About Us
Resus Nelson Ltd
Natalie Gallagher – Founder & Lead Educator
Registered Nurse: NCNZ- 152397
New Zealand Resuscitation Council CORE Instructor – 2007
Membership: New Zealand Nursing Organisation
College of Emergency Nurses New Zealand
Natalie established Resus Nelson in 2012, recognising an opportunity to improve resuscitation training for healthcare professionals in the region. With over 25 years of emergency nursing experience, she continues to work as a Registered Nurse at Nelson Hospital, dividing her time between the Emergency Department and as a Patient-at-Risk (PAR) nurse, supporting acutely unwell patients across the hospital.
Natalie has over 18 years of experience teaching CPR and resuscitation training. The New Zealand Resuscitation Council accredits her to deliver a full range of courses, from Basic Life Support to CORE Immediate and CORE Advanced.
Passionate about teaching, Natalie specialises in empowering both clinical and non-clinical teams with the skills and confidence to respond effectively in emergencies. She delivers tailored, scenario-based training designed to meet the unique needs of each workplace or organisation.
Meet the rest of the team
Rosie Whittaker – Registered Nurse & NZRC CORE Instructor
Photo and Bio to come 🙂
Ben Boon – Registered Nurse & NZRC CORE Instructor
Ben is an experienced ICU nurse with a background in critical care across both New Zealand and overseas. Passionate about teaching, he’s known for making complex topics approachable and engaging. Ben thrives on delivering interactive, hands-on resuscitation training that leaves participants feeling confident, capable, and having fun in the process.
Originally from Ōtautahi (Christchurch), Ben now calls Whakatū (Nelson) home. When he’s not teaching or nursing, you’ll find him out adventuring—camping, fishing, or exploring the South Island’s back roads in his 4WD.
Shona McLean – Registered Nurse & Instructor
Shona is a part-time Practice Nurse and full-time mum to two young girls. With nearly 10 years of experience in emergency nursing, she understands the vital role pre-hospital care plays in improving health outcomes. Shona is passionate about helping others build confidence in first aid and emergency response. An avid outdoors enthusiast, she stays active hiking, biking, and running—often with her family—and keeps her first aid knowledge sharp to match her adventurous lifestyle.
Our Values
Making a Difference
At the heart of what we do is a deep belief that education can save lives. We’re driven by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in our communities.
Empowering Through Knowledge
We are committed to equipping individuals and teams with the skills and confidence needed to care for the acutely unwell, aiming always to improve outcomes.
Teamwork and Growth
We foster a supportive, collaborative, and nurturing learning environment where everyone is encouraged to grow, develop, and reach their full potential.
Professional, Practical, and Positive
We take pride in delivering high-quality, professional training that is engaging, practical, and enjoyable.
Customer Commitment
Above all, we are dedicated to the people we train and the services we provide—always striving to exceed expectations.
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