Danielle Merrett

Highly professional, patient-focussed Enrolled Nurse with extensive experience in fast-paced acute care environments. Skilled in nursing care delivery, professionalism and code of conduct. Naturally caring, reliable, supportive and motivating with strong understanding of the importance of teamwork and collaboration. Fully adaptable, collaborative, effective communicator.

Enrolled Nurse - Hutt Valley High School / Wellington Region - Hutt Valley High School / Wellington Region

(2021-08)

• Delivered primary health care to students within school setting
• Liaised with external health agencies and multidisciplinary teams across acute, residential and forensic settings
• Provided acute and emergency care to support medically ill patients with complex conditions, including respiratory support
• Mentored competent and conscerate patient documentation to support retention and continuity of care, utilising electronic medical records systems
• Demonstrated competence and confidence when working with families, demonstrating excellent communication and patient teaching

Enrolled Nurse - Access Community Health / Lower Hutt - Access Community Health / Lower Hutt

(2021-05 - 2021-08)

• Obtained community nursing experience in all caseload areas, with strong focus on maintaining independence
• Practised independence when performing physical assessments, blood glucose monitoring and checking of vital signs
• Demonstrated confidence in using diverse digital tools and internal clinical systems

Central & South Island District Board / Wellington - Bureau Central Nurse - Central & South Island District Board / Wellington

(2019-09 - 2020-09)

• Made situational judgements in unfamiliar environments
• Made steady, hands-on technical education, and worked with complex residential settings
• Maintained a proactive approach to education and medication administration
• Responded effectively in emergency calls and new changes in patient condition
• Communicated among clinical staff and evaluated planning strategies

Respiratory Care / Lower Hutt - Respiratory Care / Lower Hutt - Respiratory Care / Lower Hutt

(2018-07 - 2019-07)

• Cared for specialist patients requiring, including respiratory, pulmonary and specialised patient education
• Provided thorough care, provision, and demonstrated patient safety protocols
• Maintained and operated chest care goals and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated confidence in using diverse digital tools and internal clinical systems

Diploma - Enrolled Nursing - Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (2016 - 2018)