment and management and observed and participated in the safe administration of enteral and parenteral nutrition to support patient recovery.

Peter's Ward

• Actively worked in caring for patients with conditions such as Chronic Kidney Disease, Pyelonephritis, Renal calculi and Polycystic Kidney Disease.
• Developed a greater understanding of the physical, psychological and social impact of long-term renal replacement therapy on patients' quality of life.

• Assisted patients with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing while maintaining dignity and respect at all times.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment during challenging times.
• Assisted in physical therapy sessions, facilitating mobility improvement and enhancing patients' quality of life.
• Escorted patients for tests or procedures within the hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
• Maintained stock levels of medical supplies on ward, ensuring seamless provision of care services during shifts.

Key Deliverables:

• Demonstrated enthusiasm and professionalism throughout all supernumerary placements, embracing opportunities to gain experience across a broad range of nursing specialties.
• Worked across medical and surgical specialties including Hamilton, Teresa's, AB Cleary, Richmond, Banks and Patrick's ward.