Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the various vital signs tracked by anaesthetic machines, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, respiratory rate, temperature, end-tidal carbon dioxide and how these parameters are crucial for patient safety.
Attendees will learn how to interpret trending data from anaesthetic monitors to identify early signs of complications, enabling prompt intervention and enhancing overall patient care during procedures.
The session will emphasise the importance of being attuned to the sounds and alarms of anaesthetic machines, equipping nurses and techs with the skills to respond effectively to any deviations from normal vital sign trends, thereby maintaining patient stability throughout the monitoring process.
Recorded 15.01.2024
Speaker:
Jessica Hill
Jessica Hill, Cert IV VN, RVN, AVN, Cert IV T&A
Jessica worked in specialty practice for 12 of her 19 years as a veterinary nurse. Prior to referral nursing Jess worked overseas in Vancouver for 12 months as a Veterinary Technician. Before Canada Jess worked at a General Practice hospital in Melbourne for almost 4 years.
Jess completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing through Box Hill Institute of TAFE and has since become AVNAT (Australian Vet Nurse and Technician) registered as well as an AVN (Accredited Veterinary Nurse).
Jessica became a volunteer for the VNCA (Veterinary Nurses Council of Australia) in 2021 and has since become a VNCA Board Member and Vice Chair of the Victorian Division. Jess underwent additional leadership training through the veterinary specific Lincoln Institute, which she is very passionate about.
In 2023, Jess attained her Certificate IV in Training & Assessment, which has allowed her to train Certificate IV Veterinary Nurse students at Melbourne Polytechnic.
Jess presented at the National Scientific Conference in Kuala Lumpur in 2023, which was a career highlight. Jess has since presented at VetWorks and the Tasmanian AVA Conference. Jessica loves encouraging veterinary nurse education and is eager to promote the same high standard worldwide within our profession.
Jess recently lost her almost 14-year-old Boston Terrier, Maple, who was a well-loved staff member across several veterinary hospitals. She is now mum to a ridiculous adopted one-eyed French Bulldog named Frida.
Jess enjoys going to the Australian Open each year and watching the West Coast Eagles play in Melbourne. Jessica lives a cruelty-free lifestyle and promotes kindness to animals.
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