Vj Micah Rufino

Third-year nursing student dedicated to patient-centred care and hollistic health approaches. Proven leadership skills as School Captain and Shift Captain, showcasing effective communication and organisational abilities. Commited to fostering a compassionate environment and delivering comprehensive care that considers the diverse needs of patients. Eager to build upon more knowledge and learning in nursing skills to contribute to a quality healthcare.

10/10/2022 - 23/10/2022        Mt Lofty Heights Nursing Home

• Provided direct care and ADL's for residents with high and low dementia care.
• Monitored and thoroughly assessed health of residents through full set of observation, diabetic management and falls risk
• Assessed care plan and implement effective communication and intervention strategies under scope of practice.
• Ensured safe and clean environment through making beds and utilizing safe manual-handling techniques

07/08/2023 - 03/09/2023       Toowoomba Hospital - Renal Unit

• Gained in-depth knowledge of the anatomy and function of the kidneys
• Developed the ability to perform comprehensive assessments of renal function, including monitoring of vital signs and fluid balance
• Gained experience in administration medications commonly used in renal care and dialysis.
• Practiced accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions and response to treatment, ensuring clear communication within the healthcare team.

03/10/2023 - 23/10/2023      Baillie Henderson Hospital - Walwa Unit

• Developed comphrehensive skills in assessing mental health, including understanding the diagnoses for various psychiatric disorder
• Learned various effective communication techniques to build trust and establish rapport, and facilitate therapeutic relationship.
• Acquired strategies from preceptors and nursing mentors for managing de-escalating crisis situations, recognising signs of distress and implementing appropriate interventions
• Gained knowledge about psychiatric medications, indications, side effects and aswell as the importance of medication adherence in mental health
• Completed a Mental State Examination (MSE) and other assessments such as Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Scale Questions and Mini Mental State Examination

• Participated in Toowoomba Mayoral's breakfast, The Global Leadership Summit and Rankin Leader's Dinner, which consist of leaders in Toowoomba coming together to exhcnage ideas and learn from each other to grow in our own leadership journey.
• Volunteered in Service To Others Really Matters Co (StormCo) organisation that provides service in different smaller indigenous communities around Australia. Providing meals and entertainment for kids and adults, aswell as helping them with gardening.
• Participated in the P.A.R.T.Y program hosted by Darling Downs Health, which focuses on promoting behaviour change and helping teenagers recognise potential risks, ultimately guiding them towards making wiser and safer decisions.