Abbie Bruce
Summary
Highly motivated, passionate third-year student working towards Bachelor of Science (Nursing) at Edith Cowan University. Patient-care orientated, bringing forth a enthusiastic and friendly attitude, with the ability to multitask and work well in a team environment. Proficient in patient assessment, medication administration, wound management and patient education. Aspiring to provide committed and compassionate patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Bridgetown Hospital
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted registered nurses and physicians in providing direct patient care, administering medications, and performing routine procedures
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Documented delivery of treatments, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Assisted with triage of incoming patients through emergency department.
- Assisted in the delivery of high-quality patient care through effective communication with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Gained hands-on experience performing various nursing procedures such as suture removal, wound dressing changes, and specimen collection.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviours and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Donnybrook Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Conducted patient admission assessments, including vital signs, medical history documentation, and medication reconciliation.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient comfort by promptly addressing pain management needs and assisting with activities of daily living.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided comprehensive health assessments, identifying potential issues and communicating findings to supervising nurse or physician.
- Development and implementation of care plans based on patients' individual needs and goals.
- Optimised time management skills in a fast-paced clinical setting by prioritising tasks according to urgency while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Valley View Residence
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by providing compassionate, empathetic care and active listening to their concerns.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilising nursing process.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to minimise risk of injury to patient or self.
- Observed patient behaviour and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
- Monitored and documented patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Utilised therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Employed knowledge in growth and development principles to provide care appropriate to age of patients.
- Strengthened cultural competence by engaging respectfully with diverse patient populations while considering unique values, beliefs, traditions within care provision.
Construction Client Liaison Officer
Plunkett Homes
02.2013 - 07.2017
- Liaised between internal departments and external partners to promote efficient communication and collaboration.
- Improved client satisfaction by addressing concerns and providing prompt resolutions to issues.
- Streamlined communication between departments, ensuring efficient resolution of client requests and concerns.
- Actively participated in team meetings and training sessions, sharing knowledge gained from work experiences and staying current with developments in the field.
- Built strong relationships with clients through regular communication and excellent customer service.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from start of construction to completion.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Edith Cowan University
Bunbury02.2025
Skills
- Communication
- Patient Centred Care
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Compassion
- Time Management
- Patient Education
- Wound Care
- Medication and IV Administration
- Pain Assessment and Management
- Infection Control
- Clinical Documentation
Additional Information
Australian Citizen
Western Australia National Police Certificate
Western Australian Health National Criminal Record Check
Working with Children's Check
Referees
Christine Benson
Clinical Facilitator - Edith Cowan University
0439 311 539
benson55@nigpond.com
Amber Wessling
Registered Nurse - Bridgetown Hospital
0407 385 543
Amber.wessling@health.wa.gov.au
Timeline
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Bridgetown Hospital
09.2023 - 10.2023
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Donnybrook Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2023
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Valley View Residence
08.2022 - 09.2022
Construction Client Liaison Officer
Plunkett Homes
02.2013 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Edith Cowan University
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